Discover techniques and lace patterns by Dorothy Reade, arguably the mother of modern lace knitting, and learn of her significant impact on the way knitting instructions are charted. Included are more than 20 new designs by top designers such as Annie Modesitt, Jackie Erickson-Schweitzer, and Evelyn A. Clark.<BR><BR>"Life is too short and exciting to just sit and do nothing. Do something---anything---with your hands."---Dorothy Reade<BR><BR>his book is a must-have for any knitter who appreciates lace! Discover techniques and patterns developed by Reade in the 1960s as you create gorgeous projects featuring completely modern designs and read her fascinating biography.