Welsh Lace Trim to Crochet

We asked Toni Rexroat to re-create the pattern from one of the pieces of lace brought to Oklahoma from Wales by Linda Ligon’s mother’s stepmother. Here is the result. The original pieces of lace were intended to be trim for petticoats. It will look equally as well on table or bed linens.

One of the original lenghty pieces of lace crocheted by Linda Ligon’s grandmother’s favorite sister. Linda Ligon’s great aunt standing at left and grandmother at right with a friend while performing Pirates of Penzance. Circa 1905. Linda Ligon’s grandfather before he immigrated to America. Circa 1905. The lace measures about 75 inches (190 cm) long and 2 inches (5.1 cm) wide at the widest point. Collection of Lind Ligon