[lace] Re: Bobbins Music

2011-10-03 Thread Susan Reishus
to the conscious mind for insight and fulfillment, so we can better execute or express our gift. Happy lacing! Susan Reishus - 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] Re: lace knitting + supplies + dying wool

2011-10-02 Thread Susan Reishus
) or microwave (works better with smaller batches, and you have to WATCH for burning, etc. Hopefully there is something here that is of help, as it is only briefly touches on the subject.  :) Best, Susan Reishus www.SusanReishusDesigns.com it, as people can get uneven dyeing and burn wool. - To unsubscribe

[lace] Re: Library Loan Wool for Pillows

2011-09-18 Thread Susan Reishus
for some, but long term is worth considering when putting work into something and $20 boxes of pins, and repetitive stress kinds of issues.  It would be worth it to me to go and buy pure wool and felt it in the washer, imho. Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com

[lace] Re: Lulu and others

2011-09-18 Thread Susan Reishus
But keep an eye on your bank/card account for unauthorized charges.  I had several that were done monthly, no idea how it could have happened nor what they were for, though the powers that be set it right and rectified the situation when Lulu didn't respond to queries. Best, Susan Reishus

[lace] Re: Who Would Like a Needlelace Book?

2011-09-16 Thread Susan Reishus
an incredible knitting journey with this book. Best, Susan Reishus  - 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://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003

[lace] Re: Silk Thread

2011-09-07 Thread Susan Reishus
Perhaps an overly simplistic approach, and my memory may have slid, but I thought there was a reference to Corticelli Buttonhole Twist? My rough guess (without getting out my supply) would be that it is very roughly comparable to #8 perle cotton, or perhaps #12?  Of course perle cotton would not

[lace] Re: Silk Thread (purse)

2011-09-07 Thread Susan Reishus
for thread.  Hopefully from all the responses, you can find a satisfactory solution. HTH Susan Reishus - 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://community.webshots.com

[lace] Re: Silk Thread

2011-09-07 Thread Susan Reishus
how it turns out!  S Best, Susan Reishus - 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://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003

[lace] Re: Silk Thread

2011-09-05 Thread Susan Reishus
or Amazon.co.jp and click English (if applicable) to ferret out other things.  (Deb at Stitchville also has silk threads from Japan in many sizes, or will order). Hopefully your problem has been remedied already. Best, Susan Reishus www.SusanReishusDesigns.com  - To unsubscribe send email

[lace-chat] Re: (Ship US to UK) knitty gritty, bone weaver's song, lace instruction postcards

2011-09-04 Thread Susan Reishus
, for the same dollar amount as one book sent from the US to UK. HTH, Susan To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace-chat y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003

[lace] Re: Wedding Hankie - Baby Bonnet (or converse)

2011-08-19 Thread Susan Reishus
.  Best, Susan Reishus www.SusanReishusDesigns.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://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003

[lace] Spider Sock pattern

2011-08-17 Thread Susan Reishus
Arachne members may be interested in a new spider and web sock pattern offered by Jackie Erickson. http://www.heartstringsfiberarts.com/a68.shtm Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write

[lace] Re: Lacemaking in Tignes

2011-08-16 Thread Susan Reishus
..  The only downfall to sedentary work, and a slightly rounded back and neck. Best, Susan Reishus (behind on digests, as gone for a couple of weeks).  - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera

Re: [lace] Aid .... Horrible vacation

2011-07-30 Thread Susan L. Benzer
Elisabeth's account must have been hacked. I received the same email from her directly. Susan L. Benzer sben...@earthlink.net -Original Message- From: lynrbai...@desupernet.net Sent: Jul 30, 2011 3:09 PM To: lace@arachne.com Subject: Re: [lace] Aid Horrible vacation I agree

[lace] Re: Kate's gown on display

2011-07-25 Thread Susan Reishus
museum standard.  I think that a smaller light could have been set where the head was but again, it would damage the dress. Best, Susan Reishus www.SusanReishusDesigns.com - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write

[lace] Re: Kate's Gown on Display

2011-07-25 Thread Susan Reishus
never stored things in an acid paper. Best, Susan Reishus - 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://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003

[lace] Re: Catherine's Comments (Wedding Dress)

2011-07-25 Thread Susan Reishus
I heard Catherine similarly, but there was a bit of mumble where I left dots: A bit severe don’t you think….expect to see without my face there. Unfortunately she turned her head, or you could read her lips (which was helpful and fun at the wedding). Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send

[lace] Re: Royal Wedding Lace Available

2011-07-23 Thread Susan Reishus
mos. ago). Best, Susan Reishus - 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://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003

[lace] Re: Lace - White

2011-07-18 Thread Susan Reishus
(as in queen for a day LOL)... Best, Susan Reishus - 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://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003

[lace] Re: Lace - White

2011-07-17 Thread Susan Reishus
the opposite.  My sister got similar comments to her queries about why most things were white, when buying heirloom pieces for all the family in Belgium.  The sales clerks said you can get white really clean and remove stains, but really hard with anything else.  Best, Susan Reishus

[lace] Re: Kate

2011-07-10 Thread Susan Reishus
behavior.  Overall, the best of it is that she seems like a truly nice person.  We need more stellar examples of that to the world. Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera

[lace] eBay item for those who love the Arachne theme...

2011-07-10 Thread Susan Reishus
Item number is: 230644356692 Best, Susan Reishus - 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://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003

[lace] Re: Lace in Fashion

2011-07-05 Thread Susan Reishus
been appliqued/applied to the sheer, but on first viewing and in the smaller picture, it appeared that it could have been machine embroidered on the sheer layer).  Best, Susan Reishus  *** I think that the black sheer by her hand is part of the tail of the sash. Brenda *** I looked quickly

[lace] Re Chantecaille Lace

2011-07-04 Thread Susan Reishus
through fashion, as they do in needlework. When I first saw the term, I thought of it being from a place in the first portion of the root words, and the latter relating to cutting, but was just a quick reaction, fwiw. Best, Susan Reishus (who is only half way to her caffeine ratio so far

[lace] Re: Chantecaille Lace

2011-07-04 Thread Susan Reishus
In another investigation, Chante means Supplanter, and Caille refers to Cold, which makes sense as wearing lace, one could get cold since it is a fabrication of holes... Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y

[lace] Re: Lace in Fashion

2011-07-04 Thread Susan Reishus
and the embroidery is on the sheer. Best, Susan Reishus - 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://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003

[lace] Re: Las Conchas fire ( Los Alamos), etc.

2011-06-28 Thread Susan Reishus
meditation/mantra/prayer while one is making lace, as thoughts are things. Best, Susan Reishus - 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://community.webshots.com/user

[lace] Re: On-going Lace

2011-06-28 Thread Susan Reishus
through 3-4 generations.  I can't remember if she had lace straps, or used ribbon or fabric straps for the shoulder ties. Suitable for a woman's summer nightgown also...perhaps pillowcase lace ornamentation could be re-purposed? Best, Susan Reishus (Who is always looking for practical

Re: [lace] Tousteau pillow for sale

2011-06-28 Thread Susan MacLeod
Pillow has been sold. Thanks for all the interest! - 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://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003

[lace] Re: Wool Shrinkage Treatment

2011-06-27 Thread Susan Reishus
it to gradually cool.  It is temperature change that shocks wool, affecting the scales for shrinkage.  People swear up and down it works, and is the only thing that works well.  Nice to have information to rectify woolen things such as sweaters, but with lace objects, makes me cringe. Best, Susan

[lace] Tousteau pillow for sale

2011-06-27 Thread Susan MacLeod
Hope it's OK to post here. I'd rather offer it to Arachne members than go thru eBay. This is a roller pillow, I believe an early version, that I've had for years and not used. There are pictures and details at flickr. thanks Sumac in southern VT USA

[lace] Re: Wool Shrinkage Treatment

2011-06-27 Thread Susan Reishus
I have to correct the ingredients, they are: 2:1, water to vinegar (though work in any close approximation). My caffeine to Susan ratio wasn't quite right when I posted it. I will add that my grandmother was a tailor and seamstress and taught me this, demonstrating the magic.  Of note (in case

[lace] Re: Blog About Hapsburg Veil

2011-06-23 Thread Susan Reishus
Rarely does most lace really impress me, but this certainly does!  Thank you so much, for sharing! http://blog.americanhistory.si.edu/osaycanyousee/2011/06/the-finer-details-of -the-hapsburg-imperial-bridal-veil.html Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com

[lace] Re: Yardage - Speed

2011-06-23 Thread Susan Reishus
will mourn the loss of this project when it is done! Just a few things I shared...  Best, Susan Reishus    - 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] Re: Old Bobbins

2011-06-17 Thread Susan Reishus
to fall off.  :-) Best, Susan Reishus  - 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://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003

[lace] Re: Black Thread vs. White Thread

2011-06-11 Thread Susan Reishus
threads especially, optical illusion can be an astounding factor.  If you take a few online color tests, one can really be surprised at what the eye really sees (or doesn't), and how much the mind's interpretation factors into it. Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord

[lace] Re: Black Thread

2011-06-09 Thread Susan Reishus
I use light or medium grey as background for everything -- white, black and colour... Tamara Grey is considered the best to use for a background palette, providing the truest view of other colors, by artists (esp. painters). Best, Susan Reishus  - To unsubscribe send email to majord

[lace] Storage Containers (like M M Cases) ChiaGoo

2011-06-02 Thread Susan Reishus
are slightly longer, straight, and pointier. Best, Susan Reishus www.SusanReishusDesigns.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://community.webshots.com/user

[lace] Re: Bedfordshire Lace

2011-05-25 Thread Susan Reishus
is that all my right hand picots split, the left ones are great what is causing this please? Sounds like that, in part at least, is about the twist of the thread and you will have to practice compensating for it. Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com

[lace] Re: Pricker Covers

2011-05-22 Thread Susan Reishus
solution and re-purpose the cap.  If purchased singly, they come in a decent plastic box, but mostly likely only large enough hold a pricker that had a smaller diameter.  HTH, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y

[lace] Re: Needle Covers

2011-05-19 Thread Susan Reishus
the most, from small leather accordions to beautiful hinged boxes that are for pencil storage. Best, Susan Reishus - 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] Re: Pricker Cover

2011-05-19 Thread Susan Reishus
sure it stays tight until you want to remove it. HTH, Susan Reishus A couple of layers of foam, within a hard plastic end cap, should be enough to store flat, and could even be put in a tool roll if anchored by velcro, etc. - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing

[lace] Re: State Fair Exhibit (was Handmade)

2011-05-05 Thread Susan Reishus
There are ways to mount your creation with glass on both sides, which illustrates so nicely a beautifully done piece.  It is more expensive and not all framers qualify. It means nothing if the object is to be submitted unframed, of course.  Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email

[lace] Re: State Fair Exhibit (was Handmade)

2011-05-04 Thread Susan Reishus
cordoned off in a way that there is full view, yet encourages people to show respect in not touching.    Best, Susan Reishus  - 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] Re: Le Pompe 1559 - Price of Lace Books

2011-04-29 Thread Susan Reishus
things up on Amazon Japan.  They are proportionately higher yet. Best, Susan Reishus - 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://community.webshots.com/user

[lace] Re: cleaning bobbins and silver inlays?

2011-04-21 Thread Susan Reishus
be effective to run your bobbins through your hair, but perhaps if you rubbed your scalp and handled your bobbins, it would accelerate what is happening already in handling. Of course oils of any type on the thread portion (neck) of the bobbin or the thread itself, would be undesirable. Best, Susan

[lace] Re: Spam again?

2011-04-15 Thread Susan Reishus
protection scans, etc. It has always been a risk, but worse with the economy, sophistication over time, and emotional manipulation like this one. Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write

[lace] Re: Fiberglass Safety

2011-04-09 Thread Susan Reishus
and quarantine my clothes and shower; then wash my clothes separate from other things and often two cycles. Best, Susan Reishus www.SusanReishusDesigns.com - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera

[lace] Re: Queen Victoria

2011-04-04 Thread Susan Reishus
women do go to lower heels as life accrues and comfort becomes a priority (much less fear of falling and breaking something.) Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera

[lace] Orenburg Lace Video

2011-04-02 Thread Susan Reishus
On location, showing all the steps from animal to lace, with some pretty fast knitting! In French, but fulfilling even if not your language. http://www.artisaneuro.com/index.php?shawls=yes/ Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line

[lace] Re: Ebay item #390300855726

2011-03-31 Thread Susan Reishus
My guess would be, that it is a stand for making netting. Best, Susan Reishus - 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://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003

Re: [lace] Lace Guild Exhibition Room Opens

2011-03-26 Thread Susan Roberts
to the list for the next e-mail which should be due out in the next week or two. Best wishes Susan --- Susan Roberts Editor of Lace http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/susanroberts -Original Message- From: laceandb...@aol.com Sent

[lace] Re: 'Correct Names'

2011-03-21 Thread Susan Reishus
of their heritage. Best, Susan Reishus - 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://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003

[lace] Re: Lace Imprinting

2011-03-18 Thread Susan Reishus
-tips-clay-slabs.html http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/967747/ Best, Susan Reishus - 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://community.webshots.com/user

[lace] Re: Lace Imprinting

2011-03-16 Thread Susan Reishus
moisturizers) are nearly as good. Best, Susan Reishus - 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://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003

[lace] Re: Bobbin Lace Instructions - Written Out for the Teacherless

2011-03-06 Thread Susan Reishus
always intrigued me how such a small percentage (typically single digits) of many online forums and lists members actually post/contribute information. Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write

[lace] Re: magnifier/jewelers loop (loupe)

2011-03-05 Thread Susan Reishus
as a color and image consultant. These should still be available and fit in the hand. Best, Susan Reishus - 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] Re: Knit Heaven

2011-02-28 Thread Susan Reishus
that it is to accommodate the taper of the head/skull. It is a simple and pleasant lace pattern, which would breathe if it was hot out. Perhaps Bev was right and it kind of helped keep hair out of the way also. Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing

[lace] Fw: Knit Heaven

2011-02-28 Thread Susan Reishus
hair or hat. Innovative. On digest so interested if someone has the actual answer, rather than my conjecture. Best, Susan Reishus - 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

[lace] Lace in 1918 book

2011-02-17 Thread Susan Reishus
/Decorative-textiles-1918 So far I only found references to Spanier being the German word for Spanish (at least in the context of a last name.) There is a list of Jewish surnames here: http://www.shtetlinks.jewishgen.org/kolomea/nameorigin.htm Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email

[lace] Re: Spanier Albeit

2011-02-15 Thread Susan Reishus
technique. My challenge is the misuse of terms (1st paragraph), technique and origination. Avital can give more thorough details on Jewish culture, history and kashrut (law.) FWIW, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y

[lace] Re: What???????on eBay

2011-02-14 Thread Susan Reishus
and journalists). I digress... Best, Susan Reishus _ ___ Expecting? Get great news right away with email Auto-Check. Try the Yahoo! Mail Beta. http://advision.webevents.yahoo.com/mailbeta/newmail_tools.html - To unsubscribe

[lace] Re: What would YOU do?

2011-02-12 Thread Susan Reishus
transformed negativity to love, so does it repeat itself in the actions of creating this beautiful piece of work. Best blessings to you! Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera

[lace] Re: Christening gown

2011-02-11 Thread Susan Reishus
the source. There are a lot out there now that crack and break quite quickly, not the old de rigueur they used to be. Just a few tips. Let me know if there is something else I can help with. Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace

[lace] Message from Sue Dane, Chairman of The Lace Guild

2011-02-07 Thread Susan Roberts
Sue Dane, Chairman of The Lace Guild, has asked me to post the message below to Arachne on the Larkrise to Candleford discussions. Kind regards Susan Editor of Lace --- Susan Roberts http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/susanroberts

[lace] Lace on eBay

2011-02-06 Thread Susan Reishus
Have you seen this? eBay Item 360194002093 Best, Susan Reishus - 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://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003

[lace] Re: Puncetto Valsesiano (now Needle Lace group)

2011-02-06 Thread Susan Reishus
lace takes so much time, there is too little time to talk about it! S Best, Susan Reishus - 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://community.webshots.com

[lace-chat] Re: Valentines Day

2011-02-06 Thread Susan Reishus
), and jewelry (esp. diamonds). Originally, it was a cupid/love celebration of the romantic sort, or at least for the last 1500 years. Best, Susan Reishus To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace-chat y...@address.here. For help, write

[lace] Re: Puncetto Valsesiano tutorial - Web pattern

2011-02-04 Thread Susan Reishus
Avital Fantastic. It is such fun to watch the little loops take their complicated path...I've alerted needlelacetalk, also. Lorelei *** What is needlelacetalk ? Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here

Re: [lace] Tatting with Bobbins

2011-01-23 Thread Susan Reishus
from many. Best, Susan Reishus - 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] Re: Tatting with Bobbins

2011-01-22 Thread Susan Reishus
of their days. Best, Susan Reishus - 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] Re: Showing lacemaking on Larkrise to Candleford

2011-01-18 Thread Susan Reishus
for others (going to their state's PBS and looking there). HTH, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com

Re: [lace] crochet hooks

2011-01-12 Thread Susan Reishus
, is Beadwrangler, for small sized hooks, and is an online source. Many state you can't find them anymore, but they are out there! Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com

Re: [lace] Re:crochet hooks

2011-01-12 Thread Susan Reishus
...I finally got one (size 16 crochet hook) from Susan Groh of Unique Expressions(Lace supplier out of Kansas City, KS[?]... Mark They are available (size 16 [.04 mm] crochet hook and larger) at the bottom of the page at this link: http://www.7beads.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen

[lace] Re: Architect's Linen Comparables

2011-01-10 Thread Susan Reishus
permeate barriers, and others, less so. There are certainly more options than there were, say, 20 years ago, before the scrapbooking craze. Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write

[lace] Re: Architect's Linen Comparables

2011-01-10 Thread Susan Reishus
the subject of Architect's Paper Comparables dead, at least currently. I am certain there is a satisfactory substitute, but that may not be a priority to much of the list. So be it. Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y

[lace] Re: Muslin v.Calico

2011-01-10 Thread Susan Reishus
by weight, alpaca may have more weight and volume than wool, as an example.) Nowadays you go in and ask for a two penny nail, they protest there is no such thing (but there is, on the box in code.) All slowly being lost... Back to lace! Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord

[lace] Re: Muslin v. Calico

2011-01-10 Thread Susan Reishus
My meaning was a thinner (finer), sparsely woven (coarser) cloth. Jane Partridge Thank you for your succinct explanation! :) Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera

[lace] Re: Architect's Linen Comparables

2011-01-09 Thread Susan Reishus
down your couching or outlines, or just work with your needle? I think it is easier on the hands, and helps with the execution/placement to pre-prick at times. Bobbin lacers, do some of you pre-prick also (aside from the lace styles that are almost exclusively done that way). Best, Susan

[lace] Re: Architect's Linen Comparables

2011-01-09 Thread Susan Reishus
removed, proportion can be off. Susan Reishus our muslin is a much finer, coarser woven cloth Jane Partridge For some reason, I am not comprehending what that means. Can you help me understand? TIA, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line

Re: [lace] Architect's Linen comparables pre-pricking

2011-01-09 Thread Susan Reishus
I am loving this sharing! :-) Thanks so much to Bev, for her tip on Magic Mending Tape, the finite details and downfalls from Pat T., Jacquie’s sharing in precision and technique, and Eve’s sharing of sewing machine pricking for needle lace. Bless your hearts! Susan Reishus

[lace] Re: Architect's Paper comparables - Butter Paper

2011-01-07 Thread Susan Reishus
prick it through your design, or hopefully draw the design on with indelible ink, as I don't think the ink, nor the heat, from a printer would work. Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write

[lace] Re: Architect's Linen Comparables - Prickings

2011-01-06 Thread Susan Reishus
at the onset of the list itself. I don't remember a discussion of architect's linen replacement (thought there may have been) as I take breaks over the years. If so, then I completely missed comments on Canaletto, and don't think it is in the archives. Best, Susan Reishus . - To unsubscribe send

Re: [lace] Architect's Linen etc

2011-01-06 Thread Susan Reishus
what we call wax(ed) paper. Curious if it is the same in the UK? Best, Susan Reishus I don't think needlelace queries have come up all that often (tatting even less...I still have a small amount of linen, but frequently use a dark green matt sticky backed plastic for needlelace...needs

[lace] Architects Linen Comparables

2011-01-05 Thread Susan Reishus
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Re: [lace] Architect's Linen Comparables - Prickings

2011-01-05 Thread Susan Reishus
on the net, and I have worked with the printing industry for my work and business needs over the decades so am familiar with NA standards, but that chart is more reader-friendly than most. Best, Susan Reishus From: lacel...@frontier.com I have found that I

Re: [lace] Lace stocking fronts - Elizabethan

2010-11-27 Thread Susan Reishus
others, and since men have less body fat, it becomes more obvious. I think men of the time were more inclined to pad the front of their tights, etc. Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help

Re: [lace] Lace stocking fronts - Elizabethan

2010-11-27 Thread Susan Reishus
There is a link here (referenced by Clay) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tights Never was the information divulged in my education and background in fashion design. I don't believe it was the standard, but as noted, indulged in by the king, etc. Best, Susan Reishus turn a good leg, comes

RE: [lace-chat] Re: Has anyone bought a good dishwasher lately?

2010-11-07 Thread Susan Reishus
Only 18/8 Stainless Steel is non magnetic. Gareth Silly me.  Best, Susan Reishus To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace-chat y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com.

[lace] Re: UK Lace #140

2010-11-02 Thread Susan Reishus
to those who wish this artform (and all others) to endure and grow. Best, Susan Reishus www.SusanReishusDesigns.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

Re: [lace] Filet crochet help please

2010-10-22 Thread Susan Reishus
in the US, so you may have to accommodate for that.   Also Garnstudio has international translations for knitting and I think crochet.  I don't have time to find the direct link, but they have a plethora of not only that, but free patterns. Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord

[lace-chat] Re: American Meat

2010-10-22 Thread Susan Reishus
in count daily. The pollution everywhere has affected fish and seafood consumption, which is sad. Best, Susan Reishus To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace-chat y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com.

Re: [lace] Lace - hand made vs machine embroidered, my thoughts

2010-10-19 Thread Susan Reishus
is condoned over handmade bobbin or needlelace, but that it does have it's place, and often with amazing results.  Some find relaxing and free-form is better, others a tighter control and specific path, but playing first brings great rewards, but like anything, relaxing helps. Best, Susan Reishus

[lace] Re: Article on dating spangling (Thread twist-winding = broken threads?)

2010-10-18 Thread Susan Reishus
isn't as focused as at the onset)? Best, Susan Reishus - 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] Re: Thread twist-winding = broken threads

2010-10-18 Thread Susan Reishus
, as people do find the symptoms cropping up in forms of needlework, but rarely pinpoint it or assume it is a part of the normal challenge/frustration.  But perhaps I am digressing from the spangling to maintain twist conversation. Best, Susan Reishus   - To unsubscribe send email to majord

[lace] Linen Hankie Blanks - Linen/Cotton Towel Blanks

2010-10-16 Thread Susan Reishus
lace, which can require a slightly heavier fabric), but probably worth investigating.  The hankies appear to be pre-hemmed with faggoting.  Sounds like the perfect item and timing to host your lace gifts for the holidays. You can reach her at moonriselaceknitt...@verizon.net. HTH, Susan Reishus

Re: [lace] 'thread

2010-10-04 Thread Susan Reishus
time for the tailor. HTH, Susan Reishus My daughter was given some thread by her grandmother in law and we don't know what it is or how to use it. It is in a long, flat cardboard tube. It is labeled: RICE'S Silamide waxed for hand sewing Highest Quality Conveniently Put Up Size A 675 yds A. H

Re: [lace] lace and glue -- final report

2010-09-30 Thread Susan Reishus
it myself).  Perhaps bringing pre-mounted lace could counter some of this, as even if it wasn't used, it would provide an example, and the tools to use (and one could choose the background color for best effect). Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing

[lace] Re:Romanian Point Lace (crochet tape left handed)

2010-09-29 Thread Susan Reishus
loops (and wrapping if necessary)?  If it helps, use a mirror to reverse it visually. If you go to YouTube.com and enter how to crochet left handed you get hits: http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=how+to+crochet+left+handedaq=f Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to majord

Re: [lace] Re:Romanian Point Lace (crochet tape left handed)

2010-09-29 Thread Susan Reishus
reversing the image of the directions will help. If you send me the directions off-list, maybe I can help, but it may not be immediate. Best, Susan Hiya Susan,    Yes, You are rightyou just put your hook in the other hand and you crochet in a different direction but when you are finished

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