Re: [lace] Bobbins holder?

2018-06-07 Thread Jocelyn Froese
Hi Helen and everyone, That looks like a stand that would work. An easy way to keep count of the pairs wound as well. They also have half day workshops for woodturning using a lathe. It may be a start for anyone interested in exploring the techniques used to create bobbins. On my someday list.

[lace] Bobbins holder?

2018-06-07 Thread Helen Clarke
This seems ideal for those who travel and like to have their pairs of bobbins hanging ready. http://www.leevalley.com/en/garden/page.aspx?p=76776=52=1 Regards, Helen on the west coast of mainland Canada. - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe

[lace] New post: The Country Wife Mural 5. bobbin lacemaking,, tatting, knitting, etc.

2018-06-07 Thread Jeri Ames
Around the table are women knitting, tatting, making gloves, sewing, etc.  A blouse on the table was made by Mary Quant, famous fashion designer years after the mural was made.  It is this post that includes the bobbin lace maker.   If you cannot resist the urge (smile!), have the time