I can thoroughly recommend a Lace Cruise. In 1987 (I think it was) Gretchen of Beggars Lace organised a Caribbean cruise and Geraldine Stott and myself were invited to teach lace on the cruise. We spent two days in Puerto Rico where we taught in the local museum and I remember it was so hot and humid as they had problems with the air conditioning, which was not good for us needlelace makers. However there were plenty of ice cold drinks and easy access to soap and water. We boarded our ship called the 'Festival' at Puerto Rico and stopped off at Barbados, St Marten etc., teaching lace on the days at sea in the ship's library. It was a fantastic experience and one which I shall never forget. I have never seen so much food in my life, with wonderful buffet tables bearing mountains of beautifully displayed food, and always with a magnificent ice sculpture as the focal point on the table.
I also recall that or returnt flight was delayed, which meant we missed our connection and had to stay overnight in New York and spend the following day sightseeing in New York. This was a bonus for us as I had never been to New York. Such happy memories, I can thoroughly recommend a Lace Cruise and if you are lurking Gretchen, many, many thanks for organising and inviting us to teach. Catherine Barley - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
