Point Lace is regarded as a “true” lace and is created with a single needle and fine thread where ladder-like buttonhole stitches link each motif. The designs frequently are of flowers (roses, fuscias, anemones, passion flowers), spiky-shaped leaves, and fruits such as grapes,.

Popular needlepoint lace products include fans, collars, cuffs, and a wide range of ecclesiastical vestments and altar decorations.

Mount Carmel Rose Point takes a deservedly high place among Irish lace manufacturers.

For many years New Ross was especially noted for its adaptations of Venetian Rose Point. ( “raised” point as distinct from “flat” point)

Some experts have said that the Carmelite Monastery Lace School produced some of the most beautiful style ever worked in Ireland.

Mount Carmel Rose Point Lace