[lace] Winder adaptor
I need a wooden adapter for lace bobbins which can be attached to the Swedish weaving bobbin winder - anyone know where to buy them? Thanks, Alison Addicks Rice, WA - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] RE: ufo's - Acid burn? and welcome to Jenny
Liz in London (as opposed to Liz in Melbourne :-) ): I know what you mean about gathering up the scarf and tying it. This works with a decent sized square table cloth around larger pillows too. (kind of hard to do with circular or rectangular cloths). I have a pillow that has no bag, so when it has to be moved, I use a large square cloth and tie the opposite corners together. Works well, and has a 'handle' for carrying. And to Jenny, the Newbie from Kunanurra - welcome! I see you've had some very sound advice offered, so I won't offer any more, except to say start simple and work up - and even though it's boring and laborious at first, it is actually good to trace, prick, and draw the lines out on your prickings. I think it helps to learn all of the basics of lacemaking - not just the stiches and other techniques (sewings, starts and finishes, etc). Pricking patterns from scratch is a way to get an understanding and appreciation of the other parts of lacemaking, and there will be times where you will find it helps you sort out a pattern, or true it up. There is also a place for the quick and dirty - photocopy, cut it out, stick it on card and cover with contact. Accurate pricking will help you achieve accurate lace - more so important with the laces with very geometric grounds, like torchon, and bucks point. Most of all, have fun, and enjoy the new challenges and friends awaiting you. Cheers, Helen, Aussie in springy Denver. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Swiss "stamp" raffle results
Gentle Spiders, Today must be the day for raffle results - first Clay, now me :) I wish I had 32 of the embroidered stamps to give away; every time I do a raffle, I swear it's the last time, because there are always more people disappointed, than there are happy ones... Anyway. The 32 names were duly transcribed, and the pencil stabbed blindly, through JANE BAWN's name. Congratulations Jane, sorry everyone else, and thank you for participating. Jane, I'll need your s-mail address. T, who's filled her IOLI/Denver Convention application and mailed it off today, even though I had to get the DH to drive me to PO (I'm not putting a high-powered check in my outdoors mailbox, where anyone can pick it up), because my car is still snowed under. -- Tamara P Duvallhttp://t-n-lace.net/ Lexington, Virginia, USA (Formerly of Warsaw, Poland) - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Clay Cross, Derbyshire, Lace Day
Hello all, Just to let you know that the Lace and Textile Day is this Saturday at Clay Cross Adult Education Centre, Derbyshire. It opens at 10.00 am and has a talk during the morning, loads of suppliers of threads, patterns, books, bobbins, etc etc. There are two taster sessins in the afternoon but I believe that these are really full so if you are interested then it would be best to telephone the Centre to book a place. For those who haven't been before, there is a lovely coffee lounge and there are also demonstrations, raffle and a chance to meet up with old friends from various classes around the country - lots of folks do travel about I know. Well, I'll be there as I've a few projects to purchase the threads and I'm always on the lookout for something new in the patterns on offer. Hope some might be able to visit and if you do please come and say "Hi" as I shall be in the top hall in the afternoon with some of the lace which has been made by folks from our lace making classes. Regards to all, Babs (Chesterfield) - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Danish Flower Thread
I just checked the web and Thumbelina still carries Danish flower thread. This is a store in Solvang, California, originally settled by Danes and a tourist spot. The URL is http://www.thumbelina.com/index.html Note that the Danish Handcraft Guild (real) Danish flower thread has a different numbering system from the DMC flower thread. Thumbelina has a color card available for USD 10. Usual disclaimers, Robin P. Los Angeles, California, USA (formerly Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Barbara Joyce <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > The only shop I know of that sells it is Threadneedle Street, in > Issaquah,WA (a short 20-minute ride from my home!). - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re pricking card
If you use plastic film to cover your prickings try to get hold of the non reflective kind its easier on the eye when you are looking at it for long periods. If you can't get the non-reflective type just rub the other one over with a metal scouring pad, it dull it sufficiently. Shirley in Corio,Oz. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Montupet raffle winner....
As promised, DH pulled the winning name from the 53 entries in the raffle for Jeanine Montupet's "The Lacemaker". And the winner is. Pamela Thompson. Pamela, if you will contact me privately with your mailing address, I will get the book off to you! Clay Clay Blackwell [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Norfolk Lace Day
Hi Sue Glad to hear that your arm is now better and you are back to your lacemaking. Like you I'm looking forward to the lace day in Norwich on Saturday, I shall be taking along the old bobbins that I was recently given for Carol Morris to have a look at, her comments will be of great interest. there are about 12 of us from my classes going but it's always nice to see friends that you only get to see at the lace days. See you there. Nicky Suffolk UK (we won't forget our passports) Also looking forward to Norfolk Lacemakers Laceday on Saturday hope to see all my lace friends there. Sue M Harvey Norfolk UK Now happily lacing again now my arm is better. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Danish Flower Thread
In a message dated 3/1/05 7:03:27 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Reading about DMC's new linen thread reminds me that they seem to have > given > up supplying Danish Flower Thread. Does anyone know of another stockist? > It seems to be almost unobtainable in the UK now. > > Bridget, in Watford, England > > Dear Bridget, Firstly, if you do a search for "Danish Flower Thread, England" on your computer, you will receive some listings. Since you are in England, I went to my magazines from your country - for advertising information. In "Stitch", which is published by The Embroiderers' Guild of your country, I found a display ad for the following: Wye Needlecraft, Ltd. www.wye.co.uk or e-mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Under their thread listings was "Danish Flower Thread". When I clicked on it - it went to a rejection page of a business that appeared to be in Denmark, where (presumably) Wye goes to import the thread to your country. So, have a look to see what I mean, then you could write to their e-mail address for more info as to where you can see prices, colors, etc. Incidentally, the ad implies they have lacemaking supplies! In future, I should think anyone could go to a shop that sells magazines and look at the display ads in needlework publications - for leads to in-country suppliers. Other options for linen embroidery threads would be to do a search to find a web site or e-mail address for The Embroiderers' Guild-England or the Royal School of Needlework. Either should be able to refer you to an appropriate supplier, simply based on the large number of ads in their publications. Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace & Embroidery Resource Center - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [lace] Pricking card (was Hello from a newbie)
Hello Jenny and welcome I think you have discovered by now there is a wealth of very experienced lacemakers here to help you. They truly are amazing in the collective knowledge they have so don't be afraid to to ask questions. I only have one point to add > > Pricking card If you use plastic film to cover your prickings try to get hold of the non reflective kind its easier on the eye when you are looking at it for long periods. Personally I didn't use plastic film for a long time, I pricked straight on to the card from my paper pattern and then just used the card, after all if you are only going to use the pattern for a short period and then never again it is pointless going to all that trouble. It is usually only of benefit if you intend using the pattern again and again because you like it so much or because you are using it to make yards of lace or possibly because there is a lot of detail on the paper pattern that you want to retain for working with, although we transferred the cloth trail in pencil on to the card and then went over it with a permanent ink pen, doing this helps to concentrate the mind on the direction of the cloth trail and you make less mistakes that way (well that's the theory) :-) Hope this helps and doesn't confuse you even more. Best regards Jane Bawn Portchester UK Robin wrote: > Yes. Or you can start by using cardstock, such as manila > folders. I recommend you also get some transparent sticky film, > such as Contact paper or Formex. Then you don't absolutely need > cards, just sandwich the paper pattern between two layers of > film. Or one layer of film over the paper pattern and cardstock > underneath it. > > - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] RE: AGM week in Perth
Gidday Jenny and all, Christine said:
Re: [lace] Danish Flower Thread
It is my understanding that the original Danish Flower Thread was produced by the Danish Handcraft Guild. They didn't copyright the name "Danish Flower Thread," and so other companies (DMC) started producing a similar product by the same name. The original thread is still available, in many colors. The only shop I know of that sells it is Threadneedle Street, in Issaquah, WA (a short 20-minute ride from my home!). This shop is primarily geared to needlework, but the owner, Denise Davis, has a plethora of fibers, and it is a delight to visit there. Happily, Denise ships all over the world. Here's the web site and how to find this thread: Click on "threads" Then, along the left side, click on "Flower Thread, Danish" Enjoy! Barbara Joyce Snoqualmie, WA USA > Reading about DMC's new linen thread reminds me that they seem to have given > up supplying Danish Flower Thread. Does anyone know of another stockist? > It seems to be almost unobtainable in the UK now. > > Bridget, in Watford, England > > - > To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: > unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to > [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] visit to the Netherlands
Hello Shirley It is a pitty you are just a week too early. 16-20 March Breda has a Textile festival, including a lace workshop with Ulrike Löhr! Consider a trip to Brugge, might be one or two hours by train. Brussels is even closer: Museum voor het Kostuum en de Kant Violetstraat 12 (new entrance), Brussels (Belgium) mo-vr 10-12.30 and 13.30-17 (wedn closed) en sa-sun 14-17 http://www.brucity.be/ Verfijnde Kunstnijverheid - lace in the 19e and 20e century Jubelpark 10, Brussels tue-vr 9.30-17 uur sa-sun 10-17 uur http://www.kmkg-mrah.be/ Jo Falkink - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Spring Fling Workshop in MI
There are still some available seats in our classes at Spring Fling. Dates are April April 8 - 10th. For list of classes check the website at www.gllgi.org click on upcoming events and Spring Fling. or contact the registrar at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Barb B in MI - Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Easier than ever with enhanced search. Learn more. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [lace] Danish Flower Thread
Dear Bridget, This may not be of a help to you as I'm in the US, but the shop I work in one day a week (The World in Stitches) has Danish Flower Thread in a limited palate and a limited quantity. Email [EMAIL PROTECTED] to find what colors and how much we have. I was a very pleased customer at TWIS for many years and have just recently begun working one day a week. I hope this doesn't offend our anti-commercial Arachnes. Please let me know if it does. Lace in Peace, Laurie -- Laurie J Hughes - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Danish Flower Thread
I'm afraid they discontinued flower thread several years ago. In the UK at any rate. Claire Kent,UK On 1 Mar 2005, at 12:01 pm, Bridget Marrow wrote: Reading about DMC's new linen thread reminds me that they seem to have given up supplying Danish Flower Thread. Does anyone know of another stockist? It seems to be almost unobtainable in the UK now. Bridget, in Watford, England - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Hello to a newbie in Oz
Hi to all fellow spiders, Ref "pricking card discussion" when I first started to make lace we were told that if you could not afford (or get hold of) proper pricking card, to use any firm card covered with sticky plastic covering and if you could only find the shiny type use a plastic pan scrub (the kind with sponge backing) and rub off all the shine from the plastic, this stops the shine distorting the pattern. I used this several times when necessary and found no trouble with sewings. Also looking forward to Norfolk Lacemakers Laceday on Saturday hope to see all my lace friends there. Sue M Harvey Norfolk UK Now happily lacing again now my arm is better. - Original Message - From: "Jenny Barron" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, February 28, 2005 12:31 PM Subject: Re: [lace] Hello to a newbie in Oz > > > >> Pricking card > > > >Tamara said > >Any gift-box, dis-assembled and covered with transparent, coloured, > >plastic film will do just fine > > > Jane said > I teach my students to use proper pricking card (glazed > manila) and a waterproof pen. > > I must admit to coming back to proper pricking card. The photocopying of and then covering a pricking with film is very easy to do but I really come unstuck when doing sewings. I use a lazy susan, it might be different with a crochet hook, and almost always end up with the business end stuck in the pin hole and making a mess. Pricking card being so much sturdier makes sewings a lot "cleaner" and easier. This is more important for sectional laces with a lot of sewings. > > jenny barron > > Scotland > > - > To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: > unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Danish Flower Thread
Reading about DMC's new linen thread reminds me that they seem to have given up supplying Danish Flower Thread. Does anyone know of another stockist? It seems to be almost unobtainable in the UK now. Bridget, in Watford, England - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] DMC linen floss
Good to see that DMC are reviving an old idea. I have some (very) old skeins of linen floss that I bought years ago from someone who was having a turnout. They are labelled Knox's Linen Floss - size 3. And yes, I have used them for lace, usually as gimps with a more conventional linen thread. As you would expect with floss, they are quite lightly twisted. You do need to take extra care when winding onto a bobbin from a skein rather than a spool. I look forward to seeing the new DMC range. Bridget, in Watford, England, where it was snowy this morning but has all disappeared now. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Hello to a newbie in Oz
Hi Jenny, Welcome to Arachne, you've found like minded and *very* helpful people. We all wish you good luck in your lacemaking endeavours. At 04:16 PM 28-02-05 +1100, you wrote: >Trouble is, Tamara, as Jenny said in her message, she lives an 11- hour >drive from Darwin - there is nothing in between, and Darwin is the nearest >lace group!!! Aha, Ruth, but there is a group in Kununurra - I've just gotta go find the name. Shirley T. - Adelaide, South Australia where it was 39- ish today. -- Internal Virus Database is out-of-date. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 266.4.0 - Release Date: 22-Feb-05 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
