[lace] Linen Thread Storage

2016-11-09 Thread Joseph Young
Hi Everyone, I have been reading up on long term storage of linen. I like to collect supplies when i can get them, I call myself a collector, others call me a hoarder. I would like to start buying some linen thread as i really like the texture and the while concept of a fiber that you can

Re: [lace] Linen Thread Storage

2016-11-09 Thread Brenda Paternoster
> > I would like to start buying some linen thread as i really like the texture and the while concept of a fiber that you can grow (other than cotton and the likes). I do know that linen threads store really well, but are difficult to store. Like any textile fibre linen is best stored in the

Re: [lace] Linen Thread Storage

2016-11-09 Thread Jeriames
Dear Joseph, A couple years ago, I heard from someone with a museum lace collection that they had determined that some varieties of Acid Free tissue were drying. And so, they were changing their procedures. Perhaps Devon can share some light on the subject. The other thing to consider

Re: [lace] Linen Thread Storage

2016-11-09 Thread Joseph Young
Thank you Brenda, We don't live in a centrally heated house, so that's not a problem. I can install a small ventilated cabinet in the bathroom if need be. I was more thinking about some sort of humidor. I have some Acid-Free tissue on order at the moment. Thanks again. -- Regards, Joseph