I think that Bruges lace is a very suitable lace for a beginner.
A simple tape lace pattern is much ore interesting than a 'bandage' to
learn cloth stitch and half stitch. A slightly more complex pattern can
bring in a double stitch edge and sewings. Depending on how the student
copes with that a simple Bruges flower can be introduced and hey presto,
she (or he) can have a pretty doiley or even tablecloth with limited
skills.
I usually find that when the student finds out that it is not a
difficult as she thought and sees what other people are doing she is
then willing to learn more skills such as in Torchon lace.
I say let her start with Bruges lace and be happy with her efforts. The
rest will come later.
Janis Savage in South Africa.
On 2014/04/24 05:29 PM, [email protected] wrote:
Since my friend is just starting out & was drawn to the Bruges laces, must she
start with Torchon? Should I encourage exploration? Sincerely, Susan Hottle, Palm
Beach Gardens, FL, USA
Janis Savage t/a The Lace Place [email protected]
www.thelaceplace.co.za Tel: 082 807 7858
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