In a message dated 04/04/2005 23:41:55 GMT Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> One woman came up and said that she used to make lace, but couldn't now as > her grip has gone and the bobbins slide through her fingers. Off the top of > my head I passed on the thought that if something like the adhesive foam used > for window insulation (and the grip bits in bobbin winders!) was stuck onto > the body of the bobbins, making them easier to pick up, that might help? She > thought it was a good idea, and I think she might try, but has anyone else > any > thoughts on this? There is a type of bandage (described as cohesive) which is used for horses legs and other veterinary purposes. It sticks to itself but is not sticky to the touch (if that makes sense) and is stretchy enough to be able to make it wrap tightly around a thin, not straight object (ie a lace bobbin, or the inner ring of an embroidery hoop). It is similar to the stuff you put under things to stop them slipping, but is thinner and more flexible. You should be able to buy it fairly easily at a tack shop or feed merchants. Jacquie - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
