Quaker Lace

Collectors Notes

Apr 19, 2026
By Alyson Fleming

(Will continue to be updated and edited)

The Quaker Lace Company (founded in 1889) was the premier name in American machine-made lace until it closed in the early 1990s. Today, these pieces are highly sought after by vintage enthusiasts for their "old-world charm" and exceptional quality that is difficult to find in modern mass-produced linens. Many pieces survive in excellent condition today even after decades of storage.

Other Pattern Numbers of Collectible Note:

Alencon

Barcelona 805

Baroness 5160, 5180

Cherubs - 1010, 3140, 4210

Duchess - 7100

Egyptian Queen remains one of the most sought-after patterns by Quaker Lace enthusiasts due to its unique departure from traditional floral motifs. It is a true conversation starter that brings the mystery of the Nile to the modern table.

Embassy 1100

Festival - 1172, 4450, 5041

Florentine - 3540

Gala - 4200, 4280, 4458

Jubilee - 1006

Maytime - 1161

White House - 6280: Originally produced in 1954, “The White House” remains one of the most sought-after patterns by Quaker Lace enthusiasts because of to its unique interpretation of The Rose Garden.