A Dutch self-instruction manual for bobbin lace (kantklossen) by M. van IJsselstein, presented as a method that stresses understanding of the technique over rote working. After an introduction on the nature and history of lace, seven chapters cover the basic stitches (linen stitch, half stitch, plait), thread and pillow, turning corners, joining motifs, lace types (Torchon, Guipure, Cluny, Russian, Duchesse), tulle grounds, appliqué, and pricking patterns and design. It is illustrated with line diagrams and photographs of finished lace pieces, with thread sizes given by maker (L.C., D.M.C., C.B.), and includes a table of contents and publisher's advertisements.