On May 2, 2004, at 19:48, Julie Ourom wrote:
"She led the girls to the Lace Center where supplies were sold and lace
makers could take courses in their craft. There were two types of lace,
Hilda explained: bobbin lace which originated in Belgium [...]
Never hurts to "blow your own horn", does it ? <g> Where did you get the book? I've heard of Nancy Drew series but have never read any (having been brought up in a "wrong" country). This one, however, sounds like something I'd like to *own* a copy of... Thanks for sharing the hoot :)
Now when I see Barbie with a lacemaking kit...
Anyone know people at Mattel (I think that's who makes Barbies?) to suggest it? <g> Never happen though; "Barbie makes lace" would only confuse the kids :)
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