Antique Handmade Filet Crochet Lace Border – 280 × 12 cm

• Measurements: 280 cm long × 12 cm wide (110.2 × 4.7 inches)
• Lace fiber: cotton or linen, unconfirmed
• Color: off-white
• Origin: from an antique collection sourced in Flanders, Belgium.

Antique handmade filet crochet lace border with repeating floral patterns and a scalloped edge.

A 2.8-metre length suitable for curtains, clothing, textile restoration and other sewing projects.

The lace has an attached fabric heading, likely intended to make sewing it onto another textile easier.

Condition:

Good antique condition, with no visible holes. One small brown spot, as shown in the photographs. The rest is very well preserved.

Care Instructions:

- If washing at home: Hand wash separately in cold or lukewarm water with a mild soap.

- Avoid: Bleach, strong detergents, wringing, or tumble drying — these damage linen fibers and lace.

- Drying: Lay flat on a towel or line dry in the shade (avoid direct sun, which weakens fibers).

- Ironing: Use medium heat while the fabric is still slightly damp, with a pressing cloth if needed to protect the lace.