lacemaking
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of lacemaking
Example Sentences
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To help execute the costumes, the Paris Opera Ballet received donations from two 19th-century-era suppliers: Sophie Hallette, the lacemaking company in Caudry, France, and Swarovski of Wattens, Austria.
From New York Times • Mar. 7, 2017
A historic journey into Kenmare history, featuring lacemaking demonstrations and a store.
From Washington Post • Sep. 1, 2016
On Sunday, there was an ode to the white-clad lacemaking ladies and the forro music of the Northeast that sparked waves of pride among Brazilians.
From Reuters • Aug. 21, 2016
Along with its lacemaking factories, passenger transport has long been the city’s biggest employer.
From The Guardian • Apr. 20, 2016
“It’s nothing. Just an old box of lacemaking supplies I left there by accident. I wanted to come and get it before I get a scolding from my mother. We’re going now.”
From "The Boy Who Met a Whale" by Nizrana Farook
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