[lace] Arthritic hands and picking up bobbins
The problem with the method in the video is that the bobbins are being held up in the hands and her fingers are supple. I couldn't do that because my hands aren't supple and also would become tired within a few minutes. Assuming I could do it at all, I'd have to stop and rest them before I could continue. I'd also think it could be quite a painful method for some. I tried one project with Bruges style bobbins, but gave them away because I couldn't cope with them - I need the spangle to move them. There are over 90 different types of arthritis - osteo which is bone rubbing on bone (usually) from wear and tear on a joint and which most of us get as we get older, and the inflammatory types which affect soft tissue such as rheumatoid, psoriatic, lupus. People with osteo arthritis often can't understand what is so different between what they have and the inflammatory types. In my case it's rheumatoid and there's little evidence of it in my hands because it's controlled well but it doesn't take much to cause one or more finger joints to inflame. That's the reason why I would choose to move bobbins by the spangles. The other reason isn't choice; as I said previously, my fingers don't work properly. It seems to be an interruption to the signal between my brain and my fingers, probably in the same way that the tingling and pain in carpel tunnel syndrome is cause by pressure on the nerve by inflammatory tissue in the wrist, the signal to my finger tips doesn't always get there. I can be doing some sewing and happily thread needles, then suddenly I can't get the thread anywhere near the eye of the needle or into the place I'm aiming at on what I'm sewing, and I start dropping the needle, am unable to pickup the thread or a pin. Grip goes completely. My bobbins stay on the pillow even when I'm doing a plait. I envy those of you who have the dexterity to choose how you work. Fortunately most of us can find a way we can manage. 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/albums/most-recent
Re: [lace] Arthritic hands and picking up bobbins
Dear Jean and fellow Arachnids, Firstly I have to say how much I admire Jean for finding ways around her problems and still producing beautiful lace. Secondly, with apologies to cat-lovers, there are many ways to skin a cat. There are as many ways of making lace as there are lacemakers. Watch some of the really traditional lacemakers carefully and you will begin to see differences in the way they hold and/or place their bobbins, place their pins, work their patterns, make their sewings etc. Most people find one way easier than another and it is a matter of experiment and choice to find what works best for you. Don't ever give up because of a problem. I have even helped a woman who'd lost both hands in a horrific accident to make lace with her artificial hands. Extra large bobbins with spangles, large berry pins and simple patterns worked although she did need some help with tensioning and very occasionally with pin placement. Bobbin winding was beyond her so I did that. Being able to make lace gave her great pleasure. Happy lacemaking, Joepie, East Sussex, UK From: Jean Nathan Sent: Thursday, May 31, 2012 8:28 AM To: Lace Subject: [lace] Arthritic hands and picking up bobbins The problem with the method in the video is that the bobbins are being held up in the hands and her fingers are supple. I couldn't do that because my hands aren't supple and also would become tired within a few minutes. -- - I need the spangle to move them. My bobbins stay on the pillow even when I'm doing a plait. I envy those of you who have the dexterity to choose how you work. Fortunately most of us can find a way we can manage. 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/albums/most-recent
Re: [lace] Arthritic hands and picking up bobbins
I sure admire you for persevering in the face of your problems. Karen in Malta Let your email find you with BlackBerry® from Vodafone -Original Message- From: Jean Nathan j...@nathan54.freeserve.co.uk Sender: owner-l...@arachne.com Date: Thu, 31 May 2012 08:28:35 To: Lacelace@arachne.com Reply-To: Jean Nathan j...@nathan54.freeserve.co.uk Subject: [lace] Arthritic hands and picking up bobbins The problem with the method in the video is that the bobbins are being held up in the hands and her fingers are supple. I couldn't do that because my hands aren't supple and also would become tired within a few minutes. Assuming I could do it at all, I'd have to stop and rest them before I could continue. I'd also think it could be quite a painful method for some. I tried one project with Bruges style bobbins, but gave them away because I couldn't cope with them - I need the spangle to move them. There are over 90 different types of arthritis - osteo which is bone rubbing on bone (usually) from wear and tear on a joint and which most of us get as we get older, and the inflammatory types which affect soft tissue such as rheumatoid, psoriatic, lupus. People with osteo arthritis often can't understand what is so different between what they have and the inflammatory types. In my case it's rheumatoid and there's little evidence of it in my hands because it's controlled well but it doesn't take much to cause one or more finger joints to inflame. That's the reason why I would choose to move bobbins by the spangles. The other reason isn't choice; as I said previously, my fingers don't work properly. It seems to be an interruption to the signal between my brain and my fingers, probably in the same way that the tingling and pain in carpel tunnel syndrome is cause by pressure on the nerve by inflammatory tissue in the wrist, the signal to my finger tips doesn't always get there. I can be doing some sewing and happily thread needles, then suddenly I can't get the thread anywhere near the eye of the needle or into the place I'm aiming at on what I'm sewing, and I start dropping the needle, am unable to pickup the thread or a pin. Grip goes completely. My bobbins stay on the pillow even when I'm doing a plait. I envy those of you who have the dexterity to choose how you work. Fortunately most of us can find a way we can manage. 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/albums/most-recent - 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/albums/most-recent
Re: [lace] Arthritic hands and picking up bobbins
You must have made her very happy. How wonderfully thoughtful. Karen in Malta Let your email find you with BlackBerry® from Vodafone -Original Message- From: J D Hammett jdhamm...@msn.com Sender: owner-l...@arachne.com Date: Thu, 31 May 2012 10:17:55 To: Jean Nathanj...@nathan54.freeserve.co.uk; Lacelace@arachne.com Reply-To: J D Hammett jdhamm...@msn.com Subject: Re: [lace] Arthritic hands and picking up bobbins Dear Jean and fellow Arachnids, Firstly I have to say how much I admire Jean for finding ways around her problems and still producing beautiful lace. Secondly, with apologies to cat-lovers, there are many ways to skin a cat. There are as many ways of making lace as there are lacemakers. Watch some of the really traditional lacemakers carefully and you will begin to see differences in the way they hold and/or place their bobbins, place their pins, work their patterns, make their sewings etc. Most people find one way easier than another and it is a matter of experiment and choice to find what works best for you. Don't ever give up because of a problem. I have even helped a woman who'd lost both hands in a horrific accident to make lace with her artificial hands. Extra large bobbins with spangles, large berry pins and simple patterns worked although she did need some help with tensioning and very occasionally with pin placement. Bobbin winding was beyond her so I did that. Being able to make lace gave her great pleasure. Happy lacemaking, Joepie, East Sussex, UK From: Jean Nathan Sent: Thursday, May 31, 2012 8:28 AM To: Lace Subject: [lace] Arthritic hands and picking up bobbins The problem with the method in the video is that the bobbins are being held up in the hands and her fingers are supple. I couldn't do that because my hands aren't supple and also would become tired within a few minutes. -- - I need the spangle to move them. My bobbins stay on the pillow even when I'm doing a plait. I envy those of you who have the dexterity to choose how you work. Fortunately most of us can find a way we can manage. 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/albums/most-recent - 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/albums/most-recent
Re: [lace] Arthritic hands and picking up bobbins
Dear Jean et al, What can I say, Jean, except that sounds like a particularly frustrating situation. As one with no cartilage in one joint of both thumbs per x-rays, I look for other methods so I'm ready when the time comes. Sometimes my thumbs hurt, and then, pardon for the graphic nature, I just pull my thumb out, so the bits don't rub, and I'm fine. It's amazing, but it beats surgery and immobility for 6 weeks. It might help some. This discussion arose some time ago, and I mentioned then seeing the owner of the lace shop in Linkoping stand up and work palms down on a Swedish pillow, which is a cookie/roller pillow, using Swedish bobbins, which have a big bulb at the end, and are fairly short. But her thumbs were not involved. That might not help everyone, but it might help some. There are at least 2 videos on youtube which show Swedish lacemaking. The first one is fairly clear, and the woman clearly uses her thumbs sometimes, but frequently she doesn't, and this method could be adapted for a totally thumbs free method. The second video is longer, silent, follows the first, and it does show some Swedish lacemakers, after some pictures of Vadstena, and some of them do not seem to use their thumbs ever, although it is not nearly as close up as the first video. But when it's a choice of a new method, or no lacemaking, this might provide a solution, or at least ideas, for some. http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreenv=xDTwiX9r_rwNR=1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSkTeGH1Ap8feature=autoplaylist=PL10B637A36966DA60playnext=2 Lyn in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, USA, where it is going to be a lovely day, and we've been married 43 years today. Jean wrote The problem with the method in the video [ http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreenv=xDTwiX9r_rwNR=1 ]is that the bobbins are being held up in the hands and her fingers are supple. I couldn't do that because my hands aren't supple and also would become tired within a few minutes. Assuming I could do it at all, I'd have to stop and rest them before I could continue. I'd also think it could be quite a painful method for some. I tried one project with Bruges style bobbins, but gave them away because I couldn't cope with them - I need the spangle to move them. My email sends out an automatic message. Arachne members, please ignore it. I read your emails. - 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/albums/most-recent
[lace] removing stains
Hello All! As you may recall, I have many textile-related interests. To that end, I belong to ANG (American Needlepoint Guild) this morning there was a small reference to a US-made product that is touted to remove all manner of stains. It is called Restoration made by Engleside Products (Lancaster, PA). It was reviewed on the 'Melita stitches 4 fun' blogsite--with photos of successfully removed stains on folded linen--from her contact Judy. I have NOT used the product, so I'm simply forwarding the info for discussion! After checking the Arachne Archives (!!--Yes I found them Jeri-- by golly they work!), I see that the last discussion of this product was in 2009. So the big question is--has anyone tried it or pursued the ingredients list? Any comments from our museum experts? Apparently it is available directly from PA or on Amazon. Sincerely, Susan Hottle, Erie, PA 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/albums/most-recent
[lace] Re: Thin Bobbins - There Is Never Enough Room
I made bobbins with bamboo skewers and beads, but I found after I had wound a few, that the wood was not very smooth and snagged the thread. It had felt okay in my hand but not in use. Knitters who use bamboo skewers for knitting (socks for instance), smooth them with fine sandpaper or a nail buffer, and then rub them with waxed paper or bees wax. The latter may not be desirable for the thread portion of the bobbin, but perhaps is helpful info. You could also consider treating them with a non-acid finish (within the concept of shellac or evolved synthetics), just dipping them and allowing them to dry. Of course bamboo skewer quality varies as with anything. Possibly a gourmet cooking shop may have tighter grained skewers than the dollar store. If you are really into this, why not consider buying bamboo double pointed knitting needles from eBay. They come in 5, 6, 7 or 8 lengths and cost a bit more but you may be surprised at the prices. These have been finished for knitting, so may be worth the savings in time and frustration. Most you can reach the distributor directly, and they may consider selling them wholesale if you buy quantities. Best, Susan Reishus - 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/albums/most-recent
[lace] Re: Arthritic Hands and Picking Up Bobbins
The other reason isn't choice; as I said previously, my fingers don't work properly. It seems to be an interruption to the signal between my brain and my fingers, probably in the same way that the tingling and pain in carpel tunnel syndrome is cause by pressure on the nerve by inflammatory tissue in the wrist, the signal to my finger tips doesn't always get there. I can be doing some sewing and happily thread needles, then suddenly I can't get the thread anywhere near the eye of the needle or into the place I'm aiming at on what I'm sewing, and I start dropping the needle, am unable to pickup the thread or a pin. Grip goes completely. Jean It sounds like neuropathy, which typically stems from compression in the cervical spine and can be caused by or accrue with sitting a certain way (like leaning over a bobbin lace pillow). It increases pain in the arms and esp. hands, and there are synapses where you think you have a hold on something and suddenly you drop it, thinking your grip has been constant. There are things to counter it, so I would check with your doctor. It can range from vertebrae being out of place, to disc compression. There are things you can do to counter and even remedy some, most or for some, all of it. Traction, spinal adjustment, physical/occupational therapy, strengthening the muscles in the neck, supplements, change in diet, and so much more. Even a finding your perfect pillow/s can really improve things. Anything to help us be able to lace and cure or limit pain and further damage. HTH, Susan Reishus - 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/albums/most-recent
[lace] Arthritic hands and Picking Up Bobbins
No Susan, it isn't neuropathy associated with the cervical spine - my rheumatologist has confirmed that it seems to be an interruption to the signal between my brain and fingers and is not uncommon. I don't get pain, just loss of control, unlike when I had carpal tunnel syndrome which was caused by the accumulation of inflammatory tissue around the nerve passing through the wrist and was extremely painful until the offending tissue was cut out. As you would expect of an efficient investigative team, I've had nerve conduction tests as well as X-Rays of my neck and spine. I also have tests on the level of feeling in my finger tips each time I have my regular rheumatology checks among many other examinations. My problems are small compared with some of you, and the solution is simple - moving bobbins by the spangles and patience because I'm slow as a result. I would be interested to hear what other problems people have (not only arthritis) and how they've overcome them so they can make lace, or if they have a problem that they can't seem to find a solution for. We're all different and what works for one person won't work for another with the same problem, for instance (not lace related) I can only use the circular rocker type of ring pull puller, not the fork lever style. 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/albums/most-recent
[lace] Queen's Diamond Jubilee
Just ordered the beautiful Archer Jubilee commemorative bobbin. It's expensive, but looks rather lovely. Only downside is that it's popular and there's a wait of about 12 weeks for it. It's shown in his on-line catalogue: http://www.ararcherltd.co.uk/?page_id=13 Don't think I've got any bobbins by him, but couldn't resist this one. 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/albums/most-recent
Re: [lace] Queen's Diamond Jubilee
Oh wow! That is spectacular!! Sue sueba...@comcast.net - 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/albums/most-recent
[lace] Fw: I have been spamed
Hello all, I have been spammed. Do not open anything from me with the subject matter Hi. It gets into your computer and sends the same message to everyone on your contact list. If this does happen to you, you need to change your password to access your internet messages. Hopefully this will stop the problem. Andy Blodgett Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand and wine in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming WOO HOO what a ride! - 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/albums/most-recent
RE: [lace] Arthritic hands and Picking Up Bobbins
Jean, I have nerve damage in my left hand...symptom's similar to carpel tunnel but not fixable. I just accept slow is the way it is and continue doing bucks-point and knitted lace, clumsily but carefully. Now complicated with a broken right wrist (radial bone at joint) and nerve damage in my right thumb...not sure yet what happened there but it was bundled with the arm break. You just refuse to let it stop you and keep on lacing!! My doc says to keep on with the needle-work. His nurse practitioner would have me stop all use of my right hand. My doc knows me better than her. I could no sooner stop needlework than I could stop breathing. Cearbhael -Original Message- From: owner-l...@arachne.com [mailto:owner-l...@arachne.com] On Behalf Of Jean Nathan Sent: Thursday, May 31, 2012 1:12 PM To: Lace Subject: [lace] Arthritic hands and Picking Up Bobbins No Susan, it isn't neuropathy associated with the cervical spine - my rheumatologist has confirmed that it seems to be an interruption to the signal between my brain and fingers and is not uncommon. the solution is simple - moving bobbins by the spangles and patience because I'm slow as a result. I would be interested to hear what other problems people have 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/albums/most-recent - 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/albums/most-recent
Re: [lace] Arthritic hands and Picking Up Bobbins
I would be interested to hear what other problems people have (not only arthritis) and how they've overcome them so they can make lace, I have severe osteoarthritis. Not twinges now and then but started having trouble when I was 30, have been in a wheelchair for the last ten years and may have to get an electric chair because my hands hurt too much to push the manual chair. Twenty years ago, I learned bobbin lace when I couldn't hold an embroidery needle any more. I really like square bobbins, they seem easier to hold http://www.vansciverbobbinlace.com/B_LargeSquare_Guatambu.gif Sharon - 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/albums/most-recent
[lace] LOKK necklace pattern
Hello All! The last time I mentioned this subject, several of you agreed that it was a clever idea something you wanted to try. Have you? If so, were you successful or did problems sprout like weeds after a rain storm? Let's just say there's been some gnashing of teeth over the past few days as I've tried to finish enough length to make a decent necklace. I'm going to blame it on operator error but would sure like to know how/why/where I went astray. Is the designer a member of Arachne would he/she give some additional guidance? I was really into the concept, loved the threads it looked great until I took it off the pillow to find a gaping chasm for almost the entire length. Clearly I didn't tension properly?? Or use enough bobbins??. To save the project, I wove in additional threads with a tapestry needle but the effect is less than stellar. The recommended threads were not available so I used substitutes selected from Brenda's book, 15 passive pairs plus O! liver Twist variegated cotton for the weaver. Working in sets of 5, I tensioned after each set, then retensioned when setting the pin pulling the right pair to the left. Pins were pushed in after 2 pins were worked. Since I don't have a block pillow, I moved the lace/cord ended up with a nodule at that point. So--if anyone can help, your advice is welcome! Sincerely, Susan Hottle, bummed out in Erie, PA 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/albums/most-recent
Re: [lace] Queen's Diamond Jubilee Bone Bobbin
Hello to One and All! The beautiful bobbin is on page 14 of the catalog. I would love to have 1! SIGH Hugs, Susie Rose My Etsy store: http://www.susierosedesigns.etsy.com My Blujay store: http://SusieRose.blujay.com Mom for Death by Socks: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DeathbySocks/ Mom for UFO 12 for 12: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/UFO12for12/ From: Jean Nathan j...@nathan54.freeserve.co.uk To: Lace lace@arachne.com Sent: Thursday, May 31, 2012 12:09 PM Subject: [lace] Queen's Diamond Jubilee Just ordered the beautiful Archer Jubilee commemorative bobbin. It's expensive, but looks rather lovely. Only downside is that it's popular and there's a wait of about 12 weeks for it. It's shown in his on-line catalogue: http://www.ararcherltd.co.uk/?page_id=13 Don't think I've got any bobbins by him, but couldn't resist this one. 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/albums/most-recent
[lace] LOKK necklace pattern
Susan Post a photo of what you have. When we see it we can make suggestions. 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/albums/most-recent
[lace] arthritic hands and lace making
I have fibromyalgia and arthritis. I have been told I also have carpal tunnel syndrome, but it isn't as bothersome as the other two. I usually try to pace myself and not push too hard at anything. Weather changes can throw me for a loop because I will start hurting for no apparent reason. Very frustrating! I try to not work on lace for more than a couple of hours at a time to avoid problems. I also have poor vision (even with glasses) so I haven't tried working with very fine thread. I have a good magnifier, but it isn't as easy to see the whole picture when looking through the distortion. I have cataracts that aren't ripe enough to be removed, as well as astigmatism and near sightedness. Liz in Missouri, USA where we finally got some much needed rain and cooler weather. - 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/albums/most-recent
[lace] Re: Arthritic Hands and Picking Up Bobbins
it isn't neuropathy associated with the cervical spine - my rheumatologist has confirmed that it seems to be an interruption to the signal between my brain and fingers All the nerves from the brain run through the cervical spine, and when there is interruption there, it causes the neuropathy. Here, some do a needle EMG to diagnose the challenge and degree. It is a tricky thing as you think it is fine and then drop things. Symptoms vary with the area where the constriction is, as they all run through the Atlas, and then fan off from there to different areas, via each vertebrae. My guess would be that you have constriction in the area of C5-6. At least know that there are things that can be done to at least control and often improve it. Sometimes MD's or neurologists aren't as helpful as others that they can refer you to. They often diagnose but aren't proactive in getting you to people who can improve it. It is frustrating, but not terribly painful (though other areas can be). If you accept it that is fine, but it tends to degenerate without attention and modalities to control or improve it, which are possible. Best, Susan Reishus - 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/albums/most-recent
[lace] Video with Brief Feature of Alencon Lace
This video is for tourism to Normandy, but I thought you might enjoy not only it, but esp. the brief visual of Alencon lace toward the last section of the video. Of course you can stop it to study it more: http://us.mg6.mail.yahoo.com/neo/launch?.rand=8njo5fge5ahtu Best, Susan Reishus - 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/albums/most-recent
[lace] Re: Thin Bobbins - There Is Never Enough Room
Susan Reishus elationrelat...@yahoo.com wrote: Possibly a gourmet cooking shop may have tighter grained skewers than the dollar store. If you are really into this, why not consider buying bamboo double pointed knitting needles from eBay. They come in 5, 6, 7 or 8 lengths and cost a bit more but you may be surprised at the prices. These have been finished for knitting, so may be worth the savings in time and frustration.- Double-pointed knitting needles in fine sizes makes sense. But why not go for wood ones instead of bamboo? Then there's no worry about the fibers that bamboo can give off. Double-points generally come in 5 (12.5 cm), 6 (15 cm), and 8 (20 cm). The long ones could be cut in half for 2 short-ish bobbins so they would be less expensive than the shorter ones. Robin P. Los Angeles, California, USA robinl...@socal.rr.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/albums/most-recent
