Re: [lace] Plays about Lacemakers, found it
On 7/16/06, Bridget Marrow <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Does anyone know any more instances of lace in drama? and Bev answered There was a brief article IIRC in a European lace magazine about a modern play where, as the picture in the article showed, a female character stands at a lace pillow on stage. and I found it - in the Spanish magazine La Encajera, issue No. 9. It is also the play mentioned in another message to the list, from Australia - that is I think the message-writer is from Australia. And I think she mentioned the same play. (pathetic really, how 'I think' ~) The article about the play was written by Lia Baumeister, and the play is "Doña Rosita la soltera" by F. Garcia Lorca as performed by the Poncel Group Amsterdam (about 1999, going by other dates in the magazine). The original article seems to have gone through a few iterations before it was printed in the English supplement to the magazine - so I'll paraphrase it rather than quote it: "The objective of playwright Frederico Garcia Lorca when he wrote the play was to portray a hyprocritical provincial society. It is located in Granada, Spain; Albaicín to be exact. In a subtle way the play expresses the complex relation of Lorca with his birthplace. The aunt in the play is a 'lacemaker.' The actress did not know how to make bobbin but she did a very good job..." Lia had designed a rose in Schneeberger technique for the actress [presumably to have on the pillow during the play]. The name of the motif is, fittingly, Doña Rosita. The picture I remember having seen is indeed in this magazine. The Spanish-type pillow (cylindrical) has been rigged so that the actress stands at it to make lace and to deliver her lines. -- Bev in Sooke BC (on Vancouver Island, west coast of Canada) blogging lace at www.looonglace.blogspot.com - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: Convention - Money
> [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > One more thought on traveling to any foreign country, or even > across the USA. If you are using any credit or debit cards, be > sure to contact the customer support people at your financial > institution and tell them when and where you are traveling. If > you don't, you might not be able to use it at all. With increased > security for fraud, many institutions are getting very strict > about that. > > Clay Blackwell <[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > Eileen has made an EXCELLENT point!! Last year, a friend was unable to > use her card because she was suddenly miles away from home and the > card company suspected fraud. > Yeah, I just got the other end of this phenomenon. I got a call Sunday morning from some company asking if I'd just placed an order for a website hosting. Nope! They said the charge originated in Korea (which is apparently why they checked up on it). They'd received my card number, my name, and my expiration date with the order. They said they were cancelling the order and to call Discover and report it. I had to have my account closed and a new card is being sent. If you suddenly are making charges from another country, that's a red flag for the credit card companies. And if they call you, you're not home because you're in another country! Robin P. Los Angeles, California, USA (formerly Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Re: Convention - Money
Eileen has made an EXCELLENT point!! Last year, a friend was unable to use her card because she was suddenly miles away from home and the card company suspected fraud. Clay [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: One more thought on traveling to any foreign country, or even across the USA. If you are using any credit or debit cards, be sure to contact the customer support people at your financial institution and tell them when and where you are traveling. If you don't, you might not be able to use it at all. With increased security for fraud, many institutions are getting very strict about that. Eileen Collins Snohomish, WA Currently in Hiroshima, Japan - 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] Re: Convention - Money
One more thought on traveling to any foreign country, or even across the USA. If you are using any credit or debit cards, be sure to contact the customer support people at your financial institution and tell them when and where you are traveling. If you don't, you might not be able to use it at all. With increased security for fraud, many institutions are getting very strict about that. Eileen Collins Snohomish, WA Currently in Hiroshima, Japan - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [lace] Re: Arachne lunch at Montreal convention
If it isn't too late to organize something, me too! eeek, I'm not packed yet, but I do have piles all over the house - with a cat trying to be on top. Beth McCasland in the suburbs of New Orleans Where it's hot, muggy, with daily thunderstorms. > [Original Message] > From: Jean Leader <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: > Date: 7/18/2006 3:49:01 PM > Subject: [lace] Re: Arachne lunch at Montreal convention > > At 8:47 pm -0400 16/7/06, Janice Blair wrote: > > No-one contacted me about an Arachne meeting so maybe we should > >plan on eating lunch on Monday together in the hotel. > > Haven't seen any more about this - is it going to happen? I'm in favour. > Jean - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Christine Johnson ...Australia
Sorry to post this to the list BUT... some weeks ago I had a message from Christine and I replied. I wondered if she ever received it as she requested that I got in touch. I have replied again but have had no response. Is my mail getting through? Many thanks Anne Drew North Herts U.K. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: Arachne lunch at Montreal convention
At 8:47 pm -0400 16/7/06, Janice Blair wrote: No-one contacted me about an Arachne meeting so maybe we should plan on eating lunch on Monday together in the hotel. Haven't seen any more about this - is it going to happen? I'm in favour. Jean - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Bayeux Lace book - English translation
Hi, everyone I've just translated pages 9-14 (the introductory section explaining the basic techniques) of the Fouriscot/Salvador book on Bayeux lace into English for Delores - if anyone else who has the book would find an English tranlation useful, let me know (off-list) and I'll email you a copy. NB the translation is no use without the book as it doesn't have the diagrams, which are the most important part. Beth in a VERY hot Cheshire, England (over 30 degrees today, and the forecast for tomorrow is even hotter). - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Greek Connections for Lace & Embroidery - OIDFA
Dear Lacemakers, This morning I've been searching for Greek-American museums and other connections where it might be possible to order the new book on "Embroidery in Chios" that we were just told about. It is possible you have already seen the pictures of the OIDFA Congress in Greece, but if you missed the opportunity before - photos by 4 members of OIDFA can be seen at: http://www.oidfa.com/text/athens.htm Some of you may recognize yourselves! Nice to have a paper copy for the files - it came to 11 pages. When you've seen photos, perhaps you'll start putting away money each month toward OIDFA in 2008 in The Netherlands. Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Fw: [lace] My lace present
Annette and Silvia Thank you both for this, I haven't previously seen this lace and mistook the edging for croche.. I do understand what you are saying about the edging being needle not crochet. It is a very pretty piece and yes I do feel like a very lucky Mum Enjoyed looking at the site Silvia, thank you for sending it in and language didn't matter. It feels good to see the many styles of lace made around the world. Sorry its taken so long to reply but at present preparing for an 11 day living history camp. Lace is packed:-) Sue T, Dorset UK If you like to see some Lefkara's Lace pictures, you can go at this address: http://www.fioretombolo.net/lefkaracipro.htm Sorry, the site is all in italian language! Silvia, from Italy Sue, and all, If it is hand made Lefkara, it will have a needle lace edging, not crochet. Have another look. The typical Lefkara edge is a squared off shape with little picots on the very edge. Quite distinctive. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] IOLI - pillows and meeting
Since I am driving to Montreal with friends, I could bring a few (3) pink styrofoam pillows with me for others to use. They are not fancy but they are large and octogonal. Let me know if this could be of help. Also, the Ottawa Lacemakers Guild has a display table in the vendors room. I will be sitting at it during part of the week. We, arachneans, could meet there at some point. I am giving the talk on Monday night during the evening event, maybe we could meet after? Or we could meet on Sunday afternoon when the Sales room in open. I'll be at the table. Oooh, I am so looking forward to this! Lucie DuFresne Ottawa Canada - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] My lace present
- Original Message - From: "Annette Meldrum" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'Sue'" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "'Arachne'" Sent: Monday, July 17, 2006 11:31 PM Subject: RE: [lace] My lace present If you like to see some Lefkara's Lace pictures, you can go at this address: http://www.fioretombolo.net/lefkaracipro.htm Sorry, the site is all in italian language! Silvia, from Italy Sue, and all, If it is hand made Lefkara, it will have a needle lace edging, not crochet. Have another look. The typical Lefkara edge is a squared off shape with little picots on the very edge. Quite distinctive. You are a lucky Mum. I love this technique and we saw a beautiful tablecloth being made at one of the OIDFA exhibitions in Athens. Annette in cold and windy Wollongong - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Jean Leader books
At 6:38 am -0400 16/7/06, Jean Nathan wrote: Jean, just been browsing Amazon and came across: Thistle, Rose, Daffodil, Shamrock and a Fuchsia: Five Motifs Using Bedfordshire Lace Techniques (Paperback) by you published June 2006. I've got your bookmarks book and the Bucks point from the Lace Guild, but are you being modest about a new one? If so can we get it from you? It was news to me that the book was on Amazon - must be because I've now invested in an ISBN for it. It's the same book as that mentioned a couple of months ago on the list but I've now had it printed (rather than photocopied). It is available from me price £6 plus postage (currently 49p in the UK but this could well change come 21st August). Jean in sunny Glasgow (I've been sitting in the garden making lace) - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Convention, Money
Hello All I don't think that you need to worry too much about currency. We Canadians are very accustomed to dealing with international guests, and especially those from south of the border. Most places will accept U.S. dollars cash. The merchant "converts" it into Canadian dollars and provides change in Canadian dollars. You may not get as good an exchange rate as from the bank. Canadian banks will also gladly covert U.S. dollars into Canadian dollars and their exchange rate is usually pretty good. Most merchants are small and do not accept credit cards, but I am certain that they will be happy to accept U.S. dollars and then convert to Canadian dollars. We must, by law, provide change in Canadian dollars as that is the legal tender in Canada. Trillium Bobbin Lace accepts Visa and MasterCard as well as debit cards. I don't, however, know if my machine accepts debit cards from banks outside of Canada. I will verify before the conference. As others have suggested, it is best to shop around as exchange rates can vary. To find the official exchange rate go to the Bank of Canada. http://www.bankofcanada.ca/en/rates/exchform.html This is the official central bank rate, you will pay a little more than this, but it will give you an idea. I hope that this helps. Canadian dollars are always appreciated, but not essential. I'm looking forward to meeting you in Montreal! Gail Young Trillium Bobbin Lace On Jul 17, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > Just a warning--some banks charge a hefty fee. Make sure you check the > exchange rate before going to the bank, so you can compare their rate > to the internet one. > > Another place to exchange is at the Auto Club (AAA). They don't do all > countries, but I got British pounds there, so they probably have > Canadian money, too. > > Robin P. > Los Angeles, California, USA > (formerly Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > - Original Message - > > > > If it is not going in your favor then you are best to go to > > someplace> > local to you to exchange it now. Many banks offer > > this for a fairly > > > > reasonable rate. Some even have a buy-back program where they will > > > > exchange back to US $ from the currency you purchased at no extra > > > > charge up to the amount you originally purchased. > > - > 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] Despina Koutsika
Dear Lacemakers, While visiting Chios on the post Congress tour, I also discovered that a further book has been published called Embroidery in Chios. It is a sequel to the first book, same publisher and of similar quality and size but with a focus on the lovely Greek embroidery. As with the lace, there is a wonderful variety of embroidery produced on the island. Furthermore: Greek Lace in the Victoria & Albert Museum has wonderful close up photographs of all the V and A Greek Lace which was loaned to the Benaki Museum for the OIDFA Congress. Regards Annette in Wollongong, NSW, Australia [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: For all those who met Despina in Greece, and those who have fallen in love with Greek lace through the years, following is an exerpt of information I sent to Arachne August 7, 2004. It will give you a chance to search for the books if they are of interest - before they become almost impossible to obtain. - Dear Lacemakers, ..Despina Koutsika is connected to both books below. She is organizaing the OIDFA Athens Congress 2006! 1. "Greek Lace in the Victoria & Albert Museum" by Lila de Chaves with an introduction by Despina Koutsika. Published by Indiktos Publications of Athens/V&A, 2,000 copies in 1st edition, 1999, ISBN 960-518-052-9. 2. "Lace in Chios" by Despina Foros-Koutsikas, published by The Friends of the Villages of Chios, Cheyden 3, Athens 104 34. Book is in Greek and English. - 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]
