[lace] Chinoiserie - definition for Brian in Australia

2019-12-31 Thread Jeri Ames
liment rare original Chinese furniture and they illustrate interior design choices. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center In a message dated 12/29/2019 10:04:08 PM Eastern Standard Time, brid...@bigpond.com writes: Dear Arachne friends,  I have posted a bobbin on Flickr pho

Re: [lace] Searching for lace events

2019-11-01 Thread Jeri Ames
responded to inquiries such as yours.  If any think they will travel in the next few years, this is something to print and put in the loose-leaf binder I recommended Arachne members set up for individual research. In recovery from major surgery since August 2019, Jeri Ames in Maine USALace

Re: [lace] Santina Levey (and Janet Arnold)

2019-08-06 Thread Jeri Ames
costuming organizations.  Perhaps someone in a guild you belong to has publications you can read. Google search:  Santina Levey Books by Jeri Ames. You will find a useful page I wrote for the New England Lace Group's newsletter. The NELG made this available to the world, with my permission. Print and sa

Re: [lace] Lady Carnarvon’s coronation gown

2019-08-02 Thread Jeri Ames
mething about lace care.  For the Lacemakers of Maine, I prepared a simple "Care of Lace" list to give to viewers who seem interested.  Perhaps your local lace guild should have one to publish in a newsletter? Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center - To unsubscribe

Re: [lace] Travel advice - lace related

2019-07-10 Thread Jeri Ames
for Mondays, just in case museums where you will be are all closed.   Have a wonderful time researching, and then enjoying your travels. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource CenterIn a message dated 7/10/2019 12:58:48 PM Eastern Standard Time, lacel...@frontier.com writes: I am planning

Re: [lace] Archie’s christening gown

2019-07-08 Thread Jeri Ames
, the book - Royal Honiton Lace - by Elsie Luxton and Yusai Fukuyama has interesting history.  Published in 1988 by Batsford, ISBN 0-7134-5764-3. And, of course, searching the subject will turn up lots of illustrated sites for all to enjoy. Jeri Ames in Maine USA In a message dated 7/8/2019 10:55:39

Re: [lace] History of lassen

2019-06-25 Thread Jeri Ames
published by thread companies that give instructions for sewing clothing and fancy accessories may have instructions. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center  In a message dated 6/25/2019 9:17:06 AM Eastern Standard Time, malva...@sympatico.ca writes: Although Lassen by that name

Re: [lace] Blonde in the 18th century

2019-05-07 Thread Jeri Ames
Dear Devon, I realize that all those with Gmail will not receive this, but this is the best way for me to reply. Do you still have a lace contact at The Hispanic Society of America, in New York City?  Perhaps they will be the best resource for you.  And, have you taken a look at the vintage lace

Re: [lace] Valenciennes by Whiting, was: Point Ground Lace

2019-03-11 Thread Jeri Ames
users who would like to be on my list to receive bcc's, please write to me. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource  Center-In a message dated 3/10/2019 3:25:41 PM Eastern Standard Time, yhgr@xs4all.nl writes: Hello all

[lace] A Rembrandt discovered due to the lace, Christian IV's laces of same period

2019-03-05 Thread Jeri Ames
with the article in your files or enclose in referenced books. As usual, I've sent bcc's to my private list of gmail users.  If someone will comment on this memo, then the vast majority using gmail will know to look at http://www.mail-archive.com/lace@arachne.com/index.html to find it. Jeri Ames in Maine

[lace] Ojo de Dios - Eye of God is not a Lace

2019-02-22 Thread Jeri Ames
se smaller, remembering the increments of 4 canvas threads.  Suggest working out on graph paper.   Unusual gift when Indian history is included.  Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center  - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscr

[lace] Kopek/Whirlpool filling finished result photo & related pricking

2019-02-22 Thread Jeri Ames
later.  Simple.  We were originally focused on the line drawing in the Technical Assistance chapter, page 21.  Sorry.  My brain is dying. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y

[lace] Russian Lace Experts Please Help Us: Kopek/Whirlpool filling stitch

2019-02-22 Thread Jeri Ames
needle to make the Whirlpool Filling effect than trying to manipulate 2 bobbins over and under thread spokes. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center In a message dated 2/21/2019 6:19:19 PM Eastern Standard Time, clareandver...@gmail.com writes: I'm a bit confused by your email Jeri

[lace] CORRECTION: Kopek/Whirlpool filling is a Woven Spider's Web

2019-02-21 Thread Jeri Ames
to spider (and the Greek Goddess of that name).  All reading Lace@arachne should know about woven and whipped spider's webs because of this ancient history connected to our name. Jeri Ames in MaineLace and Embroidery Resource Center In a message dated 2/21/2019 9:31:01 AM Eastern Standard Time

[lace] Subject Line Editing;/Lacemaking Time Management/Bad Lacemaking Habits

2019-01-28 Thread Jeri Ames
line when you veer off-topic.  Today, even the hours you spend on lace are usually going to the wrong permanent file. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource CenterIn a message dated 1/27/2019 3:23:54 PM Eastern Standard Time, hottl

Re: [lace] strips of drochel net, applique

2019-01-19 Thread Jeri Ames
afford laces that were made on a grand scale.  They would not tolerate lace copies being made for the use of others. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center---In a message dated 1/19/2019 1:03:13 PM Eastern Standard Time, devonth...@gmail.com

Re: [lace] Making leaves on a bolster pillow - Thank you!

2018-12-30 Thread Jeri Ames
subscribers to lace@arachne.  Many thanks to all who have helped us learn more about lace in 2018. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center In a message dated 12/30/2018 10:18:50 AM Eastern Standard Time, dagmar.bec...@gmail.com writes: Good morning Ruth, I did a tutorial in video

Re: [lace] Armenian Lacemakers?

2018-12-12 Thread Jeri Ames
for Armistice Day ( celebrated as the end of WWI). Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center In a message dated 12/11/2018 3:45:28 PM Eastern Standard Time, enkanagyl...@gmail.com writes; Today we had a visitor from California named Deborah Valoma who isinterested in meeting other

[lace] Carrickmacross Conservation

2018-12-08 Thread Jeri Ames
be cleaned in the future. Manufacturers of threads are not considering how they will be used.  There are no industry standards. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center  In a message dated 12/8/2018 12:45:41 PM Eastern Standard Time, nancy.a.n...@gmail.com writes: Okay, I just created

[lace] Carrickmacross, Silk Mill, Buttons, Painting Yarn

2018-12-07 Thread Jeri Ames
luorescent, but then the textile became stiff. So, here you learn how professionals tackle problems as they "invent". There is a museum to visit at this location.) Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center  - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line

Re: [lace] Christmas and lace

2018-12-03 Thread Jeri Ames
deep red chariot. Though assembly was tricky, now it is ready for years to come. Merry! Happy! To all. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center In a message dated 12/2/2018 2:56:57 PM Eastern Standard Time, su...@enery8.plus.com writes: Well my husband has just announced

[lace] Newspaper Lace Publicity from Ontario Canada

2018-12-01 Thread Jeri Ames
-handmade-l ace-is-a-rare-delicate-craft/ Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center - 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

[lace] UNESCO Honors Slovenian Bobbin Lace Makers

2018-11-30 Thread Jeri Ames
with lacemaking.   They spoke several languages, including English. What more can we do to promote the reasons to make lace that will benefit healthy living and lift spirits? Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing

[lace] Book translation - Gekloppelte Reticella by Brigitte Bellon

2018-11-22 Thread Jeri Ames
@arachne.com/index.html Happy Thanksgiving to Americans reading this today, November 22nd. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center In a message dated 11/21/2018 5:18:13 PM Eastern Standard Time, lorri...@msn.com writes: I have a copy of Brigitte Bellon's Gekloppelte Reticella/Dentelle

[lace] Conservation of Cotton/Linen: Iron and Manganese Photo from Space

2018-11-19 Thread Jeri Ames
through the CBS Sunday morning interview of Kelly, 3 pictures after mention of a dry lake bed in Ethiopia. Search Subject I Used:  Astronaut Scott Kelly on Capturing an Earth without Borders - CBS News It is important none of you ever inadvertently damage your heirloom laces and embroideries. Jeri

[lace] Poppy Issue of Lace from The Lace Guild, England

2018-11-02 Thread Jeri Ames
information, some about lace, from this facility.  This English textile collection is second only to the Victoria & Albert: http://www.gawthorpetextiles.org.uk/ Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the

[lace] Fwd: Auction Policy in France Regarding Art Treasures

2018-11-02 Thread Jeri Ames
and Irish crochet, though to the untrained eye they may seem alike.  I want them to experience how a 200-yr.-old hanky edged in Valenciennes lace responds to being dropped in a flirtatious gesture.  There is always more to learn. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center

Re: [lace] Belgian war lace web site

2018-10-28 Thread Jeri Ames
If the address Lorelei sent does not work, it is because the address wrapped to a second line, dropping "tivity".  Please remember to add it.  Jeri In a message dated 10/27/2018 5:46:03 PM Eastern Standard Time, lhal...@bytemeusa.com writes: Try this link

[lace] Belgium in WWI: Flour Sacks and Lace

2018-10-27 Thread Jeri Ames
-lace-from-wwi If you know of anyone doing research on this subject, I have a large file about WWI Belgian lace in my library. Kim Davis, please share this info with Evelyn McMillan. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com

[lace] Santina Levey and Janet Arnold, Lace and Costume Experts, 4th try

2018-10-18 Thread Jeri Ames
eaded "fallforcostume DAY 11: Lace (sorry it's a bit late but we were busy making cakes yesterday!).  https://bit.ly/2PFmJAg   " Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y.

Re: [lace] Reports from this summers events - Jane Atkinson exhibit (long)

2018-10-10 Thread Jeri Ames
sue) - in 4 bulletins per year. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center---In a message dated 10/10/2018 7:44:20 AM Eastern Standard Time, janefr...@googlemail.com writes: Dear Jeri, I entirely agree with you, and its not just the Bru

[lace] World Lace Congress in Brugge Belgium

2018-10-08 Thread Jeri Ames
who were there. In a message dated 9/16/2018 3:58:37 PM Eastern Standard Time, jeria...@aol.com writes: This was definitely the most educational of all European Congresses I have attended in the past 20 years.need to leave something for others to write about. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace

[lace] Fwd: Lace and Embroidery in London Auction - October 8, 2018

2018-10-04 Thread Jeri Ames
to the pages in the catalog that feature laces and embroideries, starting on page 14: https://kerrytaylorauctions.com/catalog/?id=452=14 Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here

[lace] Securing knots in silk - conservation comments

2018-09-29 Thread Jeri Ames
nts to Liz are below, for those who did not receive yesterday's letter from me.  Sorry Avital, but I do not know if regular subscribers received yesterday's letter. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center--  In

Re: [lace] Book recommended

2018-09-28 Thread Jeri Ames
as a REAL book - by my definition?   Thankfully, this is a work of fiction.  If any of you want to have something of substance that you wrote available to read in a dozen years, consider paper and ink.  It will be copyright-protected for years to come. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroider

[lace] World Lace Congress of 2018 in Brugge, Belgium

2018-09-16 Thread Jeri Ames
s lace adventure. There will always be more to learn about lace. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center - 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: htt

[lace] Re: Catalog memo from Devon Thein - which was about Lace, not Lace

2018-09-15 Thread Jeri Ames
at 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Sunday November 4.  Registration required.  Phone: 908 + 735-8415 Suggestion:  Search each person's name associated with this exhibition.  To locate the right one, add ", Lace".   Examples:  Devon Thein, Lace or Manca Ahlin, Lace Jeri Ames in Mai

Re: [lace] Aurofil threads

2018-09-14 Thread Jeri Ames
"frame" made for your beautiful Gros Point needle lace?  It is unusual and very effective.  Are instructions in a book?  If so, please provide Author and Title. Jeri Ames in Maine USALace and Embroidery Resource Center  In a message dated 9/14/2018 12:05:40 AM Eastern Standard

[lace] Bart-Francis Thread Factory and Texture - Lace Exhibit - Kortrijk, Belgium

2018-07-30 Thread Jeri Ames
Arachnes who made arrangements early this year to meet with me in Bruges have already received this info.  Gmail and AOL do not usually interface.  Bcc's have been sent to gmail users who have asked to be on my private list.  There is not much more one can do to reach everyone associated in

[lace] Pine Tree Quilts Show in Maine this Weekend

2018-07-26 Thread Jeri Ames
north of Portland and 90 miles south of Bangor.  It is away from the crowded coastal area, and there are rarely traffic jams.  Admission  $10.   https://mainequilts.org/event/maine-quilts-2018-41st-quilt-show/    Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center   - To unsubscribe

[lace] August 17, 2018 Belgian Lace Congress and Tour - Bruges Journal

2018-07-23 Thread Jeri Ames
h.  This explains spellings of Bruges and Brugges above.)   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - 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.

Re: [lace] IOLI Handbook

2018-07-16 Thread Jeri Ames
u."   As Susie said, everyone is able to refuse to have their information in the printed Handbook.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center -- In a message dated 7/16/2018 12:34:15 PM Eastern Standard Time, cjohnson0...@c

Re: [lace] IOLI Bulletin - Staying organized

2018-07-11 Thread Jeri Ames
publications, given the labor necessary to implement and constantly update.  A storage system is the answer here.    Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center -- In a message dated 7/10/2018 9:39:44 PM Eastern Standard Time, jbl

Re: [lace] Interesting use of modern black lace - Conservation advice

2018-06-27 Thread Jeri Ames
ing a lace hankie, collar, scarf, etc. to storage.     Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center   In a message dated 6/26/2018 8:47:31 PM Eastern Standard Time, hottl...@neo.rr.com writes:   To see photos of entries in the Wa quilt show at Gajoen—take a look at queeniepatch.bl

Re: [lace] Happy International Lace Day

2018-06-25 Thread Jeri Ames
who could not be in two places at the same time.  That got resolved (permanently, we hope).   We have a universal Internet to use.  Agreeing on one International Lace Day per year is just one of several things that need attention in order to be "united-in-lace".   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and

[lace] Gawthorpe Hall featured in "Victorian Homes" American magazine

2018-06-19 Thread Jeri Ames
n be found - at www.gawthorpetextiles.org.uk/   Work your way backwards to the blog for March 29th, to see a famous lace panel "Battle of Britain". on exhibit this year.  If you wish to see items in the collection, including lace and whitework, click on Online Gallery at the top of the blog.   Jeri Am

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

2018-06-07 Thread Jeri Ames
John Gifford, London, 1970.  Jeri   Hello Jeri Ames, I have published new post on Stitching Idyllic website. The Country Wife Mural 5. The centre of the mural is very busy.  I imagine that it is a weekday afternoon and the ladies of the Women's Institute are gathered in the Church Hall where

Re: [lace] 2018 Arachne Motif Exchange - ideas

2018-06-05 Thread Jeri Ames
motifs?  My hanging collections do not have apparent means of support, because fine invisible sewing thread is used to suspend them.  This means they gently move when one walks by and creates a "breeze".   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center     - To un

[lace] Fwd: New post published The Country Wife Mural 4 on Stitching Idyllic website

2018-06-04 Thread Jeri Ames
  Jeri Hello Jeri Ames, I have published new post on Stitching Idyllic website. The Country Wife Mural 4 The central area of the Country Wife Mural appears to be inside a Church Hall judging by the shape of the windows.  It is well lit and the ladies of the Women's Institute are occupied

[lace] The Country Wife by Constance Howard, Comments 2 and 3

2018-06-01 Thread Jeri Ames
attired in easy-care tee shirts and pants - everywhere in the world. If you are a lacemaker, please add some feminizing lace.  This week I've been harvesting lace motifs from my stash of old damaged laces (saved  to repair other laces) - for just this purpose.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace

[lace] Book: Fashionable white-embroidered accessories 1840-1900

2018-05-30 Thread Jeri Ames
in these items being plentiful enough to be available today at reasonable prices. Nearly everyone can afford an antique or vintage white-embroidered accessory to which lace has been added.   Please wear lace! Start a lace discussion!   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center

[lace] Auction with Vintage/Celebrity/Royal Clothes, London

2018-05-30 Thread Jeri Ames
://kerrytaylorauctions.com/ Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - 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] Conservation of The Country Wife - England

2018-05-28 Thread Jeri Ames
/Constance-Howard.html   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - 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/

Re: [lace] Comprehensive list of lace books?

2018-05-26 Thread Jeri Ames
to be on my bcc list.  Apparently, they are not on "speaking terms" via the free Arachne server that we use (very old equipment/software).   Suggest you print this for future reference.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resou

Re: [lace] mangling lace

2018-05-25 Thread Jeri Ames
Dear Sharon, Dear Sharon, Dear Sharon,   It would be nice to hear what our current members have to say.  For additional information, there are 82 memos in the Arachne archives at: https://www.mail-archive.com/search?q=Mangling+lace=lace%40arachne.com    Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace

Re: [lace] The archetype of the lacemaker - books

2018-05-25 Thread Jeri Ames
ibed as a best-friend book.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - We went to a Lace Event since then and were shown samples in a book and other items from that time. http://www.barbara-fay.com/index.php/en/component/virtue

[lace] Aurelia Loveman's Lace Definition/Description (Long)

2018-05-24 Thread Jeri Ames
e was finally shouldered aside by the great textile machines, which could produce tolerable imitations of various types of lace - though never lace as "art". Real lace suffered sharp losses of design and markets. Fashions changed, and it went out of style; the phenomenon, if not the

Re: [lace] Wedding Veil (Conservation begins with makers)

2018-05-21 Thread Jeri Ames
results every time.   Seems minor. Is major. Especially now that technology has made it possible for photographs of our work to be greatly magnified.    Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center In a message dated 5/20/2018 8

Re: [lace] Beiderman and Kliot (Verify surname Bei? Bie?)

2018-05-18 Thread Jeri Ames
am located in Maine because of the amount of space needed for a library/studio, and lower real estate taxes. This location lacks cultural, social, and financial support for textile arts, explaining why I am a member of so many lace and embroidery guilds, plus Arachne.   Jeri Ames, 80 Lace

Re: [lace] The English Lace School- Susan Cox - Arachne archives

2018-05-15 Thread Jeri Ames
-archive.com/lace@arachne.com/index.html   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center --- In a message dated 5/15/2018 10:12:04 AM Eastern Standard Time, devonth...@gmail.com writes:   I keep running across The English Lace School and Susan Cox

Re: [lace] questions for you lace makers living in California in the 1980s

2018-05-15 Thread Jeri Ames
in California, because of an article in the Nov./Dec. 2017 PieceWork magazine? See: https://www.mail-archive.com/lace@arachne.com/msg51462.html    Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center In a message dated 5/15/2018 12:11:45 PM

[lace] Lace Reporting (Long)

2018-05-14 Thread Jeri Ames
one will stray away to focus (as many have) on motherhood, or because of changing family/career circumstances. An old adage is - Don't put all your eggs in one basket. Think. How fragile are eggs? How fragile is our hold on our lace heritage?   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource

Re: [lace] interesting article - Elena Kanagy-Loux, Lacemaker

2018-05-13 Thread Jeri Ames
  Don't know why, but I was unable to print for my permanent paper files.     Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - In a message dated 5/13/2018 2:39:38 AM Eastern Standard Time, jac...@southworth.me.uk writes:   http

Re: [lace] New Grounds - Requiring Starch

2018-05-10 Thread Jeri Ames
eld cleaners that contain de-icers in locations with Winter climates.   After inventions have occurred, innovations become possible.  Eventually, some are used by artists.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center   In a mess

[lace] Lace Demo at Yale Center for British Art, May 18, 2018

2018-05-09 Thread Jeri Ames
  To be relevant, news like the above needs to get to Arachne members in a timely manner.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center  - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com

[lace] Single space between sentences; avoid quotations/apostrophes

2018-05-09 Thread Jeri Ames
is communicate, is it not?   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - In a message dated 5/8/2018 5:07:42 PM Eastern Standard Time, m...@shaw.ca writes: I have the feeling this is being caused by the special character that Devon used

Re: [lace] Cantu, Carrickmacross, Chantilly, Cluny, Coggeshall, Coralline

2018-05-03 Thread Jeri Ames
and think of it as resembling white coral.)   And now I have a very important errand to run that involves cake and ice cream.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center   In a message dated 5/3/2018 12:25:28 PM Eastern Standard Time, sueharve...@btinternet.com writes:   Hi Jeri

[lace] Cantu, Carrickmacross, Chantilly, Cluny, Coggeshall, Coralline

2018-05-03 Thread Jeri Ames
  (If you do not know one of these laces, be curious - do a search!)     Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - 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

[lace] Happy Birthday to Lace Makers Celebrating April 28

2018-04-28 Thread Jeri Ames
: (THE GOOD NEWS IS YOU'RE NOT OVER THE HILL.  THE BAD NEWS IS YOU HAVE REACHED THE PEAK.)  Now, open the card:  A MESSAGE OF INFINITE WISDOM FROM THE DOILY LLAMA.  HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!    Please wear lace every day, and love your lace friends.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource

[lace] Re: What is best way to inventory lace books? New England Lace Group reply

2018-04-27 Thread Jeri Ames
Dear Jill,A public thank you for preparing a comprehensive response to my question about inventorying a lace book collection.  I am sure the contents will be helpful to many, or at least give them something to think about.  Jeri Ames in Maine USA   Lace and Embroidery Resource Center

[lace] Lace (magazine) - and use of magazines for research

2018-04-26 Thread Jeri Ames
are not compatible and if you send me your Gmail address, I will add it to my bcc list, so you can receive posts directly from me.  Please tell me a little about your lace connection when you write.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center Â

[lace] What is best way to inventory lace books?

2018-04-24 Thread Jeri Ames
per/ink.   Thanks for your assistance.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - 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

[lace] Magnifier information promised to Lace@arachne in March

2018-04-17 Thread Jeri Ames
manufactured overseas affecting the balance of payments problem between the U.S. and some nations.   Wash in warm soapy water and dry with a soft lens cloth.  No chemicals or abrasive cleaners.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - To unsubscribe send email to majord

[lace] My AOL message failed to get past Arachne's panix block this morning

2018-04-13 Thread Jeri Ames
existing files be kept intact ?   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - 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

[lace] Re: Lace Storage Methods in Victoria and Albert blog

2018-04-10 Thread Jeri Ames
.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center (I, Jeri, have tested the address provided below, and did not need the second line - s-and-rehousing - to view the site.)   In a message dated 4/9/2018 4:01:29 AM Eastern Standard

[lace] Diaper patterns - Kogin

2018-04-08 Thread Jeri Ames
Dear Susan   Topic is straying away from lace.  Not all Japanese Kogin embroidery qualifies.  Depends on how repeats are used.  Traditionally added beauty to heavy duty work clothes made of an even weave fabric.  Reminds me of the original use of smocking - on heavy work smocks/shirts worn by

[lace] INVITATION to April 21st New England Lace Group meeting

2018-04-06 Thread Jeri Ames
, there are numerous eating options nearby.  Please RSVP me (Jeri), so I can make guest arrangements with the appropriate officers of this group and provide answers to any questions you may have. -- Program announcement:  LEARNING FROM A COLLECTION.   Presented by NELG member Jeri Ames.  For 7 decades

[lace] Weaving/Fingerloop Braids/Braids/Lace (History References for Scholars)

2018-04-06 Thread Jeri Ames
://www.richardiii.net/downloads/Ricardian/2006_vol16_two_dozen_silkwomen_ sutton.pdf   9.  This is an English language Italian Lace History site, which leads to other sites: http://world4.eu/italian-lace/#Guipure_lace_Parchment_lace    Have fun being a scholar !   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace

[lace] Jill Nordfors Clark, - Contemporary Needlelace

2018-04-04 Thread Jeri Ames
designs, and if I remember correctly, it was because of the direction embroiderers in the United Kingdom took when they started the City & Guilds educational program mentioned a few days ago.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA  (EGA member for 50 years) Lace and Embroidery Res

[lace] Diaper patterns - see Dictionary of Needlework by Caulfeild & Saward

2018-04-04 Thread Jeri Ames
to the history of women that so little can be seen in exhibits.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - 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

Re: [lace] Color in lace - Bath's book

2018-04-03 Thread Jeri Ames
on the left.  You can see the colored lace of the book jacket, which is technically impossible on Arachne.  It occurred to me that some of you might like to print the review, and put in your copy of Bath's book.      www.nelg.us    Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center

Re: [lace] hi res photo of Arpad Dekani lace?

2018-04-02 Thread Jeri Ames
and have a hi res photo made.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - In a message dated 4/2/2018 10:27:34 AM Eastern Standard Time, devonth...@gmail.com writes:   I am writing the catalog entry for a piece of lace by Agnes

[lace] Again, Please Change Arachne Subject Titles when You Change Subjects

2018-03-31 Thread Jeri Ames
is having great difficulty replacing him, because he was a volunteer.    Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center   - 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

[lace] Please Change Arachne Subject Titles when You Change Subjects

2018-03-30 Thread Jeri Ames
a copy, with an appropriate Subject, to your personal file about how to use your computer and features you have never used before.   Another thank you to all who share.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line

[lace] Lace, Not Lace Reaction to Needle Lace Revival Arachne comments 3/28/18

2018-03-29 Thread Jeri Ames
are doing so.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center In a message dated 3/28/2018 4:40:40 AM Eastern Standard Time, catherinebar...@btinternet.com writes:   I have looked at Penny Nickels work and agree it is very impressive

Re: [lace] Magnifying glasses without weight on your nose

2018-03-28 Thread Jeri Ames
to eye glasses.   This is a CONSERVATION lesson!  Also, the plastic frames make them lightweight when added to your lace pillow's tote bag.      Will share the product information when received, early in April.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - To unsubscribe

[lace] Handcraft movement in England

2018-03-27 Thread Jeri Ames
will learn much at the web site given.  It is a great place to get ideas for museum activities and guild programs.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write

[lace] Travel

2018-03-27 Thread Jeri Ames
intent was to aid friendships - in advance of the event.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - 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

[lace] Nenia Lovesey

2018-03-27 Thread Jeri Ames
, it is at Hampton Court Palace).  Lovesey's following paragraphs are equally amusing.  Very worth reading, if you can find or borrow the book.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center     - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y

[lace] Safety of Our Members

2018-03-27 Thread Jeri Ames
live in a world where people who seem safe to disclose information to, really are not.  Someone can overhear gossip between relatives and friends, and use that information in an unlawful way.  Security of our members and their homes is of utmost importance.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace

Re: [lace] Lace Revival of the 1970s - Bath's book and Golden Hands

2018-03-26 Thread Jeri Ames
to review, the past offers possibilities.  It is magical that though I did not anticipate Devon's new topic on Arachne, there are recent book reviews available.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center   In a message dated 3/26/2018 2:36:56 PM Eastern Standard Time

Re: [lace] Lace Revival of the 1970s - mystery book probably...

2018-03-26 Thread Jeri Ames
by Van Nostrand Reinhold; translators were E. and T.W. Summers.  ISBN: 0-442-30037-9.   Sally Johanson was one of the founders of OIDFA, and one of its first Presidents.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center   In a message dated 3/26/2018 1:36:24 PM Eastern Standard Time

Re: [lace] Bayeux Tapestry

2018-03-22 Thread Jeri Ames
that the article in the lace bulletin is covered by copyright law.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center In a message dated 3/21/2018 5:06:17 PM Eastern Standard Time, stevieni...@gmail.com writes:   ...an article

[lace] Bonington Gallery in Nottingham UK - Lace Blog

2018-03-22 Thread Jeri Ames
In the event you might be interested, I am sharing an address provided to me by an American textile professor with whom I exchange information from time-to-time. http://www.boningtongallery.co.uk/blog/lace-unarchived-a-history-of-the-archi ve   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery

[lace] Re: Hairband Magnifier

2018-03-16 Thread Jeri Ames
Thank you all for the several different recommendations.  Have been able to order, and will introduce younger generation to this easy-to-use vision aid.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center   In a message dated 3/12/2018 3:04:09 PM Eastern Standard Time, jeria...@aol.com

[lace] Hairband Magnifier

2018-03-12 Thread Jeri Ames
up heavy-looking versions with lights that firmly sit in front of the eyes.  What I'm thinking of is more user friendly and low tech.  Some of you will remember.  Are these still being marketed?   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center  - To unsubscribe send email

Re: [lace] Visas for teachers in the USA - advise please

2018-03-12 Thread Jeri Ames
opportunity to remind all that the Embroiderers' Guilds around the world offer needle lace classes, which our lace guilds often ignore.   Jeri Ames in Maine  (Member EGA for 50 years) Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - In a message dated 3

Re: [lace] Wolds Lacemakers meeting and AGM 17th March 2018

2018-03-10 Thread Jeri Ames
exhibit and demonstration event on the same day.    In lace friendship from across the Big Pond,,   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center In a message dated 3/10/2018 5:29:10 AM Eastern Standard Time, maur...@roger.karoo.co.uk

Re: [lace] Fashion History books

2018-03-07 Thread Jeri Ames
in their research library.  Sometimes, such libraries are open to scholars without charge.   Also, I found some ideas by searching 4-volumes Fashion History.   Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center In a message dated 3/6/2018 5:06:26 PM Eastern Standard Time, devonth...@gmail.com

[lace] Iris Apfel: Accidental Icon - Book released March 6, 2018

2018-03-06 Thread Jeri Ames
  Jeri Ames in Maine USA Lace and Embroidery Resource Center - 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/

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