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The Romanian Point Lace is unique in Europe and is recognized for its intricate crochet and needle lace work combination. Research done on the subject by Ms. Angela Thompson of England, shows that this needle lace began in Romania around the 14th century as needle-weaving stitches that joined the narrow width of loom-woven cloths. From this initial type of work evolved a more complex form, a woven/crocheted tape called lacet. During the Renaissance, variations of needle-made lace techniques flourished and spread in Europe. To better describe this delicate art form, we refer to Ms. Angela Thompson who wrote: "Romanian Point Lace (known in Europe as Macramé) is a tape lace like Battenburg, with a supple crochet cord taking place of the tape. It is created of a carefully placed hand crocheted cord basted to the intricate design. The areas between cords are filled with needle-made lace. Often crocheted elements as bullion stitch, leaves, grapes and berries are included in the design." Lately a new level of beauty has been added to some tablecloths and doilies, by inserting petite point in the item.