[lace] Fibre arts software
Found this while googling for something else. It's a list of links for computer software for all sorts of fibre arts. It's obviously quite an old page because some of the links are broken or out of date (eg Lace Designer Gold is listed, which was superceded a very long time ago by Lace 2000), but there's still quite a lot to investigate if your interests extend beyond lacemaking. http://www.fibreartsonline.com/res/software/softFAcat.htm#Costume%20&%20Fashion Jean in Poole, Dorset, UK - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Interesting newspaper cutting
This morning I was hunting for some information for my husband (which I didn't find) but what I did find was a brilliant newspaper cutting sent to me by someone who moved from NJ about 18 months ago. I remembered it was about bobbin lace so I took it out again and read some of it. Called Surviving by a thread and the article shows Gunvor Jorgensen and mentions the International Old Lacers Inc. When I read it I didn't know about Gunvor but from the chats last year I know much more now. I am really pleased she sent it to me and will keep it safe:-) Sue T, Dorset UK - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Lace buttons
A while back there was a thread pertaining to lace buttons which contained a link to an online tutorial and a reference to 50 Heirloom Buttons to Make. I followed the link and have the book but neither has instructions for making a bird's eye button which is the type I want to duplicate. I'd appreciate any information or directions for making this button. A Google search was not productive. Sue in NJ - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Lace buttons
I would also like the information on the birds eye buttons I also bought the book and have made two hat bands with buttons so far thanks in advance At 03:42 PM 3/20/2007, Sue Fischler wrote: A while back there was a thread pertaining to lace buttons which contained a link to an online tutorial and a reference to 50 Heirloom Buttons to Make. I followed the link and have the book but neither has instructions for making a bird's eye button which is the type I want to duplicate. I'd appreciate any information or directions for making this button. A Google search was not productive. Sue in NJ - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dearl Christiansburg, Virginia, USA My idea of housework is to sweep the room with a glance. Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons for you are crunchy, and taste good with ketchup. [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.cablenet-va.com/~dearlk/ http://photos.yahoo.com/ladearl - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] A resource for children's or beginner lessons, or demonstrators
Gentle Spiders, A recent request for beginner lesson projects reminded me of my intention to post a resource I put together a while ago. I had tried bracelets, bandages, and snakes in demonstrations before, and noticed that, in the first place, relatively few people could take the time to complete one in most demonstration situations, and, second, that if one person did take the time to complete one, it tied up the pillow for a long time, making it unavailable for others. I wanted more people to have the satisfaction of taking away a completed project. I beheaded the snake, turning it into a fish. This worked spectacularly; it took most kids at the demo where I tested it between 20 and 45 minutes to complete one fish. Using a large pillow owned by Lacemakers of Puget Sound, I put together a have-a-go kit that members could check out to use at demonstrations. Part of that kit is a notebook with the pattern, suggestions, and tips and tools for demonstrators. The file for that notebook is now posted on my website, available to anyone who might find it useful: http://weft.wlonk.com --Julie E. in Seattle - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] A resource for children's or beginner lessons, or demonstrators
Thank you Julie - this *is* a useful resource for dealing with small groups of first time lacemakers. The fish is nice done with embroidery floss too (6-strand, using all 6 strands). On 3/20/07, Julie Enevoldsen <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Gentle Spiders, > > A recent request for beginner lesson projects reminded me of my intention > to > post a resource I put together a while ago. > > > -- Bev in Sooke BC (on beautiful Vancouver Island, west coast of Canada) - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Lace Event in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA)
> LEARNING ABOUT LACE, a hands on experience > provided by The Pittsburgh Lace Group & > International Old Lacers Incorporated > > Admission $5.00 > At the Churchill Boro building, Churchill (near Pittsburgh), Pennsylvania. > Saturday, April 14th Noon to 8:00p.m. > Sunday, April 15th 10:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. > The Lace Study Box with over 80 pieces of various types of > lace, gloves, magnifiers as well as books on lace identification > > “Analyzing Lace” a slide presentation lasting about 1 hour will > also be shown periodically throughout the weekend > > Lacy Susan will provide shopping for all kinds of textile tools, > threads, books and treats Saturday all day & Sunday until 1:00p.m.~ > > For information not included in the article below please contact: > e-mail Pgh_Lace_Group@ comcast.net or call > Theresa Troyan at 412-824-8867 or Amy Gibbons at 412-828-7362 > > Directions to the Churchill Borough Building > From Monroeville: Parkway East (I-376) to the Churchill Exit (Exit > 10-A). Exit from left lane. Turn left at first intersection and > immediate right into Borough Bldg. parking lot. > From Pittsburgh: Parkway East (I-376) to Churchill Exit (Exit 10-A); > right at bottom of ramp to “Y” intersection with Beulah Rd. (Rt. 130- W); > take the right branch and immediately get into left lane. Turn left at > the light (left turn signal) onto Old Wm. Penn Highway. The Borough > Bldg. is on the left, entrance to parking lot is just beyond the > building. > Learning About Lace > > This is a wonderful opportunity to meet and greet other members of the > textile community. People often get to hear about or see pictures of > lace, but this is a chance to experience actual examples of different > kinds of lace. In 2002 when this box was here it spread over 8 large > tables. The Churchill Boro building will provide excellent lighting, > even more tables to spread out on and lots of chairs to pull up so we > can look comfortably at everything. We will bring our own Lace > identification books as well as the two that travel with the collection > written by Lia Baumeister. The collection comes with 11 pair of gloves, > and 4 magnifiers. > > “Analyzing Lace” a slide show with 75 color slides of lace and white > work embroidery will be shown at various times both Saturday and Sunday. > This should improve understanding of the lace The combination of the > lace and the slide show will provide an even better opportunity to > remember what is learned. > > Susan Wenzel has kindly agreed to send her wonderful items from her > shop.. If you would like them to bring anything special along, please > feel free to e-mail them with your request at [EMAIL PROTECTED] He > will be there Sunday only until 1:00p.m. > > I would like to encourage you to invite your friends along. This is a > unique opportunity in the Pittsburgh area. If you would like to > publicize this in any way, please do so. Robin P. Los Angeles, California, USA (formerly Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]