What is it about the mesh of Burano that makes it look more brick like? That is always the descriptor. Also, frequently there is discussion about the fuzziness of the thread. Objectively, it looks to me as though the movements of the thread are the same as Alencon. Work a row of twisted buttonhole stitches, then whip back. So do the Burano workers tension the whipping back part more strongly? Or are they doing something different, possibly a different order of work than I am envisioning. I have posted three photos on laceioli.ning. One is from the Belgian piece that we were positing may have had the mesh put on in Burano, one from Alencon, which is unfortunately very orange because of camera setting problems, and one from Burano that is sort of yellowy looking because of the thread color. Thoughts on this? Here is the link. You have to scroll down. Devon
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