Hey, lace fans. I know someone out there in lace land will have the answer to my question :-)
Does anyone know (or remember) who made bobbins that were spangled with a little 'stereoscope' type doodad? When you look through the tiny peephole, there's a teensie weensie picture (lacemaker I think) - not a kaleidoscope though. I was given one years ago (in the early 90's I think), by an Australian friend, who I believe bought it in the UK, so I think it's UK made. No beads on the spangle - just a fine wire holding on the little viewer. It's a nice, plain bobbin, with about a half or 3/4 inch of tight wiring at the top of the shank. Don't remember the wood, but it has nice burnished brown tones like a rosewood. Too dark for tulip wood, and I don't think it's kingwood. I also have a number of bobbins with mystery 'makers marks' on them - some are the painter's initial/s some are pyrographed into the wood. A couple are hard to fathom - I can get part of the initial, but not all of it. If you think you can help me with my initials, please email me off list - I can then send a photo if necessary to help solve the riddle. Also, one for Aussie friends: do any of you remember who did the decoupage bobbins? I have a Snugglepot and Cuddlepie one and another that has cute Aussie animals and birds (not quite Blinky Bill, but that sort of characterization). Probably done in the late 80's or early 90's, possibly from NSW, but maybe a Victorian or went down to Victoria to vend at a state branch meeting. Thanks in advance. You guys rock. Cheers, Helen, sunny, but chilly Duvall, WA - To unsubscribe send email to [email protected] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [email protected]. For help, write to [email protected]. Photo site: http://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003
