"Singer Instructions for Art Embroidery &Lacework", a reprint of the 1941 edition is available at Lacis in Berekley, Calif."
"But it is soooo difficult to do. I have an original and it shows you how to embroider with nothing more than an early Singer zigzag machine. The degree of precision and control required is phenomenal...the threads paths will be fighting against each other..." Jacquie *** Two things I didn't see mentioned, which is that the feed dogs are dropped on your machine, and a darning foot allows you to move the work freely (often with a bed extension on your machine). There is some finesse needed, which is quickly acquired. (The old machines had a plate that covered the feed dogs, and a darning/embroidery foot was available, though often didn't come with machines. New machines have all kinds of options so foster the technique). Not purporting that machine made lace is condoned over handmade bobbin or needlelace, but that it does have it's place, and often with amazing results. Some find relaxing and free-form is better, others a tighter control and specific path, but playing first brings great rewards, but like anything, relaxing helps. Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to [email protected] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [email protected]. For help, write to [email protected]
