Bobbin lace in Molise is an ancient art, preserved and still practiced today.

Walking through the narrow streets of some Molise villages, it is not uncommon to bump into women embroidering with bobbin lace, the traditional roller-shaped cushion (called the ‘balloon’).
By weaving the threads with skillful gestures and skills, magnificent designs are created that will enrich the fabrics (tablecloths, sheets, centerpieces, etc.).

Although it is a textile art practiced in various Molise villages, Isernia excels in the manufacture of bobbin lace, whose origins, according to sources, are said to be around 1300.
This activity has been handed down over the centuries from mother to daughter and, although few craftsmen remain today, the technique has remained almost unchanged.

Brunella Muttillo