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The following features are regarded as being characteristic of Mountmellick work:
It is worked in white matt (no shine) thread on white cotton satin jean fabric.
The shapes are big and bold and usually floral - the leaves and flowers are usually at least life-size, if not larger.
It has a buttonholed edge, usually with a knitted fringe attached. Lace is not used.
It is highly textured with many knotted and padded stitches employed.
There is no openwork, such as eyelets.
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