Hello All! It's a bummer to be back on eastern time when I've been on Lace Time for several days. Last weekend, I attended Ithaca Lace Days & had a blast! I ended up using the DMC 60 cordonnet for my coarse thread in the Honiton class. Upon reflection, I realized that for previous beginner pieces, I had simply used thicker thread so this will give me a chance to see the differences/similarities & make a decision for future projects. My butterfly has a body & part of one upper wing so with courage in hand, I bought some 140 thread for the next papillon. In the meantime, my roommate attended the Candida's class so I was able to leaf thru her book. Oh my--some stunning braids!!! It reminded me of Milanese so now I wonder if one was influenced by the other, or did they develop independently?? Several were so charming, I'm tempted to try them next to a Milanese braid within the same piece as they offer additional expression within a form. Specifically, I'm referring to ! the holes created in Crossover (Milanese) vs. those created in Candida's (Rice?) where the threads from one side are lifted and/or twisted over threads from the other before re-entering the work. This makes for a textural element that differs from Milanese where each side is worked thru the opposing side (crossing). Perhaps someone who knows more would be willing to comment. The bonus of the trip, other than seeing old friends & shopping at the vendor tables, was meeting Sirius. Lyn Bailey & her husband Bob brought their wonder dog along for the ride in their RV. Jet black & silky, this Newfoundland is a heart breaker! Many thanks to Holly & crew for putting on the party. Sincerely, Susan Hottle, Erie, PA USA
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