Re: [lace] Lace quote

Here are the various quotes I have collected over the years. From Wings of Fire by Charles Todd (copy write 1998), Takes place in England just after WW1 Inspector Ian Rutledge is rushing through a small village in the rain. “Rutledge turned, crossed over to the nearest shop. In the

Re: [lace] Textile Encyclopedia

Bravo! I will look forward to seeing a textile book where lace is more than just an “also ran.” Liz > On Oct 20, 2020, at 11:30 AM, Elena Kanagy-Loux > wrote: > > . . . my main emphasis was on wanting the lace section to be broad and > fleshed out the way it deserves to be. So often lace

Re: [lace] Textile Encyclopedia

Just wondering. Why is bobbin lace considered to be “non-woven”? Liz Redford, Raleigh NC > On Oct 19, 2020, at 2:28 PM, Elena Kanagy-Loux > I'm pleased to announce that I will be one of three Volume > Editors working on the Non-Woven Textiles Volume of the Encyclopedia, which > will of course

Re: [lace] Acheological findings in Sydney.. Australia

Brian, In 1985 Australia issued a set of stamps with images from recovered shipwreck items. One was a bobbin. Were you already aware of that? I can send in image of the stamp if you need it. Liz, Raleigh, USA > On Jul 6, 2020, at 12:59 AM, Brian Lemin wrote: > > Whilst idly combing the net

Re: [lace] Barbara Underwood

I saw a post on Facebook saying Barbara Underwood had died, but I don't know anything more than that. I have several of her books and have worked a number of pieces from them. She is certainly a super star in my lace firmament! Liz Redford Raleigh, NC, USA - To unsubscribe send email to

Re: [lace] Jeri Ames is ok

I am very relieved to hear that Jeri is OK. It would be a huge loss to all of us if we not longer had Jeri's expertise on the list. Liz Redford Raleigh NC > On Apr 3, 2020, at 1:49 PM, Devon Thein wrote: > > I am sure that Arachnids will be relieved to hear that I have just gotten > off the

Fwd: [lace] Blonde in the 18th century

I am wondering what the difference is between black blonde and Chantilly? Liz R, Raleigh NC Begin forwarded message: > From: Devon Thein > Here is the link > https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/215375?=All y=Relevance=08.219=0=20pos=1 > - To unsubscribe send email to

[lace] Sad news about Alice Rozenbroek

It is my sad duty to let the lace world know that Alice Rozenbroek died February 7th. She was a founding member of the North Carolina Regional Lacers. She was also an active IOLI member and attended many of the conventions. She will be greatly missed by all her lace friends. Liz Redford,

Re: [lace] Book title

Alex, When will the book you have just finished be available for purchase? Thank you, Liz R On Dec 27, 2018 3:37 AM, Alex Stillwell wrote: > > Good morning Arachnids > > I have just completed my latest book. Until now I have always had another > that > I wanted to write. Now I have written the

[lace] Securing knots in silk

I have a question about the best way to secure knots in silk thread? I have just finished a piece from the "Into a Circle" pattern pack using Bart and Francis flat silk thread. I have done the sewings and tied a surgeons knot. I have not cut off the bobbins yet and I can see that some of the

Re: [lace] The whys & wherefores of using temporary pins in Binche

Susan, I stared making Binche with a traditional teacher who did not believe in using support pins. So she showed me all the tricks to avoid the holes. That being said, I now use support pins all the time. I use the very small pins. I find that even if I don't take them out until the very

Re: [lace] Re: Demise of Fine Linen Lace, was Faery Lace

I have heard of old Mechlin being made with 240/2 linen thread. Liz R, Raleigh NC > Can anyone be more specific? What do you mean by "fine linen thread"? > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to

[lace] Lace legends?

Speaking of possible lace legends, I have long been curious about a fictional account of a lace village in France where most of the older lace makers had lost their sight. This was supposedly due to making lace for long hours in poor light. However I have never seen anything about this in any

[lace] World Congress thank you!

I would like to take a few minutes to thank all the people who gave so much time and effort to putting on the World Lace Congress. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute! I took a wire lace class with Lauran Sundin and got the added bonus of having Kim Davis as an added teacher. It was like

Fwd: [lace] IOLI Bulletin

Depending upon the price I will probably pay for both the physical and digital copies for a year. Then I will decide which I prefer. I have a number of hobby books that I have gotten electronically and I like them a lot. I especially like being able to access them on my tablet and the

Re: [lace] re: posting questions about what teachers say

I remember hearing the phrase "milk the fairy cow" when it came to tightening up a picot. But I can't remember who said that. Liz R, Raleigh NC > Sharon wrote, > > To my surprise I haven't heard a single comment about the characteristic > things lacemaking teachers say. - To unsubscribe

[lace] Most difficult lace

I think my vote would go to Mechlin as the most difficult lace. It is not too bad if you use pins in the ground. But I find it almost impossible to control without the pins. I make Binche lace pretty regularly. You do have to watch the diagram carefully for the designs done in the last 20

Fwd: [lace] lace. Ipswich, Massachusetts, lace

Karen, I enjoyed reading the article. Is the reproduction lace that you made the one that is shown on the reproduction pillow in the article? Liz R, Raleigh NC - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to

Re: [lace] Block pillows

I have two block pillows. One is felt and this is my favorite. However it is fairly heavy and not so easy to travel with. The ethafoam one if lighter but I find my fingers get sore from pushing the pins in. Liz R, Raleigh, NC > On Mar 21, 2018, at 1:55 PM, Diane Williams

Re: [lace] Making Lace in Central Slovakia - By the Poor for the Rich: Lace in Context

A very interesting article. I suspect all of us have experienced some of these feelings about our lacemaking. I do find my self scolding my pillow every now and then! Liz R, Raleigh, NC > On Jan 5, 2018, at 11:28 AM, Jeri Ames wrote: > > >

Re: [lace] Jeri's Narratives

I think I must have missed an email. How are we losing Jeri? Liz, Raleigh, NC > On Dec 6, 2017, at 4:19 PM, Lin Hudren wrote: > > We are in the throes of losing this most cherished gift. Jeri has > dedicated herself to knowing historical, practical and knowledgeable lace

Fwd: [lace] Lace art by Agnes Herczeg

The lace is painted?? I am astonished to hear that. Do you think it starts out as who thread and then the color is added? Or is the paint just used as a stiffener? > Subject: Re: [lace] Lace art by Agnes Herczeg > I own one of the pieces shown in the article... the woman with the sheaves >

Re: [lace] Lace art by Agnes Herczeg

What lovely pieces! Do you think she uses some kind of stiffening? Liz, Raleigh, NC, USA > http://mymodernmet.com/lace-art-agnes-herczeg/ > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to

[lace] IOLI Convention Report

I was in the wire lace class along with Susan and I agree that we had a wonderful time. I think the organizers did an excellent job. The food was good, the rooms were comfortable, the shopping was great and the entertainment at the closing banquet was the best! There were literally people

Re: [lace] "Lace in the New World" OIDFA 2022 Congress Proposal

I have seen the proposal and thought it was very well done. Obviously a lot of time and effort was put into the preparation. I am very sorry to hear you were not successful. Perhaps you could consider hosting an IOLI Convention? I would love to have an excuse to visit Santa Fe! Liz R,

Re: [lace] How to wind bobbins usig just a string

Genius! Thanks for posting this. Liz, Raleigh, NC > Yesterday I made a short video on how to wind bobbins using just a piece of > string. It's up on YouTube. > https://youtu.be/hdbk3mHS2Us > Enjoy! > PegIn a rainy Cleveland, Ohio - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com

Fwd: [lace] Red Dye stains

I just listened to a talk from a guilt teacher who said she was successful removing red stains by washing the quilt multiple times with Color Catchers. However I would issue a warning with that. I once accidentally left a Color Catcher in the laundry with some dark blue towels. When I pulled

Fwd: [lace] Lovely Noelene Lafferty Interview

Thank you for sharing this. It was very interesting to see what the famous poet looks like, and her beautiful lace. I also think I would be so distracted by the view from her window that I would not make much lace. So different from the view of North Carolina spruce trees from my window! Liz

Re: [lace] X-ray Photography of Historic Fashions

Jeri, This was most interesting. Thank you for posting it. Liz R, Raleigh, NC > On Apr 13, 2017, at 2:37 PM, jeria...@aol.com wrote: > > You may enjoy viewing a video of the process of photographing historic > costumes - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the

Fwd: [lace] Books/ out of print books

I whole heartedly agree. I have gotten some real bargains from the Lace Guild library. And I found the lady who helped me was very kind and patient. I got the books very quickly even though I am on a different continent. Thanks to all those people who donated their books! Liz R, Raleigh

Fwd: [lace] 18th C. Lace-trimmed Sack Back Gown, per BBC

Wow! What a gorgeous dress! The colors are so bright! It really gives you an idea of how beautiful those gowns were when they were first worn. Does anyone have any idea what the gold edge on the lace was? Liz R Raleigh, NC, USA - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com

Re: [lace] Christmas Card Exchange

Christine Springett has a book called Christmas Collection that has several Torchon patterns that I like a lot. They are worked on bangles and work up pretty quickly. They look great with glittery thread. Liz R, Raleigh, NC - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the

Re: [lace] Hi, New Member here.

Joseph, Welcome to the group. If you understand how to wind the bobbins, CT, CTC and CTCT you have a great start. Now it is just a matter of lots of practice. It's amazing to me the variety of laces that are made with just those simple steps. I will look forward to seeing your samples as

[lace] TVA Lace by Robin Lewis Wilde

I understand that the lace pieces Robin designed have been removed from the TVA building in Chattanooga and moved to the Tennessee History Museum in Nashville. When I called they said that the piece was not on display. This was about seven years ago. I have not heard anything since then. Liz

Re: [lace] lace magazines/membership

I have just joined OIDFA so I am looking forward to getting their publication. Other than that I read the IOLI Bulletin and the Piecework. Liz, Raleigh, NC > On May 5, 2016, at 7:08 AM, sylvie nguyen wrote: > > What lace magazines and bulletins do people

Re: [lace] Ithaca lace event

Holly says that the information on Ithaca will be announced in the middle of May. Liz > On Apr 17, 2016, at 7:11 AM, Lbuyred <lbuy...@nc.rr.com> wrote: > > I have a class with Holly today. I will try to remember to ask her about > that and respond later today.

Re: [lace] Ithaca lace event

I have a class with Holly today. I will try to remember to ask her about that and respond later today. Liz, Raleigh NC > On Apr 16, 2016, at 11:49 PM, c...@fastmail.us wrote: > > Anyone on here involved in the organization of Ithaca Lace event in > Ithaca, NY > in October? I was wondering when

Re: [lace] RIP Catherine Linda Walton

Chris, I am so sorry to hear of Linda's death. There are so few lace makers in this world that the loss of even one is a great blow to the art. Not to mention the loss to your family. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Liz, Raleigh North Carolina > On Apr 13, 2016, at 4:01 AM,

Fwd: [lace] Used book prices - The Lace Guild's book offerings

I also found some treasures on the list. They are on their way to Raleigh. I was able to handle the entire transaction via the Internet. It was very convenient! Liz in Raleigh, North Carolina - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace

Re: [lace] Mathematics and lace

Now that is really impressive. I have always thought lace makers must be geniuses. Now I know it is true! Liz R, Raleigh NC, USA Brenda Paternoster paternos...@appleshack.com wrote: Dear Spiders We all know that there is some maths involved with BL, especially with the grid based

Re: [lace] 2015 IOLI convention July 27 - Aug 2

Anita, What is the closest airport for Coralville? Thank you, Liz R, Raleigh NC purple lacer purplelace...@hotmail.com wrote: Doris Southard Lace Guild is pleased to announce that we will be co-hosting the 2015 IOLI Convention. The headquarters hotel will be the Marriott Coralville Hotel

Re: [lace] Flickr account

Is it possible to see pictures on Facebook without being a member? I am not a member and would prefer not to join unless the group feels that Facebook is the best solution. Liz R (not Reynolds), Raleigh NC David C COLLYER dccoll...@ncable.net.au wrote: I personally don't do Flickr at all

Re: [lace] Lace: IOLI Convention

I do not have any complaint about the convention being a week long. The only reason I am not able to attend is the expense of flying, hotel and meals. If the convention were within driving distance I would probably be able to manage the other expenses. Liz R Raleigh, NC Karen Thompson

Re: [lace] reticella punto in aria

I took a class in Reticella once. We started with a pirce of linen. Then we did a satin stitch in a square and removed all the linen threads in that square. From there we ran the base threads for the lace and then did button hole stitches over those threads and did other fancy stitches in

Re: [lace] What kind of lace is this?

I will stick my neck out and say that I think it looks like Reticella too. What does everyone else think? Liz R, Raleigh, NC Witchy Woman wytchy...@sbcglobal.net wrote: I did find one picture with beautiful lace...Portrait of a Woman by Cornelis Janssen van Ceulen, painted in 1619.  I

Re: [lace] New poem

Noelene, This is another lovely poem. I will certainly be interested in purchasing your book when it is available. Liz R, Raleigh, NC Noelene Lafferty nlaffe...@ozemail.com.au wrote: As usual, it's conversations on Arachne that have prompted a new poem. Lacemaking is good for your

Re: [lace] Live Blogging Young Lace Makers Symposium

Devon, Does this mean you are planning to be in Italy for the symposium? I will be very interested to read your blog and see how you like the event. Liz R, Raleigh, NC dmt11h...@aol.com wrote: In a bold experiment, I am going to attempt to Live Blog the Young Lace Makers Symposium in

Re: [lace] Lurking and enjoing

Melanie, I agree with Clay. Your English was very understandable. Please keep on writing! Liz, Raleigh, NC - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site:

Re: [lace] Latest project finished!

Clay, The piece looks awesome! Well worth all the pain and agony of unstitching. Another plus is that I finally figured out how to log into Flickr. Liz, Raleigh, NC Clay Blackwell clayblackw...@comcast.net wrote: It is Minnewater, from the folio Lieflijk Brugge. - To unsubscribe send

[lace] Looking for lacemakers near New Port Richey in Florida

Gentle Spiders, I have been contacted by someone who will be moving to New Port Richey in Florida by the end of the month. She is looking for other lacemakers in the area. Please contact me individually if you woudl be willing to share your email address with her. Thank you, Liz Redford - To

Re: [lace] New to the list

Cheree, Welcome to the list. I hope you will find it as helpful and interesting as I have. There always seems to be someone out there who is doing something interesting or has the answer to a question. Liz Raleigh, NC Cherre Bybee cherreby...@gmail.com wrote: Just wanted to introduce

Re: [lace] Hello

Michelle, Welcome to our world! I hope you will find that you enjoy making lace. I am rather surprised to hear that doing hand work can ease chronic pain. That's goood to know!Usually I only hear about the pain caused by all of our repetative work. I hope that as you begin to work on your

Re: [lace] IOLI Luncheon

While I will not be able to make the convention this year I attended when it was in Bethesda. I really enjoyed the Arachne lunch. It was great to be able to put some names to faces and the conversation was thoroughly enjoyable. Liz, Raleigh NC Robin D human.m...@gmail.com wrote: Hello

[lace] Lace making and blindness

Does anyone know if it is true that doing close work (like making lace) in low light for many hours a day can cause blindness? I have just finished reading The Ruins of Lace. I the book there is a character who is loosing her sight. The author implies that this is due to her lacemaking and

Re: [lace] First pictures of my latest project

Clay, It looks great! I can't believe how quickly you have gotten it done. It seems like it was only a few weeks ago you were winding the bobbins. I will look forward to seeing it when it is finished. Liz Raleigh NC, USA Clay Blackwell clayblackw...@comcast.net wrote: In mid-July, I

[lace] Looking for lacemakers in south Florida

I have been contacted by someone who is looking for lacemakers in the Palm Beach County area of Florida. If you know of anyone please contact me privately. Thank you, Liz Redford Raleigh, NC, USA - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace

[lace] Christina pillow

You may remember that I asked the list a few months ago about purchasing a used Christina pillow. I am happy to say that I am now the proud owner of a Christina pillow and I am really enjoying using it. In the process I have accumulated a list of four other people who would also like to own a

Re: [lace] spangling

I have found that the spangles done with Nemo do not hold up well. The wires last much longer. Liz Raleigh, NC, USA Marianne Gallant m...@shaw.ca wrote: Hi, Is there a specific reason why spangles are done with wire and not Nymo beading thread? - To unsubscribe send email to

Re: [lace] Tensioning Flanders

Lyn, I generally put in a temporary plait with the two pairs that are exiting the ground. That holds the pair that is turning the corner and becomming the worker up against the pin. Then you just have to remember to remove the plait and put in the right number of twists before you begin the

[lace] Christina pillow

I am interested in trying to find a used Christina pillow to purchase. I don't believe I can afford the price of a new pillow along with the shipping from overseas. Is there anyone out there who knows of someone who would be willing to part with theirs? If so, please contact me privately.

Re: [lace] Sad news

How very sad! I know that we will all miss her very much. It is so interesting to see that the lace seeds Betty Ann planted really spread so far. We need to all try to remember that when we feel that what we do does not matter. Liz Raleig, NC Clay Blackwell clayblackw...@comcast.net

Re: [lace] Lace retreat in Virginia

For anyone who has not had the opportunity to attend a lace week at Sweet Briar I would like to take this opportunity to encourage you to come. This is especially true if you happen to live on the east coast of the US. I have been several times and have always thoroughly enjoyed myself. The

Re: [lace] Nice Cantù lace

It is a lovely piece of lace no matter what the name. As the saying goes What's in a name? That which we call a rose By any other name would smell as sweet. The frame must be very important to get more documentation than the lace itself! Liz Redford Raleigh, NC, USA - To unsubscribe send email

Re: [lace] Nice Cantù lace

It is a lovely piece of lace, but it certainly does not look like the Cantu that I learned in my beginning class. Can someone out there set me straight? Liz Redford Raleigh NC, USA Sister Claire quietasa...@gmail.com wrote: Here is a lovely example of Cantù lace:

Re: [lace] New stamps from France

Do you think it's possible for someone from the US to order from the site? If I pay with a credit card will the currency get translated? My French is not great but I could probably stumble through the site if I had to. Liz Redford Raleigh, NC, USA Jane Partridge

Re: [lace] bobbins and music

I have a small set of bamboo bobbins. They make a delightful noise as I use them. They were given to me by a friend. Unfortunately I only have 12 bobbins so I can't use them very often. Liz Redford Raleigh, NC, USA Nancy Neff nnef...@yahoo.com wrote: Has anyone else noticed a 

Re: [lace] bobbbin winder

Sharon, If you are thinking of the Pocket Bobbin Winder the rubber band size is 31 (2 1/2 inches long, 1/8 inch wide). This is a size that is not readily available in the US so I ordered a 1 pound box. Now I have ten times a lifetime supply. If you will contact me privately at

Re: [lace] Call-out to all Arachnids in the path of Irene .... are you OK???

Those of us in Raleigh had some wind and rain. I know that parts of the area were without power for as long as a day. The people behind us had a tree fall and crush their car. Fortunately no one was hurt. Liz Redford Raleigh, NC, USA Clay Blackwell clayblackw...@comcast.net wrote: Just

Re: [lace] Pictures of Brugge uploaded to Webshots

Clay, Your piece is absolutely stunning as I knew it would be. At Anny's class in Bethesda she brought the pictures up on her laptop and the whole class crowded around to ooh and aah. Everyone lived it! Liz Clay Blackwell clayblackw...@comcast.net wrote: Greetings, gentle Lacemakers!

Re: [lace] Royal wedding lace available

Do you think they really had all 15 days? After all, the dress still had to be made, right? Or do you think the lace was applied after the dress was completed? Liz Redford Raleigh, NC, US Sue Babbs sueba...@comcast.net wrote: Solstiss did a rush delivery, 15 days before the Royal

[lace] Looking for lace makers near Jacksonvilel, Florida

I have had someone in the Jacksonville, Florida area contact me looking for lace makers in that area. Please contact me privately if you live in that area and would be willing to make contact with this person. Thank you, Liz Redford Raleigh, NC, USA - To unsubscribe send email to

Re: [lace] Scarf Pictures online

Wow! That is one gorgeous scarf! No wonder it won. Congratulations David, that is a beautiful piece of work. Liz Redford Raleigh, NC, USA David C COLLYER dccoll...@ncable.net.au wrote: Dear Friends, Clay has very kindly put pictures of my Toender scarf online. You can see them at:-

Re: [lace] Blog about Hapsburg veil

Karen, That is a very interesting blog post. Is there any place we can read the longer version? Liz Redford Raleigh, NC, USA Karen Thompson karenhthomp...@gmail.com wrote: This is the blog I posted on the American History Museum website about the Point de Gaze Hapsburg veil from 1881

[lace] Sweet Briar 2011

Spiders, I just got home from spending another fab week at Sweet Briar (near Lynchburg, VA) making lace. For those of you who have not had the opportunity to attend I must say that it is a beautiful location and a beautifully run event. I had a great time making lace, eating the good food,

Re: Fw: [lace] Lace in Fashion

I happened to be in New York this week and observed several people wearing lace including a pair of ballet flats made of black plastic lace. Liz from Raleigh Sue T hurwitz...@talktalk.net wrote: I have seen lace coming in on fashion over the coming months and love it, mid you I haven't

Re: [lace] Re state fair exhibit (was Handmade)

Branwyn, In my particular situation I was told it was one of the judges who had attached the ribbon to the lace through a picot and distorted the lace. So yes, I am concerned about letting the judges touch the lace. Our fair is pretty good about preventing fair goers from touching the lace.

Re: [lace] Re state fair exhibit (was Handmade)

David, If you were the judge I would know that my piece was in safe hands and I would not worry about framing it! Liz Redford Raleigh, NC, USA David C COLLYER dccoll...@ncable.net.au wrote: Then if I were judging your lace, I would have to disqualify it, for much of my judging is done

Re: [lace] Hand made crochet - not.

Liz, The next time you have this conversation you can mention that if she were to enter a quilt that was made with a sewing machine into a show she would be expected to enter it in the machine made category. At least that is how it works for most quilt shows in the USA. Liz Redford Raleigh,

Re: [lace] Re state fair exhibit (was Handmade)

In the North Carolina state fair the lace is not exhibited in glass cases. It is simply placed on a table. The table is placed out of reach of fair visitors and is watched by a fair volunteer. However that does not prevent damage. I picked up a lace edged hankie for a friend who had won a

Re: [lace] Lace Guild Assessment Portfolio

Sr. Claire I applaude your decision to learn a new lace and I think Milanese is a great choice. I am just now preparing for a Milanese class I will be taking in April from Louise Colgan. I really love the fact that I have an excuse to buy all the beautiful silk threads that are available! Liz

Re: [lace] Re: Lace Imprinting

I have been told that a layer of Saran Wrap is placed between the lace and the clay so that the lace never touches the clay. Liz Redford Raleigh, NC, USA Susan Reishus elationrelat...@yahoo.com wrote: you have to get your lovely lace in touch with raw sticky clay. I'm not confident that

[lace] Looking for lace makers in Central Florida

Dear Spiders, Do any of you live in the central Florida area? I have had someone email me looking for contacts. Please respond to me individually if you live in that area. Thank you, Liz Redford Raleigh, NC, USA - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line:

Re: [lace] Exhibit of lace in Illinois

Wow! That was really amazing. I wonder how long it took to get the manequin dressed? I wonder how long it took the woman who wore this dress to get dressed? Liz Redford Raleigh, NC, USA Susie Johnson cjohnson0...@comcast.net wrote: Click on the link below and you will go to a YouTube

Re: [lace] Steam Irons that Leak

I recently replaced my iron with a Rowenta. I had heard both good and bad things about them. However I have found that the only time my iron has leaked so far (I have had it about a year) was one time when I overfilled it. Otherwise I have had no problems. I do fill it with tap water. It

Re: [lace] Chantilly lace fan

Achim, What a lovely fan. It certainly looks handmade to me. Liz Redford Raleigh, NC, USA Achim Siebert ac...@achims.de wrote: I'd like to show (off to) you a recent ebay purchase and would like to know your professional opinion about it. It's a Chantilly fan and I think at least the

Re: [lace] Tatting with Bobbins

I read about this in one of my quilting magazines. The company very tactfully said that they had learned that quilters were very passionate about their work. I am guessing this means they heard from a lot of people! Liz Redford Quilting and lacemaking in Raleigh, NC, USA. Susan Reishus

Re: [lace] crochet hooks

Over Christmas my Mother-in-law gave me a large number of crochet hooks that had belonged to her mother. Among them are two hooks that are marked Size H USA and Size K USA. On the other side is Boye. The K hook is larger than the H hook. Does anyone know how these sizes relate to the other

Re: [lace] Fans

Linda, I have two very inexpensive fans with machine made lace on them. They both fold and unfold very smoothly and easily. In fact they both have much smoother actions than some of the paper fans that I have. Both were purchased for me by friends on trips to Mexico. I should probably also

Re: [lace] Lace stocking front

Alex, In reading the caption I get the impression that Mr. Wright is saying that stocking fronts in general were used in Queen Elizabeth's day. I don't think that Mr. Wright means that these particular stocking fronts are that old. They certainly don't look like the kind of lace that was

Re: [lace] Richard Worthen?

Kathryn, Richard was at the NCRL Lace Day in Asheville, North Carolina in October. Unfortunately I was too focused on selecting bobbins to ask him where he would be for the rest of the year. Liz Raleigh, NC, USA Kathryn lace_la...@yahoo.com wrote: Does anyone know what Richard Worthen

Re: [lace] Advantages of Lace Guilds

Here, here!! I couldn't agree more. If it were not for my local lace group (a chapter of the IOLI) I would never have learned how to make lace in the first place. Now due to my membership in the local, regional and national groups I find out about lace classes that are being held all over

Re: [lace] needlelace

Lorelei, What a lovely piece! Thank you for sharing it with all of us. Liz Raleigh, NC, USA - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com

Re: [lace] Vintage lace shopping

I would like to put in a good word for lace samples. While I have always admired old lace, I never could afford anything that I saw. Then I discovered a lace dealer at the convention that had small samples that were well within my price range. Now I have a small collection of a number of

Re: [lace] Making a Honiton pillow

Mark, I admire your fortitude in being willing to make your own Honiton pillow. I have one aquaintance who tells me that she uses a string trimmer to get her straw finely chopped. She does it outside on a concrete patio and has the straw in a 10 gallon plastic bucket (wearing protective

Re: [lace] Re: Yoga in Thread

Mark, I love the drawing and I think it would be great on a T-shirt or on a cover cloth. Liz Raleigh, NC, USA - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachnemodera...@yahoo.com

Re: [lace] Christine and David Springett bobbin collection sale

Does anyone have any idea if the sale will be a single lot for the entire collection? Or will they be selling bobbins individually? Liz in Raleigh, NC, USA - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to

Re: [lace] Lace in Vietnam Warp/Weft

Or, as one weaver told me You have to be warped to weave! Liz Raleigh, NC, USA Regina Haring rmhar...@optimum.net wrote: Warping the loom comes first, and the word warp is alphabetically before weft. - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line:

Re: [lace] Lace Guild Competition.

Claire, Wow! That is absolutely GORGEOUS! No wonder you won. Congratulations. Liz Raleigh, NC, USA - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachnemodera...@yahoo.com

[lace] Re:Warp vs Weft

Just remember the thread goes from weft to right! At least that is true if you are on a loom. As Holly Van Sciver would point out, the beauty and challenge of lace is that the warps and wefts can change direction. Liz Raleigh, NC, USA - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com

Re: [lace] Looking for a book title/author

I could have sworn that I owned this book, but now I can't seem to find it in my bookshelf. I must have borrowed it from the guild library. In any case I have found it on Holly Van Sciver's web site. The link below will take you there but you will have to scroll down about 11 or 12 rows to

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