Re: [lace] Beginners book

2009-04-01 Thread Norma Harris
I purchased my copy of Rosemary Sheperd's book Introduction to Bobbin Lacemaking from Lacis in CA.  Just google for the addy. Norma (Salem, VA/USA) http://normasneedlez.blogspot.com http://sistersstitching.blogspot.com NATA #847 Enjoy a better web experience. Upgrade to the new

Re: [lace] describe BL

2009-04-01 Thread Roberta S Donnelly
I totally agree! bobbi On Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:33:00 -0400 Clay Blackwell clayblackw...@comcast.net writes: Now THAT is the best I've seen so far - my own personal reaction, of course! Clay Margery Allcock wrote: Coming late to the party, as usual G: Bobbin Lace - the process is

[lace] Spanish lace

2009-04-01 Thread KeithPinckney
I am new to this list and have a question.  My name is Mari Carmen and I live in Minnesota (the Twin Cities). I am interested in bobbin lace, especially interested in learning more about traditional Spanish lace.  I'm looking for any recommended books, classes, instructions, etc.  I've been

Re: [lace] Spanish lace

2009-04-01 Thread Beth Marshall
!Hola, Mari Carmen! Bienvenida en la lista email Arachne (Welcome to the Arachne email list) A mi tambien me gustaria ver libros sobre el encaje tradicional de Espana ( Itoo would like to see books about Spanish traditional lace) Y a mi tambien me encanto los folletos de Galicia (I loved the

[lace] Re: beginner book (was describe BL)

2009-04-01 Thread Beth Marshall
Hello Alice I'll second Anita's recommendation - the newbie in our lace glass got the Dye/Thunder Beginner's Guide... for Christmas after the end of her first term and reappeared for the first class in January with one bookmark from it finished and the next one started (there are people in the

Re: [lace] Re: beginner book (was describe BL)

2009-04-01 Thread Ruth Rocker
I am very happy to hear this review. I recently purchased this book. I learned the basic stitches some time back, but life keeps getting in the way of getting to actually make any lace and it seems like I'm continually starting over. I intend to start (again) using this book this time. Keep

Re: [lace] raffle now Luton museum

2009-04-01 Thread Sue
Debbie wrote This is so kind of you! You don't need to add my name to your raffle, but do tell us more about your trip to the museum!! As I said in my original email because I was on my way to visit a very sick aunt whose care home is close to the museum, we called in very briefly for me to buy

[lace] lutac

2009-04-01 Thread Francis Busschaert
hallo, does any one know were lutac lace originates? and when? and can anyone show me a website were i can find new inspirational lutac works kind regards an extremly sunny day - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For

Re: [lace] Re: beginner book (was describe BL)

2009-04-01 Thread bev walker
Good one :) On Wed, Apr 1, 2009 at 7:57 AM, Ruth Rocker roxw...@krafters.net wrote: . Keep your fingers crossed for me (or twisted, as the case may be :D) -- Bev in Shirley BC, near Sooke on beautiful Vancouver Island, west coast of Canada - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com

Re: [lace] Re: beginner book (was describe BL)

2009-04-01 Thread Carol
Hi Beth et al, With reference to those who, after several terms (years?) of classes in Lace-Making cannot start or finish their lace, I was told that my approach to teaching Bobbin Lace-Making was entirely wrong, in that I did actually teach people to start their lace, and to complete it.

Re: [lace] lutac

2009-04-01 Thread bev walker
Hello Francis and everyone This is an artistic type of lace devised and named from the originating lacemaker, Lucienne Tack since 1987. Chiefly, she wanted to show relief elements in her designs. There is a book, illustrated at Theo's old web site: http://www.theobrejaart.nl/92187010.html You

Re: [lace] lutac

2009-04-01 Thread Sue Babbs
Lutac lace orientated with LUcienne TACk. According to the book Lutac Relief, she learnt lace in Brussels and then developed her ideas at Bruges. As she was winning prizes with the lace in 1990 and 1993, it is obviously a new lace. Sue Babbs - Original Message - From: Francis

Re: [lace] Re: beginner book (was describe BL)

2009-04-01 Thread Beth Marshall
In my particular teacher's case I've always thought it was just down to being rather haphazard in her lesson planning (or possibly lack of planning?), but maybe she's being craftier than we realised... Beth On Wednesday 01 April 2009, Carol wrote: Hi Beth et al, With reference to those who,

[lace] RE: [lace-chat] raffles - explanation

2009-04-01 Thread Sue
Sorry about sending my name for the raffle to list, I must have hit the reply to all instead of reply. Sue M Harvey Norfolk UK - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachnemodera...@yahoo.com

[lace] Starts and Finishes

2009-04-01 Thread Daphne Martin
Hello Carol and All I`ve had my group for 8 years and I have also taught my ladies how to start and finish. Now the group is 8 years old and I still have the same ladies. Am I right or wrong??? Just a quick note about my laceday here in Norwich on the 18th of April. If anyone

[lace] Starting and finishing

2009-04-01 Thread Alex Stillwell
Dear Beth I thoroughly agree with you. Anyone learning lace must be taught how to start and finish, they are essential parts of the process of making lace. I usually get my students to think about starting and what to look for when they approach a new piece, and make sure they are well aware that

Re: [lace] RE:beginners book

2009-04-01 Thread joanne scowcroft
If Rosemary doesn't take credit card or paypal, you could ask me. Best wishes, Joanne Ph: 02 4975 5201 e-mail: joa...@joscolace.com.au website: www.joscolace.com.au - Original Message - From: Barbara Ballantyne bjballant...@ozemail.com.au To: Helen Bell he...@access-experts.com;

[lace] Starting and finishing

2009-04-01 Thread Alex Stillwell
Sorry, I should have addressed my answer to Carol, but you are probably both enjoying it. Alex - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachnemodera...@yahoo.com

[lace] Lace teachers

2009-04-01 Thread Elizabeth Ligeti
I did one small 9 pin edge with my Grandmother when I was about 19,in England, then did not make any lace till I was about 40/41and living here in Oz.. I managed to find a course of 8 lessons somewhere nearby, and joined the group of 5 or 6 with the teacher. However, she went around the table

RE: [lace] Lace teachers

2009-04-01 Thread Susie Rose
Hello to One and All! 4 years on torchon! I teach an 8 week course on torchon! Then we get together again and I show them other types of bobbin lace. IF they feel ready to go onto something new. Or if they feel they need some extra classes, or another variety of bobbin lace, then we will do

[lace] Re: beginner book (was describe BL)

2009-04-01 Thread robinlace
The beginner teaching book we have used for many years in this area (Torchon Lace Workbook) is no longer available at a decent price from any source. I need a new (easily available) beginner book for new students so they can have a reference on hand.- I'm rather impressed with a new

Re: [lace] Describe bobbin lace

2009-04-01 Thread robinlace
dmt11h...@aol.com wrote: A question I have come to contemplate, though, is whether making bobbin lace sound simple actually attracts the right people into the class. Are you more likely to get people who are thinking it will be like a class at a craft store, where at the end, they take