[lace] Recent Emails

A few days ago I stopped getting any emails from lace or lace chat. Can anyone tell me if there has been a problem with the server or if it could be at my end. You can reply directly to me. Cindy - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace

[lace] What media constitues Lace

I just received a phone call from a lady that organizes the categories in her state fair. She specifically asked me if Crocheted Hair Pin Lace should be in the Lace or Crochet Category. I'm at a loss since I would consider it crocheted, but there are other "lacy" crochet designs that I have

Re: [lace] Lacemakers' Hands

Noelene, What a lovely poem. Thanks for sharing. Cindy in Virginia where it is wet and still a little chilly for Spring. Yvette Slabbert in New Zealand has a wonderful blog size with some really good articles about lacemaking: https://letslace.com/. Her latest project is to document pictures

[lace] Lace Demonstrating

I begin my 8th year demonstrating early bobbin lace at the Virginia Renaissance Fair on Saturday. If there are Lacemakers in the area or anyone who enjoys a family friendly day out please come to the Fair. The fair runs Saturdays and Sundays from May 7th through June 5th in Spottsylvania County

[lace] Ithaca lace event

Anyone on here involved in the organization of Ithaca Lace event in Ithaca, NY in October? I was wondering when information about the event will be posted I think the info comes out in June or July. It is a little early for info. Cindy in VA where it actually felt like Spring today. - To

[lace] Wearing and Caring for Lace

A recent post about wearing lace got me to thinking. I have a lace stole I have worn several times and now has some soiling near the center back from my neck. What is the best way to launder it. I have heard and read many recommendations but would like to hear from someone who cleans the lace

[lace] Missing Mail

I too don't get Jeri's posts and switched to the digest, but I'm not sure it is solving the problem. I'm still waiting to see if an email from Jeri makes it to the digest. Cindy in VA - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here.

[lace] Lace at Amsterdame Festival of Lights

Someone provided the link over a month ago if not longer. I remember taking a look at it. Cindy in Very Cold Virginia. Subject: Re: [lace] Lace at Amsterdam Festival of Light Dramatic! It is surprising that we were not told about this lace by our friends in Amsterdam. Thank you so much

[lace] Lace in Prague

All, I have noticed the latest posts about traveling in England and it reminded me it isn't too early to ask my questions. In mid September 2017 I will be on a tour (with beaders) and have at least one free day to visit museums or other places in Prague that is not on the scheduled tour. Anyone

[lace] Volunteers, Lace Newsletters, Lace Study Aids

I am a long time member of the Washington DC Lace Guild (CRLG) and was a member of the board (volunteering) for 15 years. I held about every position except Secretary and Newsletter but I decided to step back as I volunteer for many other organizations (Embroiderer's Guild and Quilt Guild) and

[lace] Lace in Museums

I received the recent digest and read with interest the comments on lace exhibits. I don't see much in museums and have run into the dim lighting most of the time. The decorative arts museum in Williamsburg, Va has had several textile exhibits which I have viewed. They have additional temporary

[lace] Lace and other Needlework Book Source

I was reading a local embroidery newsletter and this link was listed for publications for personal use. There were several books with lace and lace related information and pictures along with some instruction. I thought they were interesting and am passing it along.

[lace] Computerized Embroidery Designs - Lace

One of my many hobbies is machine embroidery and I found a company making designs that look very much like bobbin lace. Often the digitizers call a floral design Lace when it isn't, but many of the patterns at https://www.advanced-embroidery-designs.com/ are the closest I've seen. Search for

Re: [lace] Computerized Embroidery Designs - Lace

I agree. It is chemical lace and has been around for a while. I just hadn't see much that really looked like bobbin lace in some time. Thought it was interesting. - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to

[lace] Armistice A. Turtora Passing

I noticed Jeri's reference to an Armenian Lacer with CRLG and wanted to pass the news. Armistice had been in ill health recently and at 90 years old, passed away October 10th. We have lost a very active advocate for tatting and lace making in general. She also taught many people to tat and was

[lace] Lace in Pieceworks and Carolyn Wenzel

I have had the opportunity to take three different needle lace classes from Carolyn. She is a superb teacher. Her lecture on her visits to Spain and learning the lace there is very interesting. She spoke at the Finger Lakes Lace Guilds Lace Days in Ithaca NY where I have taken two classes

[lace-chat] Lace Handkerchief Wedding Poem

I am about to start lace for a wedding handkerchief and I remember someone told me that there was a poem or some form of written information you give to the bride about keeping it and making a baby bonnet out of it when the first baby is born. Does anyone have this information? Cindy, Where it