Hello All! The scheduled loss of The Lacemaker shop in Cortland is a downer of immense proportions & not just for lacemakers. Tracy is an outstanding resource for all sorts of fascinating techniques: bobbin lace, needlelace, tape lace, Viking knitting, tatting, crochet, lace knitting, embroidery, Chinese braiding, nalbinding, sprang, kumihimo, beading--and the list goes on and on. In addition to carrying the equipment, supplies & books, she has generously shared her skills, knowledge & trouble shooting prowess. You can buy things on the internet, but you can't buy the ideas, encouragement & feedback--they are priceless. Tracy has been my teacher, mentor & friend in lacemaking & other textile adventures for more than 10 years. From my private emails, I know I'm not the only one addicted to the merchandise, events & creative camaraderie at the The Lacemaker so it's hard to imagine what will happen in the upcoming vacuum. I'm sure many of you have a lace-bond with your ! favorite supplier, but I would say a visit to Cortland was different & personal--sort of like having Lace Day & a workshop anytime the shop was open. What a shame we've come to the end. Sincerely, Susan Hottle, Erie, PA USA, wishing her the best while feeling sorry for myself
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