Hairpin lace

I have been trying to learn hairpin lace lately. This is part of tunic I am working on, just basic stripes with ribbon yarn.

I have been surfing the net for hairpin lace instructions and inspiration. There is some information about it, but it seems that haripin lace is not much studied technique.

I only was able to find one designer who has done some modern looking work with Hairpin lace. There is a free project of Carnivale cardiwrap at Interweave Crochet website. Same designer, Jennifer Hansen, has also some interesting patterns for sale at Stitch diva.

As I am more "I will desing this myself" type of crafter I am drawn to those patterns just for inspiration rather than strict following of them, but I must say the designs are impressive. I want to learn to use this medium to create clothes that are wearable and confortable.

Besides, haripin lace seems to be quite addictive.