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1. RE: Sustainable textile treatments 2. RE: SPPC 2025: From Excavation to Exhibition 3. FREE WEBINAR – “Materials for Preserving Paper Collections” 4. *Application closing Sunday 15th June* - Conservator position at the Leather Conservation Centre 5. Job Posting: Two Digitisation Conservators at SOAS, University of London 6. RE: Sustainable textile treatments 7. Job Posting: Collections Care Technician ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1.From: Larry Edwards Posted: Wednesday June 11, 2025 6:31 AM Subject: RE: Sustainable textile treatments Message: Hello Cecilia, my name is Larry Edwards and I am a textile conservator in Australia. I have just finished a treatment using the materials you have listed on a 120 year old jockey silk. We actually used the nylon net to protect shattered silk as well as restore colour. I will be in the UK in a couple of weeks for a visit if you would like to meet up to discuss. Larry ------------------------------ Larry Edwards Melbourne Australia ------------------------------ ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 06-10-2025 10:18 From: Cecilia Oliver Subject: Sustainable textile treatments As part of the Royal Household sustainability initiative we have been looking at greener alternatives to some of the materials we use in conservation. As part of this, I am attempting a fully green treatment on a textile object. It will involve many common textile conservation techniques: wet cleaning, dyeing, adhesive support and some stitching. In my current practice to undertake this treatment, I would use: polythene, silk crepeline, adhesive (Lascaux), blotter, detergent, Gutterman threads, nylon net and dyes. I would like to hear whether any other conservators have had success with alternative methods and materials and any research that is being undertaken at the moment. I look forward to hearing your thoughts and hope we can share some useful resources. Thank you ------------------------------ Cecilia Oliver Textile Conservator Royal Collection Trust Windsor United Kingdom ------------------------------ 2.From: Lu Allington-Jones Posted: Wednesday June 11, 2025 7:59 AM Subject: RE: SPPC 2025: From Excavation to Exhibition Message: Dear Colleagues, This is just a quick reminder that there are only a few days left before registration closes (at midnight BST on Monday 16th June) for this year's Symposium on Palaeontological Preparation and Conservation. You can read more about the event, see this year's abstracts and register by visiting this page: https://www.geocurator.org/events/97-sppc/623-sppc-2025-leiden SPPC 2025 - Leiden - Geological Collections Group <https://www.geocurator.org/events/97-sppc/623-sppc-2025-leiden> With best wishes, Lu, Nigel and Kieran (SPPC Committee) ------------------------------ Lu Allington-Jones Head of Conservation Science and Documentation The Natural History Museum London UK ------------------------------ ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 04-16-2025 08:32 From: Lu Allington-Jones Subject: SPPC 2025: From Excavation to Exhibition SPPC registration is open! https://www.geocurator.org/events/97-sppc <https://www.geocurator.org/events/97-sppc> Call for abstracts Please send abstracts of up to 250 words plus an image to [email protected] <[email protected]> by 30th April. Abstracts will be considered on any topic of earth science excavation, conservation, preparation mount-making and exhibition. Please state if the abstract is for a poster or platform presentation. The 30th Symposium on Palaeontological Preparation and Conservation will be held in the Netherlands this year on 26-27th June. The theme will be From Excavation to Exhibition and we hope to broaden our usual remit to include more aspects of the story of how geological collections end up on display in our museums, as well as their conservation and preparation. Examples of previous years' abstracts can be found online at https://www.geocurator.org/events/97-sppc <https://www.geocurator.org/events/97-sppc> Best wishes, Lu, Kieran and Nigel (SPPC Committee) L. Allington-Jones (she/her) Principal Conservator The Conservation Centre The Natural History Museum Cromwell Road London SW7 5BD 3.From: Diana Bencatel Posted: Wednesday June 11, 2025 8:00 AM Subject: FREE WEBINAR – “Materials for Preserving Paper Collections” Message: I'm thrilled to invite you to my FREE WEBINAR on "Materials for Preserving Paper Collections". This online training will take place on June 24th at 3:00 PM (London time). Register here: https://conservacaonumclique.com/materials25 <https://conservacaonumclique.com/materials25> In this free session, I'll share practical guidance on tools and equipment - including some low-cost options - that support key conservation actions, from environmental monitoring and cleaning to proper storage. When you sign up, you'll also receive my exclusive eBook: "7 Key Actions for Preserving Paper Collections." Can't attend live? No problem! Register anyway and you'll get access to the recording for 72 hours after the event. 4.From: Arianne Panton Posted: Wednesday June 11, 2025 10:05 AM Subject: *Application closing Sunday 15th June* - Conservator position at the Leather Conservation Centre Message: Applications will close this Sunday 15th June for the below position. Please get in touch if you are interested in applying and have any queries. Full time (37.5 hours per week), based at the Leather Conservation Centre (LCC) studio in Leicester City Centre, and some offsite work. Starting Salary: £32,000 2 years fixed term contract The Leather Conservation Centre is moving to an exciting new location in Leicester City Centre, with a new custom designed studio due to open in June 2025. The LCC is recognised as global leader in the conservation of leather, skin and related materials, working across conservation, education and research. Studio projects come from a wide range of backgrounds including museums, historic houses and private clients. This new role has been funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, and is part of a wider project that LCC is delivering over the next 2 years underpinning the establishment of the organisation in the new premises. Job Description · Carry out assessment, treatment and reporting on a range of client objects made partly or wholly of skin, leather and related materials in the LCC conservation studio · Carry out on-site assessment and treatment of client objects in diverse locations where necessary. This may require occasional work at height, training provided as needed. · Maintain clear and professional communication with clients at all points in the process, from initial contact to client after-care · Maintain high standards of ethical and academic integrity and keep up to date with latest developments in the conservation field · Participate in research carried out in the LCC studio where necessary · Represent the LCC and maintain excellence in professional reputation at conferences and other professional events · Prioritise good health and safety practices in all areas of work · Contribute to the development of academic courses and workshops and assist where necessary · Become familiar with LCC in-house processes including marketing and use of branding, and integrate into daily work · Assist with the day-to-day running of the studio including tours and other public outreach activities · Adhere to LCC policy of project recording keeping, information storage and GDPR compliance · Commit to the LCC's policy on sustainability and contribute to efforts that aim to reach it's sustainability goals · Responsibilities may vary and adapt as the role develops Person Specification The candidate will have a formal qualification at Masters degree level or higher in Conservation, or comparable experience. Experience working with organic materials is necessary, and specific first-hand experience working with historic leather and related materials is preferred. Candidates will be required to submit a portfolio of relevant projects as part of the interview process. The candidate must be comfortable with independent working and demonstrate good time management skills, particularly with time sensitive projects. Experience in producing quotes also preferable. To Apply: Please send CV and cover letter to Rosie Bolton at [email protected] <[email protected]>. Deadline for applications is Sunday 15th June. Interviews will be held at the LCC Studio during the week beginning Monday 30th June. A portfolio of conservation work should be prepared for interview, and a practical task will be included in the interview process. If you require any more information please get in touch at [email protected] <[email protected]>. We look forward to hearing from you! ------------------------------ Arianne Panton Manager of Conservation & Research The Leather Conservation Centre Grosvenor Chambers Northampton, NN1 2EW 01604719766 ------------------------------ 5.From: Alexa McNaught-Reynolds Posted: Wednesday June 11, 2025 10:06 AM Subject: Job Posting: Two Digitisation Conservators at SOAS, University of London Message: SOAS, University of London is the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. We are looking for two experienced digitisation conservators for a major digitisation project. The project requires the assessment and treatment of a large selection of our Rare books collection and Palm leaf collection. Working closely with the Digitisation team and project curators, the position will be based on-site at the SOAS campus in central London. Digitisation Lead Conservator: Grade 7: 42762.57 to 49926.57 Per Annum Digitisation Project Conservation Manager: Grade 6: 35318.57 to 41687.57 Per Annum The contracts are full time until June 2026, with the possibility that they will be extended. Applications will close on Sunday 29th June Full details and instructions for application can be found on the SOAS website at: Digitisation Lead Conservator - SOAS <https://vacancies.soas.ac.uk/job/720096> Digitisation Project Conservation Manager - SOAS <https://vacancies.soas.ac.uk/job/720107> Alexa McNaught-Reynolds ACRConservation LeaderSOAS Libraryemail: [email protected] <[email protected]>London https://www.soas.ac.uk/library/ <https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.soas.ac.uk%2Flibrary%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cam187%40soas.ac.uk%7C840cf2de6080473923b208dc73238dcb%7C674dd0a1ae6242c7a39f69ee199537a8%7C0%7C0%7C638511843763227126%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=afcEnmKRU2I0EMzM%2BnkeaXvlryl1TgE4ijIUFUD6I8s%3D&reserved=0> 6.From: Cecilia Oliver Posted: Wednesday June 11, 2025 11:17 AM Subject: RE: Sustainable textile treatments Message: Hi Larry, thanks for your reply. Did you find better solutions for single use materials like polythene and blotting paper? I'm particularly interested to find an alternative casting bed for my adhesives as you can only use polythene once and its not a very sustainable material. Would love to hear more about your treatment Cecilia ------------------------------ Cecilia Oliver Textile Conservator Royal Collection Trust Windsor United Kingdom ------------------------------ ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 06-11-2025 06:11 From: Larry Edwards Subject: Sustainable textile treatments Hello Cecilia, my name is Larry Edwards and I am a textile conservator in Australia. I have just finished a treatment using the materials you have listed on a 120 year old jockey silk. We actually used the nylon net to protect shattered silk as well as restore colour. I will be in the UK in a couple of weeks for a visit if you would like to meet up to discuss. Larry ------------------------------ Larry Edwards Melbourne Australia ------------------------------ Original Message: Sent: 06-10-2025 10:18 From: Cecilia Oliver Subject: Sustainable textile treatments As part of the Royal Household sustainability initiative we have been looking at greener alternatives to some of the materials we use in conservation. As part of this, I am attempting a fully green treatment on a textile object. It will involve many common textile conservation techniques: wet cleaning, dyeing, adhesive support and some stitching. In my current practice to undertake this treatment, I would use: polythene, silk crepeline, adhesive (Lascaux), blotter, detergent, Gutterman threads, nylon net and dyes. I would like to hear whether any other conservators have had success with alternative methods and materials and any research that is being undertaken at the moment. I look forward to hearing your thoughts and hope we can share some useful resources. Thank you ------------------------------ Cecilia Oliver Textile Conservator Royal Collection Trust Windsor United Kingdom ------------------------------ 7.From: Andrew Mancuso Posted: Wednesday June 11, 2025 12:39 PM Subject: Job Posting: Collections Care Technician Message: The Kelvin Smith Library <https://case.edu/library/> at Case Western Reserve University <https://case.edu/> in Cleveland, Ohio seeks applicants for a Collections Care Technician. This is a great role for a pre-program or emerging professional in the field with the opportunity to learn and contribute to our team's mission substantially. Working with a degree of independence, the Collections Care Technician is a key position that works directly with collection materials. Reporting to the Preservation Services <https://case.edu/library/about-ksl/staff/preservation> Team Leader, the collections care technician will be collaborating in the development and implementation of preservation strategies, performing repair treatments on general collections materials, participating in more complex conservation treatments, conducting preventive care measures (environmental monitoring and integrated pest management), and assisting the digitization specialist on complex imaging tasks. This position will collaborate with various library teams and will actively engage with them to achieve desired outcomes for enhancing the overall health of the collections held at Kelvin Smith Library (KSL). This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the long-term preservation of the library's diverse collections. This is a salary grade <https://case.edu/hr/system/files/2024-08/375hrFY25.pdf> level 5 position that will be hired between the minimum and midpoint of this level, depending on qualifications and experience (~$21-$26/hr). The complete job posting can be found on our employment website <https://employment.case.edu/psc/ERECRUIT/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=13753&PostingSeq=1&utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=jobboard> Feel free to reach out with any questions, many thanks! ------------------------------ Andrew R. Mancuso Team Leader, Preservation Services Case Western Reserve University Library Cleveland, OH United States ------------------------------ You are subscribed to "Global Conservation Forum (ConsDistList)" as [email protected]. To change your subscriptions, go to http://community.culturalheritage.org/preferences?section=Subscriptions. 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