
Breton Work - An ancient embroidery long practiced in Brittany, and still found on the best garments of the peasants. Like most ancient work, chain stitch forms the basic motif, but satin stitch, Point Lance, and Point Russe can also be introduced. The foundation material is either of cloth or silk, the embroidery in colored silks and gold and silver thread. The work is usually made for borders of garments. Breton work is also used for ornamenting necktie ends and book markers. Also known as Breton embroidery. (text found on http://www.angelfire.com/realm/rimsholt/articles/9507a.htm)