When I saw Christine a year ago, she had instructional CDs for making fans.
The CD incorporates the information in her booklet, but she said that it also
has some new information which she has developed since publishing the booklet
so many years ago. I bought the CD and have watched it, and
This subject comes up every year as people gear up for traveling to
conventions, workshops, and lace days. I'm a little early off the mark this
year, but just ran across a bargain, so thought I'd mention it.
We're always looking for a good lamp which is portable and provides enought
light to
Before anyone rushes out to their nearest JoAnn's, I thought I'd better mention
something. After I wrote my first note to the list, I found an Ott Light flyer
that had come in the latest JoAnn ad. The combo was listed there as regularly
$99.99, on sale for $49.99. Somehow, it seems that my
Hello ladies!
I've just gotten an email from Michael Giusiana who tells me that his art
budget this year is gone, and next year doesn't look good either. You may
remember that he teaches middle school art at the military base in Ramstein,
Germany during the school year and teaches Flanders
Hi Sue - and other northern hemisphere spiders who are trying to stay warm!!
I've tried numerous ways to photograph my lace with varying results. The best
way I've found is to actually scan it with a dark paper behind it. This
eliminates the problems caused by shadows, over- or under-
Excellent ideas, Joy!!
But after checking my digital camera, I don't see a place to attach a shutter
release... but perhaps putting the shutter on a timed release (built into most
digital cameras...?)
Clay
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Thanks, Carol, for posting this! It reminded me of a gadget I spotted before
Christmas. It is a very small tripod that screws into the bottom of the
camera, but the legs are flexible so that you can bend them. The will wrap
around stationary objects so you can mount a camera on the back of a
OK - I've found a curious description of bobbins on eBay. Granted, I know that
some of these sellers have no idea what they're talking about.
But - on the off-chance that I've missed a lacemaking term... does anyone know
what this means???
The seller refers to the bobbins for sale, saying
Thanks, Lori - and to others who helped me remember the old decal trick!
I've never used decals on bobbins, but do remember decorating DD's wardrobe
with sweet somethings when she was a tot. Soak, peel, press, smooth voila!
Instant art!! (?!?)
Clay
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The first thing I thought of when dragons were requested was the portfolio by
Ulrike Lohr, but none of the designs would lend themselves to a garter. Those
which are edgings are quite wide, while the rest are mats or motifs which are
too large to adapt to an edging.
I agree that something as
Hear! Hear!
From another Original Feral Dag!
Clay
Lynchburg, VA USA
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Tamara is one of the most generous persons in the whole world and one of the
Original Feral Dags...
Stated with love from another one
I'm glad this thread was started... It's fun to connect with other lacemakers
by hearing what they're actually doing ...
From what others are saying, I will sound very dull and un-adventurous. I
tend to work on one project at a time, and am not happy until that project is
either finished or
Oh, Thank Goodness!!
Just when I think that all lacemakers fade away as non-descript little old
ladies, I learn from Janice that a lacemaker is not only still making lace,
but is not beyond threatening someone with a knife for giving away secrets!! I
laughed and laughed!! Thank you, Janice,
Hi Sue -
For traditional Binche patterns, you may enjoy books by Michael Giusiana, who
does reconstructions of antique laces. His first two books are out of print,
but Binche: Around the Corner (the second of these books) may still be
available from some vendors. His third book, Binche II:
Hi Brenda!
I can't blame you for being underwhelmed at the lifting of your photos (your
property) from your website! I looked at the blog again, and did not see your
bobbins... maybe someone has already gotten the message. On the other hand,
you WERE in excellent company, because at the
Hello Daphne -
Kumiko is a member of the Masterclass at the Kantcentrum in Belgium. The
lacemakers in that group have trememdous talent, and have produced some
beautiful designs. According to the forward of Hoop (translated: Hope),
The group was started up in the Bruges Lace Center in 1983
Hi Beth -
The longer you leave the pins in, the less distortion you'll get from
tensioning your threads farther down... And the advice you have so far is
excellent.
So unless you're running short of pins, or are working on a roller where the
pins become a problem at the back of the roller,
Hello Nelleke!
Yes, I can see why the costume make had greedy eyes! That is a beautiful piece
of lace, and very nicely done. Thank you for showing it to us!
Clay
in Lynchburg, VA, USA, where I have daffodils in bloom!
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From: Nelleke Glansdorp
Hi Jenny -
As long as you are raffling the original book and not a reproduction of it,
there is no problem. You could even sell the book (on eBay or through a used
book-seller), as long as you were selling the original and not a reproduction.
We've had numerous raffles of books which were
Hi Janice -
Yes, the list has been very quiet lately, and I was beginning to think that my
ISP was filtering my mail a tad too much! It's good to know that others have
the same perception.
Here's a question that might generate some interesting posts: Are there any
exciting new lace books
Hey Kate!!
What a WONDERFUL bit of publicity for your group!! And such a variety of
beautiful work!! You are all to be commended for furthering our collective
obcession!!
And for those who want an easy way to see the video, here's the tiny url:
http://tinyurl.com/ytcvfw
Clay
Clay
Hi Barbara!
I made a cover cloth with the pair of bobbins and attached lace design. It
stitched beautifully, and is quite elegant. The Hedgehog design is new to
me... I may succumb and get her!
Clay
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Hi Barbara -
In the IOLI bulletin, there is frequently a column which has a picture of P.C.
Tiggs along with a poem, (usually from the Hedgehog's perspective), and the
column is written by Diane Wallihan of Washington. I suppose there could be
more than one hedgehog owner who is also a
Why not just make lace with spots and all? It would certainly lend an
authentic look to a reconstructed lace!! I wouldn't mind using it. Of course,
I do love that crisp and pristine look of unsullied lace, right off the
pillow!! The nightmare of any ladies' maid, I'm sure... (maintaining
That really is too bad. I had the same experience with a magazine several
years ago - it seemed to be the highest quality in its field, and yet it folded
after less than three years of publication. It's always disappointing to see
the good ones go while the less desirable ones stay on. I
To answer whether you should break the wrapping threads, you'd have to decide
what your intention really is for these threads: Will you preserve them
as-is for historic reasons, or would you use the thread for a reconstruction?
I think that the answer might help solve the question you have.
Unfortunately, this is not a kit reborn... it's the same old horror kit we
all know and abhor. I continue to be amazed that this kit is distributed by
Lacis - the company founded by the late Kathe Kliot, who did so much for the
renaissance of lacemaking in this country.
Clay
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I just re-read my post, and the way it's worded, it sounds like I think that
there was lacemaking in this country in an earlier time. That is not, of
course, the case!! (yup - I read Eats, Shoots and Leaves
Just yesterday, I drove into a parking lot and got out of my car. A woman had
EXCELLENT point, Debbie!
And if you're resourceful, you will find other things in JoAnn's to spruce up
that pillow (more foam? a cover? Look over Mark's list (Tatman) for his
suggestions.) Then the early experiences will be less traumatic!
Unfortunately, our local JoAnn's is occupying about
Good for you, Patsy!!
I can attest that this recipe is good. I've used it, and if you haven't, print
it out and save it. It's a keeper.
Clay
Clay Blackwell
Lynchburg, VA, USA
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From: Patsy A. Goodman [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi,
I was looking
I don't have detailed instructions for
them, I fiddled as I went, and I was in a hurry: although the crown was a
popular success, my daughter is pleased as punch, and I won lots of ribbons
at the fair--if I were to do it again I'd spend more time working out better
solutions to some
Good morning, Spiders!
I spotted something of interest on eBay this morning. It seems that Dept 56,
which manufactures decorative collectables, has added a lacemaker and
lacemaker's shop to this years Dickens Village. These collectables are usually
found in gift shops and specialty shops
I looked at the website and saw postage-stamp sized images... couldn't see
enough to appreciate what she has done. Did I miss a link for enlarged photos?
Clay
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I'm not a doll collector, but I know that for those who collect hand-made
dolls, this particular dollmaker is very popular. So she (the doll) may fetch
a bit more than the casual collector is willing to spend.
Clay
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I agree with Barbara, re selling original patterns. I almost always make a
copy of the pricking I want to work - rather than remove it from a book or from
a set of prickings. But once I've worked my lace, I *could* destroy the copy I
used and sell the original book or set without violating
The reason books have the statement about covers and copyright pages in the US
is that paperback books are sent out to bookstores, and if not sold, the
bookstore can return the cover and copyright page for credit on their account.
The bookstores are supposed to destroy the rest of the book,
I've got one other suggestion to add to that...
Put the date you started the piece on the pricking as well, and when you finish
the piece, add that date. I save my prickings in a notebook, and this helps me
remember when I made the piece and how long it took me. I usually work on just
one
Hello everyone -
Sorry to use the list for this, but I have not gotten a single post from
Arachne for several days, and I have also not gotten any posts from a few
Arachnids with whom I'm usually in private correspondance. Has the list been
totally dormant lately? I'm just a bit concerned
Indeed! Seems to me the only things missing are your cigarettes!! Oh - I
see... they're probably in the chatellaine hanging from her waist. : )
Clay
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My favourite (so
far, anyway) is #10... A dog, a
Gulp is right, Celia!! I hadn't gotten to that picture, but it is amazing.
The lace showing at the back of her pillow looks wide, and that would take a
lot of bobbins. It looks like she's using Binche or Mechlin bobbins, and those
laces are intricate and require loads of them. And see...
Karen - I have to agree... It's a plumb-bob. Handsome, and vintage (and looks
like the top might screw off to restore a cord), but it's still a plumb-bob.
Clay
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It looks more like a plumb-bob to me
Karen in
Response from morrigan50
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Item: Antique Vintage Unusual Ivory Pineapple Bobbin Lace (330115668540)
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morrigan50 is the seller.
Dear Helen,
I caution you about trying to think like this seller thinks. I expect that
that experience is very, very scary. (vbg)
Clay
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From: Helen Ward [EMAIL PROTECTED]
I'm confused - not hard for this brain(?). I can't see how it can be
Barbara, you were probably next on his/her list when s/he just quit reading the
emails and deleted them!! I seem to have about six messages from the person,
and as time went on, s/he became increasingly unraveled!
But, as Shere'e suggested, I forwarded the emails to eBay with the explanation
That sounds like a very good guess, Avital! It's a fascinating little thing...
but what is the hole in the side for?
Clay
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My guess: a darning egg for gloves.
Avital
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I have a couple of old darning eggs in different sizes, so I immediately
understood what you were suggesting. I wonder if there is a missing piece...
a handle which could be put in either position?
Clay
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Here's
I like the way you think, Bev... pinning down a date by the material used is
helpful. SO... we could also get away from the luxury market and into a more
practical market...
With a handle that could be adjusted according to the user's preference, this
might have been very useful for hand
Wow, David - you're really moving along!!
I especially enjoyed seeing your work area... How big is that pillow?? It
looks absolutely huge!!
Clay
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From: Barbara Joyce [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Some of you may recall the saga of the Old Tønder Lace
Well now... we ARE all making an assumption that the seller knows what
bakelite is. If, in fact, the part that fits on either of the two openings is
made of something like a hard rubber, (AND it's missing its handle...) then it
just might be for wait for it a musical instrument,
OK... how about that thingie that the doctor taps your knee with to check
your reflexes...
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I think we
need to explore non-sewing uses.
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I have found that the very best solution for metallic gimp threads which tend
to be unruly is to invest in some bobbins made for the purpose. There are
hookies out there, but I don't much care for them - they're really more ideal
for wire. But my favorite looks like a modern danish bobbin,
Hi Tess -
Avital will be able to take care of this as soon as she goes online tomorrow
(today is the Sabbath). You could expedite the process by sending her
Josette's email address at [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Clay
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From: Tess Parrish [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi Cindy!
My ISP chopped up the URL you sent, but I was able to patch it together and see
the picture. It is CHARMING!! I love it! Thanks for sending it to us.
For those who had trouble finding it, the Tiny URL is:
http://tinyurl.com/yrm5od
Clay
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Hi Barbara -
I have used her designs too, and they stitch out really well. I had a problem
with the file format she sent initially, but she sent another format
immediately when I told her my problem. She's very accommodating.
The design which has the hedgehog holding a Binche bobbin is an
Hi Tamara!
Lordy, it thrills me to have an answer for you after all these years and years
of soaking up your gems of wisdom!! My particular knowledge comes from having
drifted toward the Northern European and Continental laces...
One of my favorite book purchases in the past year or so has
HA!!
Until you mentioned it, Sue, I had completely forgotten the project!! But, I
am also interested in seeing how it is going, David!!
Clay
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And talking about stinkhorn fungus how is that project faring David?
This one made me chuckle! I think she's killed the poor thing!
What on earth were they trying to represent?
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Clay
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Dear Aurelia and Barbara!
When I read Barbara's note about her group (before she was a member), I
understood that she meant the group in Washington (state)! I am close enough
to Baltimore (I'm in the land of Lynchburg), that I can feel the glow of the
hospitality that is the hallmark of all
Yes, lacemakers are indeed special. But I think it's important to remember
that we come in all shapes and sizes and backgrounds - and genders!!
Today, the college student who mows my yard came inside at my invitation for a
tall glass of ice water, and saw my lace pillow. He asked what I was
Hi Spiders -
I'm feeling like a member of the Lace Kit Police right now. I spotted
another of those awful kits on eBay... item number 110137135234, and wrote to
the seller, advising them that while they stated that bobbin lace is
surprisingly simple and that this kit was an excellent way to
Hi Bev!
Tuesday is the one day of the week that I still see clients, so I was not at my
pillow this afternoon! Any other day, I would have been... and would
therefore have missed your email!! But... I would have spotted it when I did
a back-stretch and took a break!
So the next question
Hi Simon -
Yes, there are a fair number of male lacemakers out there! But just for the
record, I am not one of them, although lots of people assume I'm male because
of my name!
Clay
Clay Blackwell
Lynchburg, VA USA
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Unless one of our favorite vendors is willing to have 250 or more bumper
stickers made up, I doubt we'll find one... BUT!!!I've found a website
where you can design your own and buy just one! And they have lots of
pre-designed backgrounds if you're so inclined.
Gotcha!
Yes'm, we're definitely on the same page.
Clay
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Lynchburg, VA USA
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HI Clay and everyone
Yes,
you see Flanders ground - as well as Paris ground - a lot in Binche.
Sometimes it
OK. I'll admit that probably the only Louis Vuitton bags I've ever seen were
knock-offs. But even so, most knock-offs tend to aspire to the original.
So, like Jean, I'm not impressed. Take a vinyl (not leather?) bag, imprinted
(not embossed) with the LV logo, and add machine embroidered
THAT is a pretty bag!
Clay
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Lynchburg, VA USA
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Hello lacefriends,
Here:
http://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003-date
you could see my Greek handbag, if you want.
What a treat! Thanks for sharing.
Clay
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Lynchburg, VA USA
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Have a look at some of the haute couture (spell?) workshops and see
what they're getting ready for the autumn/winter '07
Now, I must say that this is a very creative and thoughtful solution!!
Clay
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I would take a photo of the pillows with lace attached, then remove the lace
and buy a
Yes, the current team has produced some excellent issues of the Bulletin, and I
have enjoyed them all. But... as devil's advocate... does Debra's
retirement from the Bulletin mean that the whole team has to go? A new
editor will not necessarily bring an entire team with her, and people who
Well, as Quicktime and the iPod are both Apple products, I would be surprised
to learn that the conversion software did not work with the Mac. What would
NOT have surprised me would have been their incompatibility with Windows!!
Clay
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Doing a search on Halas Lace (Google), brings up a number of sites which give
the history and many, many pictures of this lace. I have a book which was
published in 2000 by the Halas Lace Foundation, and it contains much of this
information in several languages, along with a catalog of 490
Hi Ilske -
Like Patty, I'm sorry your piece did not make the competition. It is
beautiful! I loved the way you incorporated the picture of the earth in the
piece. And your switch to a smaller ground stitch for the blues creates a
wonderful tompe-l'oeil... VERY nicely done!!
Clay
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Clay
Hi Dona -
On page 17 of the current issue, there is a lovely statement just below the
IOLI Trust display which states that IOLI accepts PayPal!
Clay
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Lynchburg, VA USA
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Hi Laurie,
I'm all
Hello Spiders!
I'm alive and well in Lynchburg, after the wonderful week at Sweet Briar!
Actually, I use the term, well, loosely, because I've had a nasty summer cold
ever since I got home. But... the response from those who were there has
certainly helped me get past my temporary ailments
In Art History, the terms modern and contemporary are sometimes used
interchangeably. In my own mind, however, I am inclined to use modern for a
style that is a complete departure from anything that has preceded it (Jackson
Pollock comes to mind, although I admit his style resembled a
VERY well put, Ilske! As you are definitely designing, and your work is quite
attractive, I think you are a perfect person to respond to the question. Thank
you!
Clay
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Lynchburg, VA USA
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My first suggestion is that our eagle-eyed Miss Aurelia be chairperson of the
vetting committee!! I like your criteria, Miss A!! (I think that ugly or
clumsy and lace do not belong in the same sentence - not to mention the same
show!!)
And my other observations are... A) Does it matter, at
Hi Karen -
I'm sorry to hear that your thumbs are causing you problems!
I have one of John Beswick's winders, and it is a clever gadget. But...
before I go in to any report on its abilities (or not) to wind all bobbins, it
would probably be better to hear from you what bobbins you are
Why, THANK you, Miss Bev, for your nice response to my note! It was doubly
nice, because I had walked away from the computer for a while, and was just
returning after seeing no indication on the TV News that Harry Potter is on the
horizon, coming to save us from the REAL Voldemort... whose
My apologies for flooding the list with what was meant to be a private message.
Clay
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Lynchburg, VA USA
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Why, THANK you, Miss Bev, for your nice response to my note! It was doubly
nice, because I had
Greetings, lacemakers!
I have had an interesting correspondance with a woman who has something she
would like to sell that just might be of interest to someone on this list...
It is an old Lace Stretcher, which was used to stretch lace curtains and
tablecloths after they had been washed. I
Hello, Miriam!
I also had the Lego Winder instructions, and was sure my son's lego stash would
give up the parts... but there was one which I just couldn't find.
There are lists on the internet for Lego enthusiasts, and evidently there are
many who are very serious about collecting the old
Hi Brenda!
I don't know whether to congratulate you or offer you my condolences!! ; )
Actually, your account of the BBC commentator's response to your email had me
laughing uproariously!! The level of the BBC man's thoughts reminded me of a
Monty Python skit in which a man kept answering
Greetings, Jeri !
I looked at Lori's website (still a marvel, after all these years!) and found
the picture you referred to. I was curious about your description of your cone
pillow as a conventional one. Since there haven't been any cone pillows
available on the market (to my knowledge) in
Thanks, Bev! I have my doubts about the usefulness of cones on corners, given
the precision I have to take to make it work on a standard roller! But I'm
always open to new discoveries, and so I'll look forward to seeing what others
have been able to accomplish with other pillows.
Clay
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I am also looking forward to Edition 4!! But I'll be happy to let Lacy Susan
and Van Sciver Bobbin Lace worry about the details on this side of the pond!
I hope I can pick up my copy at Fall Lace Day, and if not, it can be mailed to
me later.
Clay
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Lynchburg, VA USA
I want to chime in here with my experience regarding German translastions
About five years ago, a new couple bought the house next-door. My DH quickly
learned that *he* was a German citizen, while *she* was a US citizen who had
majored in German in college and had had several jobs as a
I totally agree that that the International Lace Dictionary is absolutely the
most useful thing you can have... even in the company of people who have
studied - or been brought up with with a language as their native language!!
When trying to translate, it takes the dictionary, the native,
Hello, Laurie...
I was really interested in what you said about the seller who attributed
certain bobbins to specific bobbin makers. I agree that the Springetts have
contributed tremendously to our body of knowledge about antique bobbins.
My undergraduate degree is in Art History, and there
Yes, your figures are compelling... but consider also that some of those
lacemakers were making shoelaces!
Remember that lots and lots of wonderful old things are chucked into the trash
each year when people die and their heirs are overwhelmed with disposing of the
detritus of a someone
Hi Alison -
I'm just echoing what Robin wrote...
When I first started making lace, I was lucky enough to live not far from
Tamara Duvall who became my lace mentor. One of the first things she said to
me was that I should buy books that I like when I see them, because they are
hard to find in
I came across two books on eBay which, in my opinion, are two of the most
valuable books that a beginner can have in her collection!
So, if you're just getting started and want to have a couple of great books,
here's your chance!
http://tinyurl.com/2zhktw
Clay
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Clay Blackwell
Lynchburg,
That's a beautiful piece of lace! Thanks for pointing it out to us! I'm going
to watch it just to see how much it goes for (IF the reserve price is ever
met!). I've seen some pieces going for well over $1,000 lately, so this could
go much higher than that.
Clay
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I'm inclined to agree with you, Alice.
But I also think that it's possible that the *intention* was that the bobbins
be worked that way, but in actual fact, the size of the roller would probably
make that fairly awkward, since the leashes would have to be so short. Maybe
this was made as a
Thanks, Tamara, for bringing this up!
I agree that the Lace Day at Virginia Beach was wonderful! Kudos to Linda
Young and all the members of Land House Lacers for their hard work which paid
off!
I'm also very impressed with Cherry's porcelain lace! I now own a little piece
of porcelain
Hello Spiders!
I have just discovered that Lori Howe has added a new feature to her already
incredible website! She has set up a Buddy Map for lacemakers! When you
visit the map, you'll see a map of the world. Actually, you see two maps of
the world. The top one allows you to explore
I don't think you need to put a street address, just Dorset, UK.
Clay
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I have tried twice and it keeps telling me it can't find my address, :-(
Sue T
Dorset UK
Hello
Hi Ilske -
I thought there was a good way to do this, but when Jo tried it, it didn't work
for her. But, here goes, in case you have better luck...
Go to the Lace Fairy website and access the Buddy Map through there (if you've
already bookmarked the site, your system may have saved old
OK... I've been back to the map, and the find your dot message doesn't show
up - just as Jo said!!
I'm as new at this as anyone else, and I'm mystified!! But let's not give
up... it's such a great concept!
Clay
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Lynchburg, VA USA
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I've let my knitting knowledge get dusty, but another possibility for the wrap
stitch is that the yarn is wrapped several times around the needle, and when
worked once on the return row gives very LONG legs to that stitch... useful in
a number of ways, although standing on its own would look
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