Handmade Lace Worker
しゅこうレースこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that handcrafts delicate lace products from thread using needles, crochet hooks, shuttles, etc.
Description
Handmade lace workers use tools such as needles, shuttles, and crochet hooks to handcraft delicate lace products from thread. Using traditional techniques such as bobbin lace and crochet lace, they manufacture clothing decorations, interior accessories, and accessory parts. First, they create designs, develop patterns, and select threads suited to the material characteristics. They repeat fine stitches and knots, finishing beautiful lace with appropriate tension and precise operations. Planning to meet deadlines, quality control, high concentration, and perseverance are required. In recent years, diverse work styles such as made-to-order, collaboration with workshops, and online sales have expanded.
Future Outlook
Although the handicraft market is small in scale, stable demand is expected in high value-added niche fields. Succession of traditional techniques, custom orders, and expansion of sales channels through e-commerce will be future growth opportunities.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and good at detailed work / Excellent aesthetic sense / High concentration / Patient
Work Style
Atelier Employment / Freelance / OEM Manufacturing / Online Sales / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Junior Lace Worker → Senior Lace Worker → Lace Designer → Workshop Manager → Independent Entrepreneurship
Required Skills
Bobbin Lace / Crochet Knitting / Crochet Lace / Manual Dexterity / Pattern Design Creation
Recommended Skills
CAD Pattern Creation / Color Coordination / Material Knowledge / Textile Design Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the precision of fine stitches directly determines quality. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creativity is required for ideation in designs and patterns. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is hardly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it mainly involves long hours of seated work with low physical strain. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because it is mainly individual work with relatively little team collaboration. |
Aliases
- Bobbin Lace Worker
- Lace Artisan
- Lace Weaver
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