not as fine as other forms of lace, such as needle lace or bobbin lace. However, it is better suited for garments, being softer and much faster to produce. References (2002) Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book, updated ed., Sixth and Spring Books. (1979) Reader's Digest Complete Guide to Needlework, Reader's Digest Association. June Hemmons Hiatt (2012) The Principles of Knitting, Simon and Schuster, pp. 251–253. External links Knitted fabrics Knitting ornaments Lace Textile techniques