Hi Arachnids I have had many emails thanking me for making the case for traditional lace and thanking me for my stand, but all seem reluctant to stick their heads above the parapet. I think this a very sad state for lace to be in. It is time for those of us who enjoy making and designing lace in the traditional manner to stand up and say we should also have recognition for our art and craft, and traditional lacemakers usually have a greater understanding of the craft. If you go to any Lace Day the number of traditional lacemakers far outweighs the number of modernists. I am currently running three classes and have only two interested in designing. So why the emphasis on modern lace? Perhaps it is because it is fashionable in art and craft circles.
Come on traditional lacemakers, let us hear from you. Alex - 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/
