Re: [lace] Re: Sign of the times - call for action?

2011-10-15 Thread Carolyn M Salafia
I second this entirely; having lost 14 pounds during my 4 yr divorce and regained the privilege (!) of shopping with my seventeen yr old daughter in the juniors section, I am appalled by the short term nature of fabrics that, at purchase, seem to be lovely to the touch and a good wear. Two careful

RE: [lace] Re: Sign of the times - call for action?

2011-10-15 Thread Darlene Wainwright
Susan Reishus wrote: Quilts make for a fun application, but wearable forms such as jewelry (and there are a few incredible books out there) I was wondering if you could give us some titles of books containing jewelry? I've got basic books and some from the 80s which I purchased from a senior who

RE: [lace] Re: Sign of the times - call for action?

2011-10-15 Thread Darlene Wainwright
I've also been reading the comments on this subject with interest. I took up spinning and weaving in the '80s and when I looked at bobbin lace it seems too delicate for my growing kids and pets to be around. I did not have a room dedicated to my fibre craft so loom, wheel, sewing machine etc reside