"I do have a question - how many of us do more than one form of lace? "
Bobbin lace is my addition... and I have dabbled in many different varieties. I currently have projects going from 16th century Flanders to very modern patterns, so any type can appear on my pillows. I've also dabbled in needlelace, knotted lace. and tambour lace. I have no expertise in these but I understand the processes. Tatting was briefly attempted but I never practiced, so my skill is nil. Before bobbin lace was discovered, I had done all kinds of decorative sewing including a form of freemotion lace on a machine. I also learned to crochet and embroider as a young child, and taught myself knitting as a young adult. I had to give these up for many years because of finger problems but have taken them up again recently when my fingers no longer hurt. There's a lovely knitted lace shawl on my 'to do' list. Someday. Bring along another type of lace and I may give it a try. I just like to create things with my own hands. Alice in Oregon .. where we are supposed to have a warm, dry Easter weekend. That's almost unheard of here. Meanwhile, it's gray and damp. - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
