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More than 5000 entries on the history, culture and life of Britain (published in 1993 by Macmillan, now out of print)
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Honiton lace
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The best early English lace was made at Honiton in Devon in the 17C (the skill had been brought by Protestant refugees from Flanders). But the Honiton lace most familiar now, with its strong floral motifs against a net background, is machine-made and derives from the 19C revival of the local craft. It is still made in neighbouring villages and the technique is demonstrated in the Allhallows Museum in Honiton.
The royal christening robe, made for Victoria's first child in 1841 and used for most royal christenings in recent generations, is of Honiton lace.
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