I loved Debbie's note on making lace and bobbins. I am sure so may of you
love your bobbins be they antique or not.
I am almost apologetic when I say that I hope my enthusiasm for antique
bobbins and the mysteries which surround them does not take away from
anyone's enjoyment of all bobbins, be they old or new.
I make them myself, though perhaps not to the standards of those who have
gained the notice of this list, but I love turning them. It demands a lot of
skill and perseverance and artistic ability.
Modern makers have the advantage of having a variety of exotic woods
available to them, superb polishes and most importantly the ability to have
super sharp tools which is a prime requirement for the turning of thinnish
bobbins which are the fashion of this time.
I too have found that other bobbin makers have unstintingly offered and
given me their time and advice in my learning process and the development of
my skills.
I have to say, that when I was making I often thought of the pleasure that I
hoped my bobbins would bring to their user. Rather like, as a nurse (which
was my profession) and I went into administration; I often thought that at
the end of that "administrative piece of paper" I hoped there would be a
patient who would benefit. (The only thing that kept me sane! :) )
To paraphrase the Springetts, -to whom we who study, use, and love lace
bobbins- have a debt of gratitude, "Success to the Lace Bobbin"
From Brian and Jean
Cooranbong. Australia
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