Funny I'm in the process of discussing lace kit prices on my livejournal even as we speak. My experience is probably slightly different than a lot of you because I teach in the SCA, which means beginning classes are pretty much limited to 2 hours. For my classes I charge a $35 kit fee and that includes 24 bobbins, "lace pillow", pins, thread, pincushion and handout including prickings.
I say "lace pillow" because what I actually use is a kickboard which I get from Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/S-Worldwide-Kick-Board-Blue/dp/B00017IDSI/ref=pd_bbs_sr_8/102-9039979-4376912?ie=UTF8&s=sporting-goods&qid=1173726449&sr=8-8 for about $10 and then cover with blue broadcloth. I got this idea from another SCA lacemaking teacher a couple of years ago and I really like it. In the past the teachers in my region used some building foam of some sort. I know they would buy it at large hardware stores and then cut it down to size before covering with fabric. BTW, I also use bobbins that I get from lacemaking circle (http://www.lacemaking.com/LacemakingCircle.htm) Note that when I make lace I usually use a bolster pillow but I don't think I would try teaching someone for the first time on one. Orla - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
