Re: [lace] More sad news - RIP Jenny Rees

2023-05-28 Thread Susan Turnbull
Condolences to you, sadly the world is losing some fabulous lace makers. Sue Turnbull, Dorset UK On 28/05/2023 08:16, Penelope Piip wrote: Dear fellow lacemakers,I am writing to this list, to inform those who remember my cousin, Jenny Rees, who sadly passed away this Saturday, 27th May, 2023,

Re: [lace] Tiara Leaves

2023-05-06 Thread Susan Turnbull
One of the files mention buillion embroidery and the we think it was made in the Embroiders Guild in the UK.  Lots more embroidery also on the Queen Camilla gown.    I am also going to send a url of some Honiton Lace, handmade by Pat Perryman, worn by the current speaker of the House of

Re: [lace] Lace Advent Calendar 2021

2021-12-01 Thread Susan Turnbull
Thank you both Jean and David, it is always a joy to see this and has given me a jolt to start work putting up some decorations. These days most of our decorations revolve around lace these days as we heath situations mean it is difficult to reach to put our normal amounts up and about.  As

Re: [lace] Happy Anniversary

2021-04-14 Thread Susan Turnbull
I joined you all in 2005 to keep in touch with lacemakers after my lace teacher retired and neither she nor the class was replaced.  I contined to learn and be inspired to carry on although I added tatting to my interests which I have been doing more of in recent years.  I have ventured into

[lace] Barbara Underwood

2020-05-08 Thread Susan Brooks
I thought I had seen a message saying Barbara Underwood had passed away on 23rd April, but there has been no mention of it in Arachne correspondence. I am currently working on a piece from one of her many books. Her contribution to Bedfordshire Lace must be important. Does anyone have more

Re: [lace] Snowman lace

2019-12-21 Thread Susan E Babbs
I designed one for the young lace makers magazine, years ago. Send me a photo and I'll tell you if it's the same one On December 21, 2019, at 2:09 PM, Kim Davis wrote: Susan, I have seen on in one of the Lace Guild's publications..you know, the half sized ones? I believe it has

[lace] Ornament exchange

2019-12-15 Thread Susan
eate with a template & threads with a few days left. Hmmm. Thank you Lin! Happy Holidays to all. Sincerely, Susan in sunny Florida, USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@g

[lace] Give the Gift of Lace All Year!

2019-12-11 Thread Susan
e with those who have no clue. I posted sample pics to Arachne Flickr. Happy Holidays to All! Sincerely, Susan in sunny South Florida, USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.mod

[lace] Idrija 30 thread

2019-11-19 Thread Susan
Hello All! I have in my notes: Idrija 30 white 3z/26wcm Idrija 30 colors 3z/24wcm I believe this info came from Brenda as I also have notes on other sizes of Idrija threads. Hope this helps. Sincerely, Susan Hottle Florida, USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord

[lace] Elena

2019-10-10 Thread Susan
If anyone has Elena’s email addy, please contact me off list. I need to send her a message ASAP. Thx. Susan Hottle, FL USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera

[lace] Maria & Stella Niforos

2019-10-09 Thread Susan
Hello All! Just today I stumbled upon these websites. LOTS OF LACE EYE CANDY! marianiforos.com stellaniforos.com Does anyone know these ladies? I found an obituary that seemed to match, so I wonder if one or both have passed & someone else is carrying on after? Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL,

[lace] Jacqui Southworth’s Holly ornament conclusion

2019-10-04 Thread Susan
ike to make another but need to sort out the thread situation. Many thanks for any help. Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL, USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...

[lace] Jacqui Southworth Lace #132 October 2008

2019-10-03 Thread Susan
So far, Bev Walker has the same pattern, different pricking. And the threads are different—DMC metallic vs Madeira. Hope this helps. Susan Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write

[lace] Gimp for Binche

2019-09-07 Thread Susan
tive? My first instinct was embroidery floss (multiple strands) because of the soft twist, however, I’ve selected a substitute in the past with disastrous results so decided to ask first. Many thanks. Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL, no damage from Dorian Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send e

[lace] Santina Levey

2019-08-05 Thread Susan
you can help. Sincerely, Susan Hottle FLA USA Sent from my iPad Sent from my iPad - 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://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/

[lace] Lady Carnarvon’s coronation gown

2019-08-02 Thread Susan
the meantime, I will try to post photos to Flickr. Sincerely, Susan Hottle FLA USA Sent from my iPad - 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://www.flick

[lace] Archie’s christening gown

2019-07-09 Thread Susan
seemed like the lace was appliqued on tulle, overlaid on a silk dress. I was interested in the construction method. Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to ar

[lace] Archie’s christening gown

2019-07-08 Thread Susan
Hello All! Luckily a friend emailed me about the online photos of the gown. Hope everyone is enjoying a rerun of (arguably) the most famous royal christening gown replica! Perhaps an expert will comment on its creation. Is the Honiton lace appliqued on silk & tulle? Sincerely, Susan Hottl

[lace] Destination Craft—season 1, episode 11 Switzerland

2019-06-24 Thread Susan
ce event so he can get the hang of it with the experts? So far I haven’t found this episode online to watch it myself but I’m vexed that the show has left the wrong impression by showing such shoddy results! Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL USA  Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email t

[lace] Digital exhibition—Lace identification

2019-06-16 Thread Susan
Thank you Olga—what a helpful online article! It’s lovely to showcase objects in the TRC collection—even better with a tutorial. This was my first visit to your website so thanks for the link. I enjoyed the embroidered postcards as well. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad

[lace] re: sad news, Jacqui Southworth

2019-05-28 Thread Susan
ui’s Holly pattern that appeared in Lace #132 October 2008. It’s been well above my pay grade, yet has remained on my to-do list all these years. 2019 is it! Better 11 years late than never. Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne

[lace] Italian needlelace

2019-05-27 Thread Susan
Hello All! While looking for something else I stumbled upon this site: Ombrettapanese.it It’s in Italian but you can hit the translate button. Catherine Barley inspired a piece on pg 3. Yowza! Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord

[lace] Metallic thread Oya?

2019-05-22 Thread Susan
be the perfect spot for a little bead! So it’s on my list for a future experiment. Hope this helps anyone who is l! ooking for a simple decorative edge! Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe la

[lace] Pierre Fouche workshop & the lace study session at Ratti

2019-04-15 Thread Susan
Perhaps Devon will edit my list? Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL USA Sent from my iPad - 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://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/

Re: [lace] Thomas Lester by Anne Buck

2019-04-02 Thread Susan
She was fuming about it the other day but when I asked if she wanted me to send pictures of lace that I see at the English museums she said yes! Hope springs eternal... Susan Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y

Re: [lace] Thomas Lester by Anne Buck

2019-04-02 Thread Susan
t out of the top of the closet. YET! Just sayin’... Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL USA Sent from my iPad - 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://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/

[lace] Thomas Lester by Anne Buck

2019-04-01 Thread Susan
e: “Torchon, an unsophisticated lace of repetitive geometric patterns based on diagonals with a heavy, five hole mesh...” Most of you know that Torchon is not my favorite & AB managed to capture my sentiments in a nutshell. Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubs

[lace] RETRACTION!

2019-04-01 Thread Susan
Egad! IOLI has the Geometric Bucks book by Alex. I must have been looking in the wrong index. Mea Culpa! Susan Sent from my iPad - 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] Re: Bucks questions about false picots

2019-04-01 Thread Susan
nishing plus they will be useful on my tree or as gifts. With only a few loose threads at the bottom, perhaps I can darn in the ends rather than knot off. Thanks again for your suggestions. Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL USA Sent from my iPad > On Mar 31, 2019, at 9:26 AM, Leonard Bazar wr

Re: [lace] Bucks ornament & questions about false picots & Wiltshire area bobbins

2019-03-30 Thread Susan
whether he will make more for “inventory” rather than producing by special order. Maybe someone will check with John or other bobbin makers at IOLI in Spokane to see if “specialized” bobbins could be produced in greater volume? Just sayin’, nothing changes unless we ask. Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL

[lace] Bucks ornament & questions about false picots & Wiltshire area bobbins

2019-03-25 Thread Susan
instead of spangled Midlands or Continentals? They are a wonderful size & weight & except for being “plain”—think Amish—they were great. Am I missing something here? Many thanks for any suggestions & advice. Sincerely, Susan Hottle in sunny & breezy South Florida, USA Se

[lace] Kopek spiders

2019-03-02 Thread Susan
Thanks for posting additional photos Clare! The rooster is very handsome & thanks also to Jacqui for her tutorial/explanation. In the meantime, you reminded me that I own Vera’s book The Technique of Vologda Lace. Bingo—Section 6.3 is devoted to “the wheel”. Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL

Re: [lace] Point Ground Lace, a Comparative Study

2019-03-02 Thread Susan
ho wrote with help & suggestions! Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL USA Sent from my iPad > On Mar 2, 2019, at 5:09 AM, Maria Greil wrote: > > Have you tried at arizona university (book by Gertrude Whiting)? You may get > some useful information there, - To unsubscribe send email

[lace] Point Ground Lace, a Comparative Study

2019-03-01 Thread Susan
ton & Malmesbury. Is there somewhere else I should be looking? Many thanks. Sincerely, Susan Hottle Sent from my iPad - 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://w

[lace] Kopek/whirlpool stitch

2019-02-23 Thread Susan
, it seems like it would be faster/easier to work the kopeks after the fact rather than swizzle the bobbins in & around & over & through. Thank you for the Russian lace tutorial but I think I will wait for the YouTube before tackling this one! LOL Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL USA Sent

[lace] re: Lace Hats

2019-02-23 Thread Susan Vossier
Christine Mirecki has designed lots of hats, several of which are sold published separately, but the ones which fitted Karen's description (rounded crown, wide brim) I have only seen in the first book, Sommerhute, which has twelve patterns in all. She has just brought out another book of hats,

[lace] Kopek/whirlpool filling

2019-02-23 Thread Susan Vossier
First, I am NOT a Russian lace expert! After looking aat Clare's photos I scrolled down the rest of the page and my eye was held by a yin/yang photo made for the 2017 motif exchange. The centres are what the French call 'araignees russes' or Russian spiders (they were probably the first I'd ever

[lace] Lace hats

2019-02-22 Thread Susan Vossier
Karen, Christine Mirecki has designed lots of hats - her Sommerhüte more or less fits what you're looking for, with twelve different designs. I was going to make one for my niece's wedding but was then told hats are only for the mothers, so made a fascinator, but thank you for reminding me - I

[lace] Kopek/whirlpool stitch

2019-02-21 Thread Susan
ith silk ribbon. I agree with Jeri, it’s confusing so I’m glad you posted the photo—a picture being worth a thousand words! In any case, your pendant is charming & the needlelace filling is effective. Congrats on a sweet finish. Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscrib

[lace] Bobbin winder

2019-02-19 Thread Susan
s a large winder for Idrija bobbins that she bought from a weaving company. If you need one of those, you should ask her for details. Hope this helps. Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@addres

Re: [lace] Bobbin question

2019-02-16 Thread Susan
Thanks Alice—good to know! I wanted to understand whether a tapered neck was a specific feature or an interpretation of the form by individual bobbin makers in those areas. Looking forward to some “new” Malmesbury & Devon style bobbins made by an expert! Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL USA

[lace] Bobbin question

2019-02-15 Thread Susan
obbins. Many thanks. Sincerely, Susan Hottle, FL USA from my iPad - 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://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/

[lace] Re: Bedfordshire lace

2019-01-27 Thread Susan
that I have a two- or three-lifetime supply of Cordonnet, I will find a solution. Many thanks again. Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL, USA Sent from my iPad > On Jan 27, 2019, at 8:25 AM, Jane Partridge wrote: > > Susan, > > There's absolutely nothing wrong in wanting to work in wh

[lace] Bedfordshire lace

2019-01-26 Thread Susan
it implies that this is the back side. When I return to Beds, I will be switching to Underwood’s Traditional Beds 20 Lessons for a few patterns. In her book, she says that Beds is worked right side up. If so, how would that be finished? What am I missing here? Many thanks! Sincerely, Susan Ho

Re: [lace] English point ground lace

2019-01-23 Thread Susan
o me. It will be a pleasure to not “close the pin”—Ha! Sincerely, Susan Hottle, Florida USA Sent from my iPad > On Jan 23, 2019, at 2:01 PM, Adele Shaak wrote: > > I always think it’s a little like cooking: - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...

[lace] English point ground lace

2019-01-23 Thread Susan
hapes/motifs that separates Luton from Bucks etc? What Am I missing in my first cursory observations? Sugge! stions are welcome. Many thanks. Sincerely, Susan Hottle, Florida USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@

[lace] Beads ‘n’ Lace

2019-01-19 Thread Susan
ould be even cuter with a bead in the center of each but I’m not sure where to add because there are so many threads in the crossing. Maybe this is not even technically possible? I would love to hear from someone who knows how this cold be done. Many thanks. Sincerely, Susan Hottle, Florida USA

Re: [lace] New Web site devoted to Lace Bobbins.

2018-12-26 Thread Susan MacLeod
What a fantastic site!  The pictures of the bobbins are beautiful.  The site is a masterpiece for all lovers of bobbin lace.  Well done, Brian sumac On 12/25/2018 6:45:16 AM, Brian Lemin wrote: Hello all, I suspect that this effort has taken me some 20 years to come to fruition, and it

[lace] Plauen Lace collection

2018-10-12 Thread Susan
Lace Museum (& hope it comes thru) for anyone who is interested or who purchased the pages. I have posted pics to Arachne Flickr. The designs are quite lovely & may provide inspiration for a future bobbin lace project. Please feel free to use them. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from m

[lace] Turning Lace Bobbins by Springett

2018-10-10 Thread Susan
If you are a member of IOLI, I believe this book is in the library M-049. One of the privileges of membership! Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera

[lace] Biennale of Australian Art

2018-09-29 Thread Susan
A friend just sent a note that this exhibit is on view in Ballarat until Nov. 6 with 150 Australian artists showing work. Please tell me that lace is represented at this event! Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing

[lace] Lace, Not Lace

2018-09-09 Thread Susan
For Janice & others who are not able to attend—there is a group of us who will drive to NJ from western PA. We plan to take lots of pictures so I’m sure some will be posted to Arachne Flickr for everyone to enjoy. Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to ma

Re: [lace] Re: Aurifil Mako 80

2018-09-09 Thread Susan
Just to add to the fun, may I ask if the thread sample was white or a color? IMHO identical threads sometimes differ in size because of the dye process. Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad > On Sep 9, 2018, at 12:43 PM, Dianne Nicholson wrote: > > Not sure where this fits but in

[lace] IOLI Convention 2019

2018-09-08 Thread Susan
at’s a least one book plus thread or maybe two books. Word to the wise who are planning ahea...d. Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail

[lace] Temporary pins in Binche

2018-09-07 Thread Susan
pinholes to help keep track of where I am. Still wrestling with bobbin management so I’ve ordered more tamers. Thanks again for lending a hand! Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@addr

[lace] The whys & wherefores of using temporary pins in Binche

2018-09-06 Thread Susan
ions are welcome. Many thanks. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - 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://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/

[lace] Corbett’s Flanders

2018-09-03 Thread Susan
nk you again, fellow Arachneans, for helping me move ahead. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - 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://www.flick

[lace] Brainstorming about color

2018-09-03 Thread Susan
ckr. . Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - 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://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/

[lace] Flanders question

2018-09-01 Thread Susan
efforts. Hope this helps others who want to try Flanders. It’s a very nice book with pretty designs. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@g

[lace] Alice’s prize-winning lappets

2018-09-01 Thread Susan
Good show Alice—congratulations! I just checked Arachne Flickr but did not see a photo? Please post one (or more!) so we can all enjoy your success & be inspired. Many thanks. Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the

[lace] Mea Culpa Avital!

2018-08-30 Thread Susan
Forgot to trim on my iPad.  Susan Sent from my iPad - 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://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/

Re: [lace] Cilaos needle lace

2018-08-30 Thread Susan
Thanks for the clarification Lorelei! This is a terrific explanation & one I will print out to share with my embroidery friends. I wasn’t thinking about the process, I was focusing on the result. Thanks again. Susan Sent from my iPad > On Aug 30, 2018, at 8:15 PM, Lorelei Halley

[lace] Cilaos needle lace

2018-08-30 Thread Susan
ine thru a grey area to separate black from white? Am I missing something here? Many thanks. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.c

[lace] Flanders question

2018-08-29 Thread Susan
ring the pinholes on the diagram. Before I cut if off, it would be helpful to know if it’s me (highly likely) or an anomaly in the pattern (highly unlikely, but possible). Many thanks for any suggestions. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne

[lace] Cilaos needle lace

2018-08-27 Thread Susan Vossier
Have just found this site: http://blogdefloralie.eklablog.com/comment-faire-les-jours-cilaos-a48648384 where I learn that you can buy Cilaos look-alikes made in Madagascar - much cheaper in St Denis market than in Cilaos! (St Denis is the capital of the Reunion Island) Sue - To unsubscribe send

[lace] Cilaos needle lace

2018-08-27 Thread Susan Vossier
Woops! Tnank you Lin, I forgot the link: http://blogdefloralie.eklablog.com/comment-faire-les-jours-cilaos-a48648384 I didn't say that the prices are astronomic because the embroiderers are paid the minimum French wage; Sue - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the

[lace] Cilaos needle lace

2018-08-27 Thread Susan Vossier
Cilaos is on the Réunion Island, a French Departement It is a form of very elaborate cutwork, and the centre where it is still made (and sold at astronomic prices) is known as the 'Maison de la Broderie' or Embroidery House. Although a lot of Madagascar embroidery is sold in the Reunion, I

[lace] Re: Cilaos needle lace

2018-08-26 Thread Susan
Rats—& you’re the only person I know who has been to Madagascar! Hope you get to the other island at a convenient time so you can tell us all about it. Susan Sent from my iPad > On Aug 26, 2018, at 5:26 PM, Sue Babbs wrote: > > Thanks, Susan, for posting this photo.

[lace] Aurifil Mako 80 thread source?

2018-08-26 Thread Susan
for $19.98 because three of the colors were on my wish list anyway. Usual disclaimers—I have no relationship with the vendor! A big Thank You to everyone who recommended the product. Hope this info helps if someone else needs this thread size. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad

[lace] Aurifil Mako 80

2018-08-23 Thread Susan
Hello All! Has anyone used this thread? If so, what did you use it for & have you formed an opinion? I just found it today at a local quilt shop & the owner said it was new last fall. Many thanks. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email t

[lace] the urchins

2018-08-16 Thread Susan MacLeod
Hunterdon Art Museum is having a lace exhibition, and the Urchins will be visiting.  I read about this on a quilting blog, which provided a link to a kickstarter page.  It is fully funded, but I am providing the link as it has pictures and a video showing some of what will be exhibited.  The

Re: [lace] Rosaline lace progress

2018-08-15 Thread Susan
. There are lots of sewings so you will need the tiny Tulip hook! If you need help with needlelace perles, contact me off list. Maybe “someday” is today? Have fun. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y

[lace] Rosaline lace progress

2018-08-12 Thread Susan
’t gone wonky. There are many lovely samples with reference measurements, closeups & discussion comments. All are copyright free for personal use & study. Have fun. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.he

Re: [lace] Thread hunt

2018-08-04 Thread Susan
Got it—thanks Brenda! Doesn’t look favorable for Rosaline. LOL. I just finished a class with Judith Cordell & had an idea to use metallic thread. When I get a spare moment, I will enlarge the pattern & try the Balger. At least it’s a thread I already know from embroidery. Susan S

[lace] YouTube of early bobbin and/or needlelace

2018-07-17 Thread Susan
made lace like that I would have a rat’s nest of threads PDQ. However, no wonder it’s such a quick method. There’s no lifting of bobbins—they just sort of roll over each other one way, then the other. Very interesting to say the least. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad

[lace] IOLI Bulletin

2018-07-12 Thread Susan
azine) so apparently this is not an isolated issue with online publishing of this type. Technology has provided us with this new digital option so let’s use it to our advantage & see whether more improvements are forthcoming. Best Wishes to everyone heading to San Antonio for the convention. Have a great time!

Re: [lace] "Hookie" bobbins

2018-07-09 Thread Susan MacLeod
I've been thinking about this all morning, and it just came back in my memory.  The name of the aluminum bobbin makers is Tregellas, from Oz, here is a link to their old catalog:  http://www.lacegumnuts.com/tregellascatalog/  I don't believe that they are in business any longer.  I got some

[lace] Interesting use of modern black lace

2018-06-26 Thread Susan
ized peeking! LOL. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - 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://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/

[lace] Poppies

2018-06-25 Thread Susan
for remembrance poppies. If you made a lace poppy for the Australian project or admired the lace exhibit of California poppies, you might enjoy reading about this extraordinary woman from Georgia. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing

Fwd: Re: [lace] computer programmers and lace

2018-05-28 Thread Susan McKinnell
I have been busy this past week sewing bobbin > bags! > > - > To unsubscribe send email tomajord...@arachne.com containing the line: > unsubscribe lacey...@address.here. For help, write to > arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets

[lace] Duchess of sussex wedding veil

2018-05-22 Thread Susan
involved. Makes me wonder how much more can actually be saved by doing appliqué on tulle? That’s really fiddly & involves lots of snipping & embroidery unless they used water soluble stabilizer. Oy! Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email t

[lace] Duchess of Sussex Wedding veil

2018-05-21 Thread Susan
haps someone will correct my recollection. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - 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://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/

[lace] Rosaline progress & misc.

2018-05-20 Thread Susan
undertake a similar project on a smaller scale! Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - 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://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/

RE: [lace] Lace and maths

2018-05-20 Thread Susan@
have grids in/behind them, and I class the Belgian laces and Honiton as geometric because of the grounds. Kind Regards Susan Website: www.susanroberts.info e-mail address: su...@susanroberts.info YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWfnh8ulGj3pS1V0f6O1jQ -Original Message- Fro

Re: [lace] Duchess of Sussex veil

2018-05-19 Thread Susan
Yes, Queen Elizabeth’s coronation gown had Commonwealth emblems embroidered on it. It was designed by Hartnell & embroidered at the Royal School. Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad > On May 19, 2018, at 4:08 PM, Sue Harvey <sueharve...@btinternet.com> wrote: >

[lace] Duchess of Sussex veil

2018-05-19 Thread Susan
What a knock out veil! I immediately wondered if the flowers were tamboured? So far, all I’ve seen online is “hand embroidered” & absolutely no mention of the Royal School. Curious to know what others know about this piece; how & where it might have been made. Sincerely, Susan Ho

[lace] Ilske’s lace photos

2018-05-14 Thread Susan
Thank you for posting! Love the green slices—they remind me of Key Lime pie. The square pockets are cute too. You’ve been busy! Did you make these for yourself, as part of a competition or are you writing a book? Lots of interesting shapes & grounds, all with a modern twist. Would love to

[lace] Lace in Bosnia?

2018-05-13 Thread Susan
Hello All! Quick question, a friend visited Bosnia last month & said she saw handmade lace. What could she have seen there? Is there a lace tradition in Bosnia that I have not seen discussed here? Many thanks. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send e

[lace] Spangles

2018-05-03 Thread Susan
Hello All! Has anyone used the Indian brass oval sequins sold on Stef Francis’ website? They are approx. 4mm x 8mm & I wondered if they might be intriguing for an early lace project. Round ones are also offered but I did not ask the size. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my

[lace] Gimp crossing

2018-04-24 Thread Susan
assive pairs are each twisted to hold the two strands of gimp snugly together. Is this something specific to Fl! anders, lacemaker’s choice or faulty memory on my part? Suggestions are welcome. Many thanks. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...

[lace] Happy Anniversary!

2018-04-14 Thread Susan MacLeod
I don't remember when I joined arachne, maybe a couple years after it started.  Jane Swanson told me about the list.  My brother built me a computer for Christmas one year, and I've been a member ever since.  Arachne  introduced me to the world of lacemaking.  Haven't made any lace recently,

[lace] Diaper patterns

2018-04-07 Thread Susan
Oops, forgot to mention—perhaps Kogin is considered a diaper pattern? Perhaps Jeri knows the answer? Susan Sent from my iPad - 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] Finger loop braiding

2018-04-07 Thread Susan
p; a 31-strand pentalpha. There are also flat Chinese braids for Miao embroidery & it looks a bit like cross! & twist—with bobbins—on a YouTube video! Gil is quite right, we shall need another lifetime to try it all! Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe sen

[lace] Lace books from Lowell Textile Museum

2018-04-07 Thread Susan
t my business to hang out there after checking in at the Ramada on Friday. There is no charge to make copies if you send them to your email account & print at home. Great resource! Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing

[lace] Flanders footside

2018-03-24 Thread Susan
; first passive pair while using the pinhole. Next time, I am tempted to put two extra twists on the edge pair to make it more firm & tidy. I used DMC 50 broder machine. Photos are posted to Flickr. Any suggestions from the experts? Many thanks for any advice! Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent

[lace] Valencienne bobbin

2018-03-13 Thread Susan
Could a photo be posted to Arachne Flickr Alex? We might all learn something. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - 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] Rosaline lace in the Alps?

2018-03-05 Thread Susan
Hello All! Is anyone contemplating Judith Cordell’s class at Alpine Experience Les Carroz at the end of July? I am looking for a roommate. Please contact me off list. Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line

[lace] Lace Guild E-membership

2018-02-07 Thread Susan
ssed it greatly but heretofore there was no reason to rejoin since I rarely received it! The E version of “Lace” will solve that. Bravo Lace Guild! Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.

[lace] Holly Leaves and DMC books

2018-01-24 Thread Susan Brooks
their shape without any stiffening. I have a DMC book which was my Grandmothers, passed down via my mother, thanks to Arachne I now know it ws published in 928 - September 1928 and says 1,120,000 copies printed in English, French, Spanish, Italian and German. Susan Brooks in soggy Weston super Mare

Re: [lace] tossing pairs in half stitch

2018-01-21 Thread Susan
these ideas when I start #3. Thanks again Jane! Sincerely, Susan Hottle USA Sent from my iPad > On Jan 21, 2018, at 6:25 AM, Jane Partridge <mous...@live.co.uk> wrote: > > I can't remember which book but there are instructions for removing pairs in half stitch - I haven't do

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