Could I suggest that many lace makers are problem solvers. This would include mathematicians, and many scientists. I love puzzles of any kind but especially logic problems, and when I am making lace, I can see a problem-solving element in the process, even in a simple piece of Torchon. I can also see a connection between this and design - where should I place this element of my design? - whether it is lace, any other textile, or something more solid which requires engineering skills as well.
But, as in every other field, not every lace maker is a mathematician or a puzzler, and not every mathematician or puzzler makes lace, though it might give them a head start if they wanted to learn. Kathleen In Berkshire, where it is too hot to make lace at the moment, but I hesitate to complain! - To unsubscribe send email to [email protected] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [email protected]. For help, write to [email protected]. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
