My maternal grandmother and my mother were knitters, crocheters, and
embroiderers. In fact the tease was that if you stood still long enough my
grandma would put a crocheted edging on you - everything, even the most
utilitarian things, had a fancy crocheted lace edging! I have a few hankies
and pillowcases with embroidery and crocheted lace trim that she made.
For years I attended a needlework fair at the Unitarian church in Paramus,
NJ, for which the late Miriam Forbes was the driving force. Miriam made huge
bobbin lace hangings for the church, using nails for pins - they are
wonderful.
While the focus of the fair was embroidery of all kinds, the Metro Chapter
of IOLI always demonstrated there, and for years I was awed and fascinated
by their beautiful work, and intimidated as well. Prior to seeing their
demonstrations I wouldn't have had any idea how this delicate lace was
created. When the time was right, I began studying with the late Gunvor
Jorgensen and have loved it ever since.
Regina Haring
Nanuet, NY - a glorious spring day here
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