Re: [lace] question for metallic thread jewellery
From a conservator's point of view, glue is always a last resort because it causes long-term problems of discoloration and disintegration of many materials to which it is applied. Backing with dots of moleskin sounds like a solution. Think in terms of the size of a sequin, with one hole. Punch a hole with a sharp needle in the center of moleskin dot. Use a finer needle and cotton or silk thread to secure in place, sewing up from the outside edge into the center hole in about 3 equally-spaced stitches (as you would applique). This can be removed, and will not damage the original piece of metallic lace. Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center -- On 2013-10-11, at 10:17 AM, Bev Walker wrote: For bobbin lace jewellery of metallic thread that touches the skin (bracelet, necklace) I would welcome any tips to prevent or reduce scratching on the skin. - 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/
[lace] Lace Curator
Thank you, Elizabeth, for the fascinating article on your Brussels visit. I get the digest, so am a bit behind with the news! You write such an interesting article, and with wonderful photos it was a joy to read. I love the Crochet lappets, too. Thank you for sharing with us. Articles like this are the only way some of us get to see these laces, so they are greatly appreciated. As to the cutwork Alencon - well! What a way to make lace!! Did they work the fillings and ground while the fabric was still in the one piece, or cut it away and then do the rest of the work, I wonder? Gosh! My mind boggles!!! Regards from Liz in Melbourne, Oz. - 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/
[lace] Fabric Of Britain S01E03 Embroidery
I just heard on an embroidery site that this BBC Four video is currently on YouTube â probably illicit, so watch it soon if you donât live in the UK! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5F0umZBbZk4 Sue suebabbs...@gmail.com - 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/
