If we are taking this to the sewing realm, then perhaps I can comment, or then again it may all be common knowledge. Seamstresses of the last decade or two are into machine lace making using things like Solvy, etc., for a foundation to hold the stitches, which can be sewn on and then the base dissolves when washed. (There are machine embroidery programs also, but is probably not completely applicable). If you were in a rush, then something like cotton organdy or related may provide more foolproof exploration, but slightly less sheer background. Of course a machine net/tulle/illusion can be basted onto the dissolvable foundation and then edging stitches, entredeaux and or motifs added, (available on many computerized sewing machine versions), and used creatively to gain the desired effect. If this is what you need; something that gives the effect, but technically isn't bobbin or needlelace, then perhaps it can fill the bill. I would consider looking at Elna or Bernina, etc., (and sometimes machines are offered on eBay at astounding discounts!) for offerings of hundreds of stitch pattern options, plus many have digital cards (or older versions - cams, newer ones - computer hosted options) for machine lace fulfillment. Perhaps this is of help, and if not, just click delete. <smile> Best,Susan Reishus *****Date: Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:44:58 -0400 From: "Carolyn Smith-Kizer" <[email protected]> Subject: Re: [lace] Engageants and lappets /barbes caps
http://books.google.com/books?id=2G1sifycRUAC&pg=PA90&lpg=PA90&dq=d'argentan+ %2B+lappet&source=bl&ots=TnV2-GBPCK&sig=mZOcm9qIzynQrFXyRaRhYN9aLGc&hl=en&ei= 6DO5SoWjMtv7tgeFp6z4Dg&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=8#v=onepage&q=&f= false Dear Intrigued Devon and list, Above is a link to a d'argentan lace lappet(s) and caul--you can see that it is much simpler but similar as my original link. I've thought of using a hemsititcher/picot attachment on my old Singer 201 to produce the outside edge of the barbe/lappet and the caul cut out of current lace fabric. This would probably work unless the thread counters got too close to my reenactor headgear. I, for one, would make and wear this lappet/caul as it is seen in the paintings of the 18thC. I know it is many hours/years of work. I was just hoping that someone had seen intructions for the length of lappet and a caul in some old book or magazine, probably in German or French. My reenactor heart just wants more . Any hope??? Carolyn Nouvelle France Reenactor - To unsubscribe send email to [email protected] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [email protected]. For help, write to [email protected]
