I thought the same at first. Then I realized that all this “rare technique dating back” and “in danger of disappearing” talk is just the author, punching up her story. She has seen the workrooms and all the young people making this lace; and knows these phrases aren’t exactly true, but that those are the exotic details InStyle and its readers want. I'm glad they showed the work being done, and I would not be surprised if lots of people took up lacemaking based on the article.
I thought right away about making similar flowers and decorating a top or something! I did see a butterfly in one of the photos, too. I’m not that fond of the flowers seen in the article, but there are lots of other possibilities. I have to thank the article (and Sue, for bringing it to our attention) for reminding me of what can be done with fairly simple patterns. Adele West Vancouver, BC (west coast of Canada) > On Jul 26, 2020, at 7:59 AM, lynrbai...@supernet.com wrote: > > Dear all, > I saw this article, too, and wondered at the "Rare Technique Dating Back.." > This person doesn't know about us. I thought it both funny and sad. I > wonder if we could copy the lace, the butterflies especially diddn't look > that difficult, and make our own Dior knock-offs. I tried the url below, and > Apple News was not friendly. I think the original article is worth a read, > not for really new information, but to understand the ignorance in the > general public, or even in the fashion world. Although in Europe lace is > used by couture designers. > > Lyn in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, USA, - 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/
