Though Peter Collingwood was mostly known by weavers around the globe, this notice is for Lacemakers familiar with "The Techniques of Sprang - Plaiting on Stretched Threads". You may want to note his death on October 9, 2008 in your copy of his book. It is reported in the American magazine "FiberArts" April/May 2009 issue. It says he died peacefully and unexpectedly in his workshop. Just what many of us would prefer -- that we leave while engrossed in something we love to do. In Google, there are 230,000 Peter Collingwood entries. In Google, you can search for 'Sprang, Peter Collingwood', and learn about the technique. _www.petercollingwood.co.uk_ (http://www.petercollingwood.co.uk) - A surgeon in his early years, read Bio 1 for how he came to weaving! Early on, he observed weaving in the occupational department of a medical facility. There, he made a wide inkle loom from 2 deck chairs. His next exposure to weaving? Watching Bedouins! It fascinates, at a time when we've been writing about how we came to lacemaking, made our first lace pillows, etc.! Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1221322950x1201367186/aol?redir=http://www.freecreditreport.com/pm/default.aspx?sc=668072&hmpgID=62&bcd= MaystepsfooterNO62)
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