Re: [lace] New Book Bedfordshire Lace Designs Louise West

2017-06-05 Thread lynrbailey
I took a Flanders class in Peterborough, England in April. It's the kind of class people go back to year after year. Louise West was one of the students, and she was showing the proofs of her new book, which was about to go to the printer. I ordered one, and it arrived after publication on

[lace] Louise West Bedfordshire book

2017-06-05 Thread Celtic Dream Weaver
I also have her new book and I love it. The designs are so pretty. I think I love the Paisleyone the best plus the Daisy Edging. There is so much eye candy in this book. I also got my copy like in three days from across the pond. That was quick and she signed it for me too. Sherry Sent from Yahoo

[lace] New Book Bedfordshire Lace Designs

2017-06-05 Thread Noelene Lafferty
Jeri, thanks for your advice that a new book by Jana Novak is available. I don't think I've seen mention of the new book by Louise West, Bedfordshire Lace Designs. I've just received my copy from the UK, and am delighted with it. To quote the forward, the designs in this book have been

[lace] Gil Dye's New Book: Introducing Bone Lace

2017-06-05 Thread Jeriames
Gil Dye, Jean Leader and I have been corresponding about this new little book. Again, it is not one I am able to review at this time. A copy is being hand-carried to me. Perhaps you have already purchased it and would like to provide a review to Arachne members. If you are placing an

[lace] Jana Novak's New Book Series: Perfect Lace Technique

2017-06-05 Thread Jeriames
Jana Novak has sent information to share with you. I will not be able to review her new book at this time, because there is not a copy on this side of the Atlantic Ocean. However, as you begin a new Summer of lacemaking, demonstrating, and teaching in the northern Hemisphere, it may be

[lace] Bookmark

2017-06-05 Thread Carole Attard
Dear All, Today I received a really pretty  bookmark and postcards of beautiful  Sussex from Joepie Hammond. It was really worth waiting for. Thank you Lin and Jenny for making this exchange possibe.  Best regards Carole from Malta 💥Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android - To unsubscribe send

[lace] Burano

2017-06-05 Thread Devon
Janice, It was Lidia. Easy for me to remember because it is my daughter's name. The lace display is to the rear of the store and on the second floor, so it may not be obvious from the street. Devon Sent from my iPhone - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line:

Re: [lace] Burano Italy

2017-06-05 Thread Janice Blair
Thanks to Avital, Annette and Corinne for the information about Burano. I will pass it all on to my friend so she can plan ahead. This list is the best when it comes to getting up to date information. I remember coming back with lots of photos of the buildings on Burano and Murano, and when in the

[lace] Authentic Handmade Laces for Sale - England

2017-06-05 Thread Jeriames
A new topic that I hope will generate some really good information. starting with England. Please change the word England in the subject line, and tell us about a place you have found to buy handmade lace, preferably a not-for-profit place like a museum: Tomorrow, I'll change the heading

[lace] Fake Labeling of Laces for Sale in Europe

2017-06-05 Thread Jeriames
If you know people who do not receive my AOL messages who should receive this, please feel free to forward it to them. For all who travel and like to bring home lace from the traditional places where handmade lace is made in Europe: When we advise our friends, who usually do not know as

Re: [lace] Burano Italy

2017-06-05 Thread Avital
I was in Burano about five years ago. I don't recall seeing any private collections when I was there, but the Lace Museum does have a splendid collection. Unfortunately, they did not allow photography at the time. Maybe that has changed since. The Museo de Merletto is not open long hours (closed

RE: [lace] Burano Italy

2017-06-05 Thread Corinne Jones
There is a shop on the main walkway to the Museum which often has someone making lace outside and does have a private collection. I do not know the name. The museum is definitely worth seeing as there is a good video to watch before going upstairs to see amazing lace. Corinne Brighton UK. ---