Ah, but it's the pins that would be the problem. I have a friend who works in a women's prison and she says that anything that could be the agent of self-harm is not allowed. Which is a shame; lacemaking, as someone has just said, is very theraputic.
Lesley ===================================================================== When I read this, I immediately saw a design in my head that is mostly suitable for Torchon that eliminates the need for pointy pins. Something on the order of a pegboard with pegs that could be pulled up or pushed down as needed. Even simpler would be a pegboard where pegs could be set as needed. Using tatting cotton or larger cordonnet would be reasonable. I just have this feeling that it could be done! I have some experience volunteering at the California Youth Authority where we taught crochet, among other things like leadership, self-control, etc. The hooks had to be plastic. In line with that idea, unsharp pegs would probably pass muster. The more complicated design of captured pegs that could be raised or lowered, as needed would be more practical (reduce loss of pegs, without which ~ no lace!) I will discuss this with DH for his input. The "pillow" doesn't have to be soft if it doesn't hold the pins in place. I really think this is doable. Patty - To unsubscribe send email to [email protected] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [email protected]. For help, write to [email protected]
