[lace] Arachne Dowager vs. Youthful Lace Enthusiast

2005-10-24 Thread Jane Partridge
In message [EMAIL PROTECTED] i52, Annette Meldrum [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes Hi Jeri and all, I would like to second what Jeri says about reaching out to young lacemakers and getting them involved on the list. They will be the means of continuing the skills and traditions of our beloved craft and

Re: [lace] Arachne Dowager vs. Youthful Lace Enthusiast

2005-10-23 Thread Jeriames
Dear Lacemakers, My American dictionary gives two definitions for dowager. The first, you know - A widow holding property or a title from her deceased husband. The second - A dignified elderly woman. I, for one, will never admit to being a dowager of any kind. I intend to be a Youthful Lace

RE: [lace] Arachne Dowager vs. Youthful Lace Enthusiast

2005-10-23 Thread Annette Meldrum
Hi Jeri and all, I would like to second what Jeri says about reaching out to young lacemakers and getting them involved on the list. They will be the means of continuing the skills and traditions of our beloved craft and need to be nurtured and encouraged. At the same time I think it is good to