Some time ago the book on Cantu Lace (Punto Venezia/Venetian Lace) was mentioned. I have just been asked to review it for Halcyon (http://www.halcyonyarn.com/), which as some of you may know is a very good weaving supplies, knitting, etc etc shop here in Bath, Maine. They also carry some lace supplies--a good pillow, decent bobbins, and a few books. If you are travelling to Maine this summer, I urge you to drop by: it's well worth it!
But to get back to the Cantu book. Now that I have seen it, I can tell you a bit of what it contains. First of all, it is of a very high quality. It comes in two parts: the main hardback book, written in both Italian and English, and which gives a nice historical overview and includes ten lessons in the technique of Cantu lace, with pattern sheets on (nice heavy card) to match. The second part is a beginning lesson teaching the "hook" or basic element in Cantu lace. It contains pattern sheets and, best of all, a video. This last is quite remarkable in its professional quality and beginner-friendly tuition. The teacher, whose hands work slowly, clearly, and carefully, is the Italian speaker, and there are English subtitles which are very accurate. This is not meant to be a plug for Halcyon, Inc. But they asked me to write a short review of the book, so I thought I would share it. This book is carried by most of our suppliers, I'm sure. It is very expensive, but Jeri assures me that the cost of postage from Europe is the reason for that. Tess ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
