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From the workshop

Notes on Plauen lace, the Vogtland tradition, and the quiet art of embroidery.

Winter morning in a Saxon village — the Vogtland region where Plauen lace originates

March 15, 2026·6 min read

The origins of Plauener Spitze

How a small region in eastern Saxony became synonymous with some of the finest embroidered lace in Europe, and why its tradition endures.

Thread spools and embroidery tools on an antique workshop table

March 1, 2026·7 min read

How Plauen lace is made

From pattern drawing to chemical dissolving, the process behind Plauener Spitze is a distinctive union of machine precision and patient handwork.

Snow-covered Vogtland village with church steeple and pine-forested hills

February 15, 2026·5 min read

The Vogtland: a region shaped by thread

Nestled at the crossroads of four historic territories, the Vogtland has been home to textile artisans for centuries. Its landscape and culture are inseparable from the craft of embroidery.

Winter light streaming through a cottage window with lace curtain

February 1, 2026·5 min read

Window pictures and the tradition of light

The Fensterbild is one of the most distinctive forms of Plauen lace — a piece designed not to be displayed on a table or wall, but to transform light itself.

Close-up of fine white Plauen lace showing intricate floral embroidery detail

January 15, 2026·4 min read

Caring for Plauen lace

Plauen lace is made to last for generations, but it benefits from thoughtful care. A guide to cleaning, storing, and preserving your lace pieces.