Honiton lace

[1] Common motifs include daisies, roses, shamrocks, ivy leaves, butterflies, lilies, camellias, convolvulus, poppies, briony, antwerp diamonds, trefoils, ferns, and acorns.

[2] The art of making lace is rumored to have been brought to Honiton, England by Flemish refugees in the mid-to-late 16th century.

[3] An old tombstone in the town is inscribed with information about one James Rodge who is described as a "bone lace seller" who died in 1617; it is not known whether he emigrated from Flanders or not.

"There was a curious wave of careless designing and inartistic method during the time of this depression, and ugly patterns show 'turkey tails,' 'frying pans,' and hearts.

"[1]Handmade lacework had a resurgence in popularity in the 19th century when Queen Victoria ordered a Honiton lace bridal dress.