Jean said The fact that three ladies wanted to start lacemaking this year, shows that there's still interest, but it's not supported by education authorities. Why? Painting, ballroom dancing, yoga, photography, dressmaking, upholstery and other so-called "recreational", "non-academic", "non-vocational" "hobby" or any other term they use for subjects which don't immediately suggest a job are still supported, but lace making isn't. I don't understand why.
is it a case of catering to the perceived lowest common denominator? Giving the "masses" what they they need/want without actually asking them. Big businesses - and that's what local authorities are - look at a very broad picture not details/individuals. On a more positive note my group's teacher moved away from the area 6 years ago and we have gone on as a self help group, not attracted too many new members but we've organised various trips - Bruges was out most memorable one for our 10th anniversary - and thoroughly enjoy our fortnightly meetings (youngest member 12, oldest 80odd) jenny barron Scotland - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
