And in the UK (and probably elsewhere) they told lace 'tells' or rhymes that did a similar job. There is some thinking that the 'Jack be nimble' nursery rhyme was one.
I think there are references to them in Thomas Wright's book, "Romance of the lace pillow" and not sure if there are some in the Springett's book, "Spangles and superstitions". I'm sure there are other books that refer to the tells. When it comes to my spangled East Midlands bobbins, I know I love the soft jingle of the spangles, and I have some with bells that have a pleasing jingle when I use them. Cheers, Helen, Aussie in breezy and sunny Denver - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
