This section is from the "A Complete Dictionary of Dry Goods" book, by George S. Cole. Also available from Amazon: A complete dictionary of dry goods and history of silk, cotton, linen, wool and other fibrous substances,: Including a full explanation of the modern processes ... together with various useful tables.
Blonde Lace. Blonde laces were first made in 1745, and being produced of unbleached silk, were known as "Nankins" or "Blondes". Blonde net is unbleached or cream colored bobbinet.
 
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