[lace] Colour run
I've noticed on a particular TV quiz show that the producers obviously don't like the ladies to show too much leg or any cleavage whatsoever, and I suspect the wardrobe department has a stock of black leggings to wear with short dresses and both black and white lace-edged rectangles of fabric to use as modesty panels on their idea of a low neckline. I can't imagine that there are that number of women wearing either/both of these in the general population. I know that the contestants have to take three outfits that they think they could wear and the wardrobe department decides which. If none is considered suitable, the wardrobe department provides them with clothes for the show. The modesty panels must just be pinned inside the garments, which have a variety of neck shapes. What's visible varies from just a lace edging at the very bottom of a V, to quite a large area of plain fabric edge with lace filling a wide neckline half way up to the shoulders. So Beth's suggestion of a folded large lace-edged hankie which can be unpinned for laundering would seem to be ideal. Or you could make a piece of wide lace edging about 12 inches long if you wanted it to be all lace. Jean in Poole, Dorset, UK - 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] Fwd: Modisty panel
From: lacel...@frontier.com To: Sue hurwitz...@btinternet.com Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2011 8:50:49 AM Subject: Re: Modisty panel It the lace panel is tacked on 'behind' the opening, the lace can be a rectangle that's a tad wider and longer than the opening. The extra on the edges just lies behind the garment edges. It makes it look like you have a lacy chemise under the top. The commercial modesty panels follow this idea so they can show behind any garment with a low opening. I think it would be much easier to make a rectangle than try to fit a shaped opening. Alice in Oregon - Original Message - From: Sue hurwitz...@btinternet.com Now some proper lace content. I have another new top, not yet worn, grey with pattern and a few sequins over the top and the neck line is a tad low on me, so a modisty panel would definately be useful. Having never yet made anything that actually had to fit clothing yet I have no idea where to start. Maybe a paper pattern shape drawn with some seam allowed extra? Sue T - 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] Xmas knitting
I would also like to send to all my Arachnean friends an Estonian greeting. Here you are wished an Happy end to the Old Year before 31st December then a Happy New Year from 1st January. Thank you for being such a friendly connection to the outside world. Our Christmas weekend was very quiet with our youngest son away from home. He'd decided that he'd like to go to Slovakia with a few friends. Just before Christmas I visited a local yarn shop bought a book that I had seen mentioned by one of my favourite bloggers when she had written about it last year: http://brittarnhildshouseinthewoods.typepad.com/brittarnhilds_house_in_th/2010/12/december-3rd-busy-needles.html I was surprised to see 2 pages with lace - a tatted cross on page 103 a photo of some ornaments decorated with bobbin lace (from an Anna magazine I'm sure) on page 128. For those that like to knit these balls are fairly quick to make. Best wishes for 2012 from Pene in Tartu, Estonia where we are waiting for snow. - 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] Christmas Card Exchange
Hi Amber, today I received your beautiful Teneriffe Lace Card. Thank you very much. I really like it. Yesterday 5 of my 6 daughters arrived with 3 partners and 2 granddaughters. So it is quite crowded and busy here. Will mail in a few days, after the first visitors will have left. Martina in Germany, - 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] lace photos
Hi I came across a link to a Croatian bobbinlace site. It is mostly Idrija style tape lace, but also some figural lace and jewelry in metallic threads. http://www.bobbinlace.com.hr/ Lorelei - 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] Colour run/ modesty panel
I like this one too Jean. I have a couple I have made plus one commercial one, so I will try pinning and playing with them to see what looks ok, what good and what great, before I decide to make any specific lace, which I have now decided is a must. Perhaps I will achieve something before my birthday so I can wear it out:-) I have been looking at the new fashions, some gorgious, some very pretty and others not so good. I might have to hunt down some clothing I have had hiding in my wardrobe for a while. I might just manage to be a little bit fashionable for a change, grin Sue T and both black and white lace-edged rectangles of fabric to use as modesty panels on their idea of a low neckline. The modesty panels must just be pinned inside the garments, which have a variety of neck shapes. What's visible varies from just a lace edging at the very bottom of a V, to quite a large area of plain fabric edge with lace filling a wide neckline half way up to the shoulders. So Beth's suggestion of a folded large lace-edged hankie which can be unpinned for laundering would seem to be ideal. Or you could make a piece of wide lace edging about 12 inches long if you wanted it to be all lace. Jean in Poole, Dorset, UK - 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] Fwd: Modisty panel
Thank you Darlene, that thought has been rattling around my head also for a couple of days. I have what might be a suitable top already, so I will try it on underneath it to see if it all sits ok, the new grey one is a snug fit around the top, so I dont want wrinkles in the camisole underneath. I am considering doing one of these anyway so it will work with other tops (lots of them seem to be lower than my really confortable sit. I dont have the ample curves to give it the full glory. Sue T In very wet and very windy Dorset today As I read the replies to this question a thought popped into my head. Why not purchase a fine knit camisole and add a band of lace across the top. Naturally, you could alter the neckline to work with the lace you have done. I think it would sit best with the top in question and could be used with other garments as well. Darlene Wainwright darlen...@xplornet.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
Re: [lace] needle lace
Hi Lauren I have no experience of working needlelace in wire but gather it can be done and I would be interested to know how you get on with it - assuming you're going to give it a try! Catherine Barley UK - Original Message - From: L.Snyder l.sny...@aceweb.com To: post to Arachne lace@arachne.com Sent: Thursday, December 29, 2011 3:59 PM Subject: [lace] needle lace HI Everyone; A needle lace project has been rattling around in my head for a while now, but I'm seeing it in wire. do any of you have experience with needle made lace in wire? Lauren in wet and windy Snohomish WA - 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 - 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] Needlelace question
Hi All Just before Christmas I took a class in beginners Needlelace - which I really enjoyed and would like to do some more. Does anyone know where I can get some architects linen from? Alternatively - what do people use as a replacement and how successful is it? Many thanks in anticipation of your helpful answers Jill @ London Heathrow - where the wind is getting up! - 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] Needlelace question
HI Jill; I use a paper pattern covered with clear Contact paper. Sturdy enough for one use. Lauren On 12/29/2011 8:23 AM, Jill T wrote: Hi All Just before Christmas I took a class in beginners Needlelace - which I really enjoyed and would like to do some more. Does anyone know where I can get some architects linen from? Alternatively - what do people use as a replacement and how successful is it? Many thanks in anticipation of your helpful answers Jill @ London Heathrow - where the wind is getting up! - - 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] Fwd: Modisty panel
As I read the replies to this question a thought popped into my head. Why not purchase a fine knit camisole and add a band of lace across the top. Naturally, you could alter the neckline to work with the lace you have done. I think it would sit best with the top in question and could be used with other garments as well. Darlene Wainwright darlen...@xplornet.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
Re: [lace] Needlelace question
I like architect's linen more, but sticky backed plastic (e.g. for covering books) works ok, and you can just stick it over your design Sue sueba...@comcast.net -Original Message- From: Jill T Does anyone know where I can get some architects linen from? Alternatively - what do people use as a replacement and how successful is it? - 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] Needlelace question
Hi Jill I use a dark blue matt sticky backed plastic because most of my work done using fine thread and in white, which gives a good contrast and not so hard on the eyes. You can also buy the sticky backed plastic in paler, more neutral colours. Catherine Barley Henley-on-Thames - where the wind is also getting up! - Original Message - From: Jill T jil...@hotmail.com To: lace digest lace@arachne.com Sent: Thursday, December 29, 2011 4:23 PM Subject: [lace] Needlelace question Hi All Just before Christmas I took a class in beginners Needlelace - which I really enjoyed and would like to do some more. Does anyone know where I can get some architects linen from? Alternatively - what do people use as a replacement and how successful is it? Many thanks in anticipation of your helpful answers Jill @ London Heathrow - where the wind is getting up! - 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 - 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] Fwd: Modisty panel
Thank you Alice and everyone, I can see how I can make this work now. Sue T It the lace panel is tacked on 'behind' the opening, the lace can be a rectangle that's a tad wider and longer than the opening. The extra on the edges just lies behind the garment edges. It makes it look like you have a lacy chemise under the top. The commercial modesty panels follow this idea so they can show behind any garment with a low opening. I think it would be much easier to make a rectangle than try to fit a shaped opening. Alice in Oregon - Original Message - From: Sue hurwitz...@btinternet.com Now some proper lace content. I have another new top, not yet worn, grey with pattern and a few sequins over the top and the neck line is a tad low on me, so a modisty panel would definately be useful. Having never yet made anything that actually had to fit clothing yet I have no idea where to start. Maybe a paper pattern shape drawn with some seam allowed extra? Sue T - 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] Card Exchange
Hello everyone I have received my card from my partner Sherry this morning. Its made of two different laces. Its a reindeer made in Russian tape lace with the fillings made of tatting. Its beautifully done Sherry. You should be proud of yourself. Thankyou very much. I love it. Daphne Martin - 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] needle lace
HI Everyone; A needle lace project has been rattling around in my head for a while now, but I'm seeing it in wire. do any of you have experience with needle made lace in wire? Lauren in wet and windy Snohomish WA - 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: Christmas exchange
Morning All A short while ago I received the first of my Card Exchange cards from Jane Swanson A BEAUTIFUL Luna Moth has made a mammoth flight from Brattleboro to Brough in the UK!!! She says the flight wasn't too arduous and she did see Santa on her way over!! Thanks so much Jane!! Sue in Brough, East Yorkshire, where the sun is shining! - 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] neckline insert
sending from my kindle...no caps on the keyboard. very nice neckline insert on carolina's site http://www.carolgallego.com/neckline.html pegwho is stuck at work and bored out of my mind. can't wait until the long weekend...lots of lacemaking in store - 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] Needlelace question
Hi Jill, I was taught to use a piece of fabric folded into quarters (finish the edges to avoid rough edges). The pattern is traced onto a piece of soft plastic which I buy in the upholstery department at JoAnn Fabrics in the US, using a permanent marker. You have to remember to reverse the pattern if you want the design to look the same as the original. The plastic is then basted down to the fabric. The pattern done on plastic can be used a number of times. The plastic I use is thin enough to be pliable, but thick enough that the needle does not penetrate it when doing the filling stitches. It is thin enough for the cordonet to be stitched down through the fabric though. Don't know the mil thickness. I have only used wire around the edges of a piece to provide stability if it is to make something like a brooch. Let us know how you go on if you try it. Janice Hi All Just before Christmas I took a class in beginners Needlelace - which I really enjoyed and would like to do some more. Does anyone know where I can get some architects linen from? Alternatively - what do people use as a replacement and how successful is it? Many thanks in anticipation of your helpful answers Jill @ London Heathrow - where the wind is getting up! Janice Blair Crystal Lake, 50 miles northwest of Chicago, Illinois, USA www.jblace.com http://www.lacemakersofillinois.org - 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] architect's linen
Jill Architect's linen isn't really necessary. Most of us use standard weight paper for the pattern, and then cover the paper with sticky plastic film (to keep the pattern from tearing, and to keep ink off the lace). I suggest you look at http://needlelacetalk.ning.com We have a BEGINNERS group where you can get lots of advice. Joining is free. All the content is visible, even if you aren't a member, but you have to join to be able to post questions. Lorelei - 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] needle lace jewelry
Lauren I can't recall seeing any wire needle lace (wire bobbin lace is fairly common). But metallic looking threads could certainly be used. There are a few examples among the NEEDLELACETALK photos. http://needlelacetalk.ning.com/photo Once on that page, do a search on earrings and another on necklace. Lorelei - 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] needle lace jewelry
I can't recall seeing any wire needle lace (wire bobbin lace is fairly common). But metallic looking threads could certainly be used. Hi Everybody: Lenka Suchanek has been doing small needle lace pendants in wire for the past year or two, though I don't think they're on her website. The wire does need to be very flexible - she uses fine silver wire that she says works very well. She combines the wire with stone beads and some other silver findings for jewelry-making. Adele North Vancouver, BC (west coast of Canada) - 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] Needlelace
Hi, Jill, Welcome to the Very addictive world of Needlelace!!! I use sticky-back plastic over my paper pattern, which is tacked onto 4 layers of calico(Muslin to USA!) When I can, I use the thicker matt finish blue 'contact', but as it is expensive I often just use a blue-ish green contact, as it is easy on the eyes! If doing coloured lace I use clear contact over white paper, but for white work I use a colour for contrast. Do you know of the Needlelace Talk site, where there is lots of help for beginners, and more advanced needlelace makers - as well as lots of eye candy!!! If not - google it, and join (free) and you will get lots of help, ideas, etc. Liz, on holiday in Mallacoota, Australia. lizl...@bigpond.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] A Great Loss
Dear Diane, Thank you for letting us know about Doris Southard's passing. It is indeed a very great loss to our lace community. Best Regards, Carol Melton Valley of the Sun Phoenix, AZ USA - 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] Doris Southard
Diane Thank you for telling us the news about Doris Southard's passing. She was a very fine lady, generous, good natured and always helpful. I have held her in great reverence ever since I had first contact with her back in 1973. She has given so much to the world. Her life was a gift. Lorelei Halley - 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
