Re: [lace] Speed and efficiency in lace?
Hi All, I flick my bobbins when doing tallies/leaves, and find it doesn't take long to make one. After I learned that way (thanks, Josée!), I had other teachers demonstrate other methods but none were any where near as fast. I also work cloth stitch the way Nancy mentioned - it's much quicker. Cheers, Cindy, in Ontario, Canada > For example, I studied bobbin lace at the Hotel de la Dentelle in Brioude, > and they have a trick for making tallies that allows their staff and > graduates to work impressively fast. It's hard to explain, but essentially > you never pick up and carry your bobbins palms down. Instead you rotate > your hands 180 degrees in a seamless flow and fling the bobbins back and > forth. Sorry if that isn't very clear, they must have videos of it > somewhere. > > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
Re: [lace] Google photos sharing link
Hi Brian, Thank you!! What a wonderful resource, and wonderful of you to share it with so many!! I have recently acquired some old bobbins so this will be a great place to see if I can find out more about them. Cheers, Cindy Rusak, Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada On Sat, Jan 4, 2020, 9:35 PM I choose google photos. > > > > It has scared me rather as Google appears to have a copy of every photo I > have taken and every image I have created! I suppose I did not handle the > process properly, but I am not too worried about it. > > > > I have discovered that apparently I can share a Album with you. I presume > if you click on it will take you there: > > > > https://photos.app.goo.gl/vstK8ADx3qo3KtRc6 > > > > This is my "Lace Making Bobbin Album" and it contains almost 1500 pictures, > the large majority of which are annotated and in Postcard format. These > are > the pictures in the physical albums I want to get rid of, as mentioned in > my > earlier post. > > > > I have been doing this for years and whilst I think my comments are mostly > accurate I have made a few blunders over the years, particularly in my > earlier times when I really knew hardly anything about these wonderful > tools. > > > > I hope this works and you may share the link with others. > > > > I also need to say a special thank you to Arachne members who will have > contributed to these pictures either with a single bobbin or perhaps > sharing > with me your whole collection. > > > > I see this as an educational database and putting on record a selection of > Lace making bobbins that people may not ordinarily see. > > > > Essentially this is an ANTIQUE /VINTAGE bobbin collection and I would like > it to remain so. Having said that I believe that modern bobbin makers and > bobbin decorators make beautiful bobbins and very collectable bobbins; but > this is not the place for them. > > > > So, fingers crossed it will work. > > > > > > Many thanks for the suggestions. Sorry no prize for the person who > suggested Google! Smile. > > > > Regards > > Brian, who is still fortunately is not threatened by fires. > > > > > > > _ > > I am using the Free version of SPAMfighter <http://www.spamfighter.com/len > > > . > SPAMfighter has removed 195 of my spam emails to date. > > Do you have a slow PC? < > http://www.spamfighter.com/SLOW-PCfighter?cid=sigen> > Try a free scan! > > - > To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: > unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to > arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/ > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
Re: [lace] Maria & Stella Niforos
I have purchased a couple of pieces from Maria and she still sells on eBay. She has quality lace for sale Cindy Rusak, in sunny Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada On Wed, Oct 9, 2019, 1:32 PM Susan Hello All! Just today I stumbled upon these websites. LOTS OF LACE EYE > CANDY! > marianiforos.com > stellaniforos.com > Does anyone know these ladies? I found an obituary that seemed to match, > so I wonder if one or both have passed & someone else is carrying on after? > Sincerely, Susan Hottle FL, USA > > Sent from my iPad > > - > To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: > unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to > arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/ > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
Re: [lace] 12 pair crossings
I should have added that these joinings are different than what Sharon was describing. Cindy - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
Re: [lace] 12 pair crossings
Hi, I have quite a collection of antique Maltese lace and several pieces have the seam between strips where a multi tally crossing would normally be. I have a collar that has 8 tally 'flowers', with 4 tallies on each edge of 2 strips and you can see the sewing thread joining them to make the full 'flower'. I can try to upload a picture to Flickr but that might take me a while as I have not done it before. Cindy On Mon, Sep 10, 2018 at 2:55 PM, Karen ZM wrote: > That would definitely not be traditional Maltese. > > Karen in Malta > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
Re: [lace] 12 pair crossings
Hi Sharon, Do you have a picture? I think Le Puy and Maltese laces use that technique for wide laces. The lace is made in strips and then sewn together, and sometimes the join is where there would be tally crossing. Cheers, Cindy in Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada On Sun, Sep 9, 2018, 11:29 PM Rick & Sharon Whiteley, wrote: > I have a piece of vintage lace and have now been shown 2 more examples > where > there are 6 or 8 leaf tallies crossing in a peculiar way. To begin with > the > tallies are long and skinny, where they join in the middle it appears that > each half of either the 6 or 8 was made separately and sewn together > later. > > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
Re: [lace] Re: Mystery Thread
Hi All, I have a cone of thread that still has the original plastic cover and labels on it (including the 9052), and it is the exact same as Lorri's except it is 70/2. The FFR red label does say Fil de Lin Dentelles, so I think Lorri's thread is linen. From several cones I have, at one point it seems the colour of the plastic cone indicated the thread size, green for 90/2, red/orange for 80/2, grey for 70/2, etc., while newer cones seemed to have changed to all sizes having blue cones. Cheers, Cindy Rusak, Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada On Thu, Sep 6, 2018 at 9:46 AM, N.A. Neff wrote: > I'm sorry to be a stickler, but it is actually not conclusive that what > Lorri has is linen on the basis of Jane's evidence. Jane's second cone, > which is labeled linen, has a different stock number (9051 instead of > 9052). We still don't have a 9052 with an outer label on it. Neither of the > two cones in the picture, that are definitely labeled linen, match either > cone color of the 9052's. And Jane's 9052 is size 140/2, which is very fine > for a linen--not impossible of course, but less likely. > > > - > To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: > unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to > arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/ > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
[lace] Re: Lace in Ireland
I meant to write "isn't much available". Cindy On Wed, Aug 2, 2017 at 9:21 AM, Cindy Rusak wrote: > Thank you everyone who replied. It sounds like there is much available > where my brother and his wife are going which is what I suspected. > > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
[lace] Re: Lace in Ireland
Thank you everyone who replied. It sounds like there is much available where my brother and his wife are going which is what I suspected. Cheers, Cindy Rusak On Tue, Aug 1, 2017 at 4:41 PM, Cindy Rusak wrote: > Hello All, > > My brother and sister-in-law are going to Ireland for 10 days and will be > in Dublin, Dingle, and Galloway. My sister-in-law asked if she could pick > up any Irish lace for me but I don't really know much about where lace is > made in Ireland. So I'm wondering if anyone knows if there is a shop in > any of the 3 places listed above that would sell genuine handmade Irish > lace? > > Thanks, > Cindy Rusak, Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada, where it is very warm today. > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
[lace] Lace in Ireland
Hello All, My brother and sister-in-law are going to Ireland for 10 days and will be in Dublin, Dingle, and Galloway. My sister-in-law asked if she could pick up any Irish lace for me but I don't really know much about where lace is made in Ireland. So I'm wondering if anyone knows if there is a shop in any of the 3 places listed above that would sell genuine handmade Irish lace? Thanks, Cindy Rusak, Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada, where it is very warm today. - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
[lace] Re: Missing Emails
Thanks everyone for the responses. I guess Gmail has changed it's filters. I will either check the archives or subscribe to the digest. Jeri's emails are always so informative that I don't want to miss them. Cindy - in still grey and expecting snow for the next week Bracebridge, - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
[lace] Missing Emails
Hi All, For some reason, I am no longer receiving Jeri's emails. Some time ago I had to set up a filter so that her emails didn't get sent to my spam folder - it was only her emails that gmail was directing to my spam folder at the time. Now I don't get any emails from Jeri in my inbox, or my spam. I just looked at the archives and notice that I missed a whole thread about a Festive Costume Auction. So this time I didn't receive the response emails from Annette and Catherine as well. Is anyone else experiencing this or does anyone have any idea how I can fix this? I've checked my settings but the only filter I have in place is for all '(lace)' emails to be sent to my inbox - that was what fixed the problem when Jeri's emails started being sent to spam. Thanks, Cindy Rusak in cold grey Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
Re: [lace] Arachne Lurker's Complaints
Hi Jeri, I read most of the Arachne postings and saw that email, and really had no idea what the problem was. In fact, I went to the Archives to see if I had missed a posting or thread. I do the same as Adele, and just google the archives when I need them. I appreciate all the you post, Cindy Rusak, Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada â - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
[lace] Dee Palin
Dear All, I have lost touch with Dee Palin, and wondering if she is still on the list or if anyone on the list is in contact with her. I would love to touch base with her again. Thanks, Cindy Rusak, Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada, where we have a winter wonderland today. - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
[lace] Christmas Exchange
Hi All, I received the most beautiful ornament from Janet Theaker today. She is a very talented lacemaker and I'm feeling very lucky! Happy holidays to everyone, Cindy Rusak, Bracebrdige, Ontario, Canada - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
Re: [lace] RE: lace maps
Hi All, Yes, there was a lace map made of Canada. Each province and territory was done by a different lacemaker. I did the province of Quebec. It was a Russian ground, and I wasn't really thinking when I started it and used Midlands bobbins. It was non-stop sewings, so now I'm very proficient with sewings! Cheers, Cindy, in cold, snowy/rainy Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada On Sat, Nov 8, 2014 at 6:28 PM, Helen Bell wrote: > Jeri, > > I have a vague notion that there was a map made in lace, and is of the UK > or > at least the English counties? Seems like there was a picture or article > about it in a UK Lace magazine? > > I don't have the issue in front of me, but my citation is Mowforth, D. 'A > Honiton map of England', in, Lace, (117), January 2005, pp 40-1. > > It's contemporary I think, so not sure if that helps you out any. > > > Helen, in overcast Duvall, WA. > > - > To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: > unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to > arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/ > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
Re: [lace] Ruhland lace collection
Evening All, Currently there is an exhibit of selected pieces from the Margaret Ruhland's lace collection (The Art of the Lacemaker) on at the Guelph Civic Museum in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. It runs until Nov. 2 and is one of the few times that this collection has been available to the public. Cheers, Cindy Rusak, Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada On Sat, Oct 18, 2014 at 7:47 PM, Lorelei Halley wrote: > As a sidenote to Jeri's report on the Ann Bernard blog: > > Margaret Ruhland was a member of needlelacetalk on ning, and posted many, > many > photos of needlelace from her collection. Most of the photos are very close > up, and you can see every thread. Usually, each piece is represented in a > dozen or so photos, which focus on various parts of the lace. Prepare to > spend > a few hours -- there is that much. > > http://needlelacetalk.ning.com/photo/album/listForOwner?screenName=10ruuhbhzd > yhd > > Each album contains the photos for 1 piece of lace. > > Lorelei Halley > > - > To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: > unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to > arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/ > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
[lace] Chris Prentis
Morning All, I am doing a talk about the use of lace in theatre at the end of this month. In researching this I have come across a couple of references to lace supplied to the Globe Theatre (London) by Chris Prentis, and she also did a couple of talks on this. I have been unsuccessful trying to find contact information for her. Can anyone on this list help me with this? Please reply offlist. Thank you, Cindy Rusak, Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
Re: [lace] Another "lace bobbin" on Ebay - any ideas on what it is?
Or a fan pull for the cord of a ceiling fan. I had a secret pal give me a wooden one that looks pretty much the same. Cindy Rusak, in snowy Bracebridge, ON, Canada - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
Re: [lace] Name the Good Teachers, Please!
Hi All, My first weeklong lacemaking course was taught by Gail Young, who at that time also ran Trilliim Lace. She was great, and let us progress at the speed that was appropriate for each student. This allowed some of us who were extremely keen to really move ahead in that week. Josee Poupart was teaching as well but worked more with the more advanced/returning students. She was the one who taught me to do leaves at the end of the week and taught me Bedfordshire lace during my second course with them. She now teaches a leaves and tally workshop as well as other workshops. I still keep in touch with both Gail and Josee, and see both occasionally at International Lace Camp in Ontario. I've had other good teachers since then but I credit those two for teaching lacemaking in such a way that I do not ever feel afraid of trying something new even if it looks like it might be difficult. Cheers, Cindy Rusak in very rainy Bracebridge, Ontario > Sent from my iPad > > But, please name the GOOD ones! > > > > Even if they are deceased, good teachers may receive your praise, and it > > may help newbies to determine what old lace instruction books are best > to > > buy. > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
Re: [lace] Old beds
Hi All, When I started making lace I already had a pretty good idea of the direction I wanted to take, namely Beds and Maltese. I took a week long course and one of the first things we did was a Russian flower that was big enough to take us at least 2 days to finish - we certainly knew how to twist and cross by the end of it. At the end of the week, I asked if one of the teachers could teach me how to do leaves as both Beds and Maltese have lots of leaves. The one teacher took the time to teach me and there was never a word that I wasn't ready or I had to learn other stuff first, which meant I learned to do leaves without any fear or preset opinions about leaves/tallies. I love doing leaves and most of the lace I do has leaves, including my 5 meters which had 10 leaves per repeat and about 125 repeats in the 5 meters. I have to credit my first teachers for letting me approach making lace the way I needed to and not putting boundaries on it, which has allowed me to attempt any type of lace I have an interest in. Cheers, Cindy Rusak, in Bracebridge, Ontario, where the cool fall weather is finally about to hit us. - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
Re: [lace] Lace camp
Hi All, I just got back from Lace Camp. It was the 20th anniversary this year and there were about 52 attendees. It's a great week in a great place. Cheers, Cindy Rusak, Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada On Sat, Jul 13, 2013 at 9:26 AM, Hazel Smith wrote: > Interesting but that was in 2001 - 12 years ago. Does anyone on Arachne > know > if this camp is still going on ? > <http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/> > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
Re: [lace] threads
Hi Jane, It is a cotton (vintage types) cord wrapped in rayon. If you look at modern wedding laces with a 'gimp', the gimp cord is similar to what they are suggesting. Here is a close-up from a modern piece: http://doily.exblog.jp/8393729. It is much heavier than a normal gimp thread. Vintage cord turns up occasionally on eBay and is often advertised as crochet gimp. I think it may have been used to crochet purses. I was in a ribbon store in Toronto recently and they had rayon gimp available in quite a number colours. I think some fabric stores carry it but maybe only in white and black, and I suspect the modern version is probably a polyester core with a rayon wrapping. Hope this helps, Cindy Rusak, Bracebridge, ON, Canada On Sun, Jun 9, 2013 at 8:38 PM, Jane O'Connor wrote: > I, too, have a threads question. What is Mirecourt cord? I picked up a > pattern > yesterday that call for it used as a gimp and have no idea what the thread > is > or > possible substitution. Help! > Jane O'Connor > New Lenox, IL USA > > - > To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: > unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to > arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/ > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
Re: [lace] Help me find this book
Hi All, After a quick search, I came up with this: http://christinemirecki.wordpress.com/kloeppelbriefe/buecher/505-2/, for anyone interested in obtaining the book. I also checked a couple of US suppliers and it was available, so probably at other suppliers as well. Cheers, Cindy Rusak, Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada On Sat, Mar 16, 2013 at 8:40 AM, Jenny Brandis wrote: > Hi Liz > > This is why, whenever I use a pattern from the web I try to find the > original source and buy that. If I can find out which book this came from, > it is going to be purchased and placed into my lace library. Mind you, I > would never have found this book on my own, so seeing the pattern online is > actually going to make a new sale for the author :-) You will notice it is > a > lowres version I have placed up for identification purposes. Once the book > is found those details will go on the site and the scans will come down. > > It's good to do the right thing by the author/ designer - I just need to > find out who they are. > > Regards > Jenny B > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
Re: [lace] Finished mangling!
Absolutely stunning! Congratulations! Cindy - in grey Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada On Mon, Dec 3, 2012 at 6:52 AM, AGlez wrote: > Hello my friends from Arachne, > > I have finally finished mangling, as I already told you, and have uploaded > a photo of the scarf to my Flickr album. > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
Re: [lace] what is it?
Hi Laurie, I think it is some kind of weaving shuttle - a lace weaving shuttle maybe? I saw quite a number of these at antique markets when I lived in Wisconsin and they always had silk or rayon thread on the spool. I'm sure someone else will have the definitive answer. Cheers, Cindy Rusak, in snowy Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada On Sat, Mar 5, 2011 at 4:51 PM, wrote: > Anyone have a clue what this ebay item is 160554853139 ? > > Laurie > > http://lacenews.net > > - > To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: > unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to > arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: > http://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003 > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003
Re: [lace] Steam Irons that Leak
Hi All, I've had the same problem with a Rowenta iron. I work in the wardrobe department at the Stratford Festival in Stratford, Ontario and we use a very heavy duty interfacing as a pressing cloth which is somewhat transparent and is great if you want to see what you are pressing. The fabric has almost a plastic feel to it but it can withstand the heat of an industrial iron. I'm not sure of the exact name of the stuff but I start back in Stratford in a couple of weeks so if anyone wants to know I can find out for them. Cheers, Cindy Rusak in gray Bracebridge, Ontario On Mon, Feb 7, 2011 at 4:35 PM, Jane Partridge < jpartri...@pebble.demon.co.uk> wrote: > In message , jeria...@aol.com writes > > I used to get round this problem (too long ago to remember what I was > ironing at the time, probably a gathered seam - I did a lot more dressmaking > in the days before I bought my first steam iron!) by putting the damp cloth > under, not over, whatever it was I was pressing. Obviously not of use if you > want the cloth to protect from heat, but it provided the moisture to help > the iron remove the creases, and I could see what I was doing. > > Maybe someone should develop a clear, transparent, pressing cloth? > > > -- > Jane Partridge > > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003
Re: [lace] Lace at St Louis Botanical Gardens
HI Again, Here'e a very similar cloth to the one with the punch bowl and this is bobbin lace: http://cgi.ebay.com/Vtg-Antique-VICTORIAN-DRIPPING-LACE-Tablecloth-GORGEOUS-/230569553022?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item35af042c7e Sorry, I don't know how to do the tiny urls. Cheers, Cindy Rusak On Tue, Jan 4, 2011 at 1:34 AM, wrote: > > The sitting room cloth is probably crochet. It has the look/style of some > eastern European laces but doesn't look quite right for bobbin lace in the > larger picture. Crochet can imitate most lace styles. This looks well done > but not with bobbins. > > Alice in Oregon .. where I just finished a scarf except for the fringe. > Now I can start something else. > > - > From: "bertrans1" > > Alice, > i have attached the original pictures. Maybe, you can enlarge these. I sure > appreciate your help. > Sallie > <#> <#> <#> <#> - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com
Re: [lace] Lace at St Louis Botanical Gardens
Morning All, I think the lace under the punch bowl might be a type Cluny lace. Similar pieces (usually smaller) come up on eBay on a regular basis. Cheers, Cindy Rusak, in snowy Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada On Sat, Jan 1, 2011 at 11:41 PM, bertrans1 wrote: > My husband and I went to the St. Louis Botanical Garden on 30 DEC to see > the > train exhibit and then wandered through the gardens. We found our way to > the founder's home and what we think must have been the breakfast room > overlooking the gardens was a beautifully set table with a lace table cloth > on it. The second picture is of a table in a sitting room - also with a > beautiful lace cloth on the table. Think the punch bowl and table > decoration take away from the beauty of the cloth, but you can still see > the > detail. Thought I would share the picture and maybe someone can tell me > what > type lace it is. > Now we are cleaning up the damage we incurred when the tornado hit our > house > and property. We have a great deal of damage, but there are people on the > road above us who were much less fortunate and many who have no house > remaining. > Sallie in Sunset Hills, MO > > [image: pastedGraphic.pdf] > > - > To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: > unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to > arachne.modera...@gmail.com > <#> <#> <#> <#> - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com
Re: [lace] right vs wrong sides
Hi All, Mirecourt lace carries a gimp prominently on one side. I took a course at the IOLI convention in Rockford, IL with Deborah Beever on Art Nouveau tile laces using some Mirecourt gimp techniques. We caught the gimp with the weavers going one way and skipped it going back. I used this same technique recently when making dragonfly wings for a piece of lace being put on a corset I made for the Needlework Festival in Toronto. Cindy - in sunny but cool Bracebridge, Ontario On Mon, Nov 8, 2010 at 6:13 PM, Lorelei Halley wrote: > > I have seen a part lace collar with a very raised gimp of this type, I > thought > it might be related to Bruges. > http://lynxlace.com/bobbinlacerevivalerapart.html Go about 2/3 down that > page to the collar #180. Unfortunately my photo isn't close up enough to > demonstrate this clearly. But I remember studying the piece as I photoed > it. > That thick gimp, like packing twine, was prominent on the right side, but > scarcely visible on the wrong side. And this effect was achieved in the > manner I described above. > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com
Re: [lace] bobbin turner - Canada
Hi All, One more from Canada. Sid Rose from Edmonton, AB, turned bobbins, not as finely finished as some others but good, useable bobbins. I used to send him the bobbin blanks of various woods and he would turn them in the style I requested and send them back. One time I sent him some slightly thinner cocobolo blanks and he sent them back with a note mentioning how stressful it had been to turn these ones as he was afraid of breaking the bobbins. I felt quite badly as I hadn't realized that the small difference in the size of blanks would cause so much grief, and I really treasure those ones. He retired several years ago. I think his wife would paint some of his continental bobbins and send them to Belgium? to a supplier every year. Maybe someone else knows the details about that. Cindy Rusak - in Bracebridge, ON where it has turned from sunny to cloudy and dull - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com
Re: [lace] lace identification question
Hi Nancy, I can't help you a lot with the identification of this lace. What I can say is that this seller is pretty knowledgeable about lace and usually sells quality pieces. I have bought from her in the past and have also had communications with her about pieces she has for sale. Unlike other sellers on eBay she does listen to and considers other people's opinions and expertise. No affiliation with her, just a satisfied customer, Cindy Rusak - in Musloka, Ontario where things should settle down now that the G8 is over! On Sat, Jun 26, 2010 at 10:34 AM, Nancy Neff wrote: > I'd appreciate some help from the lace experts on this list. I bought this > lace recently: http://tinyurl.com/36v5vo8 > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachnemodera...@yahoo.com
Re: [lace] Mystery tool
Morning Everyone, When I looked at this tool (especially after looking at the 4th photo) I wondered if it was used for holding shanked buttons in place for some reason. I would assume that the cup? on the one side is there for a purpose. However, as it is not adjustable the size of buttons would be limited. Maybe it was used to hold something else in place. My reservations for it being used as a hole punch are that it is curved, and I would have thought it would have had a sharper end, and how would you place the fabric into the hole (cup)? Just my musings, Cindy Rusak - now in Bracebridge, Ontario where fall is starting to show its glorious colours! On Tue, Sep 29, 2009 at 3:57 AM, Tregellas Family wrote: > Afternoon Everyone, > > I'm wondering if someone can help me please. I've posted some pics on > the Arachne webshots page (thanks Liz L for your help) under my name > (Shirley T.) and if you are inclined please would you take a peek. I'm > trying to find out what this tool is called/used for. It was found in a > lady's needlework box from a deceased estate. > Any help would be greatly appreciated. Even the staff at 'Collectors' - > our Australian antique programme - can't seem to identify it but I know > someone out there understands its use. > Cheers, > Shirley T. - in sunny Adelaide but the ground is still wet from the > soaking its had these last few weeks. > - > To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: > unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to > arachnemodera...@yahoo.com > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachnemodera...@yahoo.com
[lace] Bobbin Lace Vest
Morning Arachnes, I came across this listing on eBay and am wondering if it is the same lace we were talking about a few months ago from South America: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=180362215907&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT&salenotsupported Cindy Rusak - in sunny but cool Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachnemodera...@yahoo.com
Re: [lace] Speaking of bobbins
Hello all, I bought quite a few from him as well. Initially the beech ones but then rosewood ones and they were 30GBP for 50 which is a pretty good deal. I really like them and a good size if you need a lot of bobbins on a pillow. Cindy Rusak - in beautiful sunny Wisconsin On Sun, May 24, 2009 at 1:16 PM, Jean Nathan wrote: > Clare's lace (formerly Tim Parker) sells 50 unpolished beech Midlands > bobbins for GBP14.00 (works out at 28 pence each) or polished for GBP16.50. > > I bought a pack when I first started lacemaking and was very satisfied with > them. They are fairly slim and not plain like some doweling ones are - they > are a bit wider at the base than further up, and taper to just under the > head. Nicely shaped. > > Jean in Poole, Dorset, UK > - > To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: > unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to > arachnemodera...@yahoo.com > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachnemodera...@yahoo.com
Re: [lace] Odd request: value of lace bobbins
Hi Carrie, Would the bobbin maker have been John Pollard? I had planned to purchase bobbins from him several years ago but didn't get around to it. Does anyone know if he still makes bobbins? I may still have a catalogue around - it should turn up in the next couple of weeks as we are moving back to Canada in June. Good luck Carrie, Cindy Rusak - in very hot northern Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachnemodera...@yahoo.com
Re: [lace] Thread choices questions
Hi Brenda, Here are my choices: a, hankie edging - linen, silk or cotton b, table mat/doiley - linen c, collar - silk, or cotton d, wall hanging - linen or silk e, cushion cover - linen f, baby dress trimming - cotton g, pictorial piece to be framed - silk or linen h, scarf - silk, wool, cashmere or combinations of them Q2, If a new range of coloured linen became available would you like it to be: a, about 40 wraps/cm - fine enough for point ground I would like to see linen in a finer count Happy lacing, Cindy in Wisconsin where winter has reared its ugly head again for a couple of days - I usually love winter but I was already in spring mode - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachnemodera...@yahoo.com
Re: [lace] what is it?
Hi Laurie, With my limited French, I think the seller is suggesting that the machine was used to measure lace. However, I wonder if it is a mangler? We've had discussions previously on Arachne about mangling lace so maybe someone else knows better. Good luck, Cindy On Thu, Dec 11, 2008 at 7:05 PM, Laurie Waters wrote: > Anyone have any idea what this item is on Ebay? 130274106618 > > - > To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: > unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to > arachnemodera...@yahoo.com > - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachnemodera...@yahoo.com
Re: [lace] searching for thread
Hi Sharon, I just checked Van Sciver Bobbin Lace and she still has it listed, however you would have to check to see if it is still in stock. http://www.vansciverbobbinlace.com/Tanne%20Shade%20Card.html Cindy - in grey Wisconsin Does > anyone know of a supplier who may have a few spools left (or even a fellow > lacer who has some leftover) of Tanne 50 #602? It's a yellow. Thanks. > Sharon > - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Tabletop Magnifying Lamp/Link
Hello again, I just realized I forgot to include the link. Here it is: http://www.leevalley.com/wood/page.aspx?c=&cat=1,44047,57079&p=57079 Cindy - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Tabletop Magnifying Lamp
Dear Fellow Spiders, Lee Valley has a special buy on right now for a tabletop magnifying lamp. I've ordered one as it looks to be a good size at a good price. Cheers, Cindy in cold, grey Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Lace pillow - Ren Faire
Dear Tamara, Thanks for the info on period lace pillows. I looked at the picture you sent and have decided to use one similar to that. I have a cylindrical pillow (looks like the one from Lori's site http://lace.lacefairy.com/International/BRIANZA.html ) which Debora Lustgarten suggested I cover in muslin to look more period and I think I will do that. The one that I have has damask on it secured with upholstery pins so looks a little younger than the 16th/17th century, though when I received it the old pinholes were still evident so it had been used. I have some Dutch bobbins which I will probably use as there isn't enough time to make any period ones!! I think if I do this again I will try to get some made. Right now I have to design a 'costume' and get it made. Thanks again for the info, Cindy At 01:36 PM 6/1/2008, you wrote: Even then, different pillows were used in different areas. There's a picture of an Italian bolster pillow, from 1603, on the Freehand Lace website: http://freehand.lace.googlepages.com/earlybobbinlace click on the link to the pillow (pdf file). Tamara P Duvallhttp://t-n-lace.net/ Lexington, Virginia, USA (Formerly of Warsaw, Poland) - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Lace pillow - Ren Faire
Fellow Arachnes, I am demonstrating at a ren faire and would like to know what kind of lace pillow I should be using. I have picked out a couple of patterns from Le Pompe and Gekloppelte Reticella and would like to use a roller pillow but I don't know if they were used at that time. I'm aiming for the late 1500's/early 1600's. Any advice would be greatly appreciated, Cindy Rusak - in a warmer, sunnier Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Ebay item
Hi Laurie, The listing does say that the pillow is made of leather - the original leather. If you look at the third picture down at the bottom of the picture you can see the grain in the leather which is somewhat irregular so may be the real thing. However I guess it could be one of the early fake leathers?? Cindy Rusak - in cool Wisconsin where they keep teasing us with nice forecasts which rarely transpire. At 05:50 PM 5/31/2008, you wrote: There is another 'leather and lace' item on Ebay just now; a leather pillow advertised as Belgian - 310053688931 - would appreciate comments. I've never seen a leather covered pillow like this before, but there are precedents for the general form in Belgium. I always get a little suspicious when I see upholstery tacks so close together - might be a backfitted item. But someone has used it to make lace. Laurie - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] IOLI convention
Hi all, I got my notification as well and I'm so happy!! I'm in the floral beds class and the art nouveau class. August just can't come fast enough!!! Cindy - in gray, cold Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] silk thread - Malta
Evening spiders, I have ordered silk from Pipers in England and I think it is quite close to the silk thread used in older Maltese lace pieces. They have various shades of cream, ivory, etc. and you may have to order a few to get the right shade because depending on the condition or treatment of the lace over time, the colour of the old pieces can vary significantly. The one I thought resembled the Maltese silk the most was their '90 silk Floss' as it does not have much of a twist to it. Happy lacing, Cindy - in Wisconsin where spring is trying really hard to show itself. At 02:39 PM 4/19/2008, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What is the source of the silk thread used for Maltese lace? That wonderful luminous cream silk ... and has anyone tried to repair a piece of Maltese lace? - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Finland and Sweden
Dear Arachnes, My husband will be in Helsinki, Finland and Stockholm, Sweden this coming weekend. He has about 1-1/2 days in each city. Are there any lace shops or places that he could visit for me in either city? I did look at Lacefairy's site but it seems like most of the lacemaking centers are in other parts of each country. I wish I could be there with him but it just wasn't possible. Thanks for any suggestions, Cindy Rusak - in grey Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] To the lace makers.
Hi All, I just saw my mistake - it should have read '$1 a yard'. Cindy At 02:47 PM 12/11/2007, Malvary J Cole wrote: Cindy wrote : "I don't know why you would spend so much time doing that when you can go and buy lace for $! a yard at Walmart" - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] To the lace makers.
Hi Jeanette, You are not overvaluing your lace. A few years ago I was showing a fellow seamstress my lace (it was yardage) and her comment was "I don't know why you would spend so much time doing that when you can go and buy lace for $! a yard at Walmart" I knew there was no sense in even trying to respond to that. But it emphasizes the fact that many people don't understand the quality or value of what we make. Cindy - in the northwoods of Wisconsin At 11:48 AM 12/11/2007, Jeanette Fischer wrote: Maybe I overvalue my lace!!! - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Bobbin Lace Survey
HI Agnes and all, I love tallies/leaves as well. When I did my 5 meters I had 10 leaves in every repeat and the repeat was only 4 cm long. Needless to say I've done my 1000 leaves! As to dislikes, I'm not keen on sewings. However, I'm getting better at them now that I have a lazy susan (latch hook?) that came from a wonderful secret pal. I don't avoid pieces with them any more. Cindy - in grey Wisconsin At 04:43 AM 12/8/2007, Agnes Boddington wrote: Am I the only one who actually likes leaves, plaits and tallies? - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] The Lacemaker
Hi Ann, Try these search engines. I've had good success with them: http://www.campusi.com/ or this one, http://www.bookfinder.com/ Cindy - in what looks like it will be a sunny day Wisconsin At 03:14 AM 12/5/2007, you wrote: If anybody knows where I can find a copy preferably in the UK please let me know. Ann Yorkshire UK - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Rayon Thread for lace
Hi Alice, I used rayon on a couple pieces of Bedfordshire lace as I was working through Barbara Underwood's 20 Lessons. I used it initially thinking it was silk. My brother had brought back a pile of spools of 'silk' thread for me from India - or that's what he had been told they were. It wasn't until I was at another workshop for shisha embroidery that I found out that 'art silk' was the same as rayon. I've never told my brother as I know that he goes out of his way to pick up special things for me whenever he is travelling. Anyway, the rayon worked pretty much the same as silk and the off-white that I used had an almost translucent effect to it that silk doesn't have. I certainly will use it again when I finally have more time for lacemaking. I'm not sure how rayon is classified as it begins as "cellulose from cotton linters or from the pulp of trees like spruce" (just looked it up) so initially before they process it, it is a natural fiber. I think for a special project I would still prefer silk but I would certainly consider rayon for others. Cindy - from snowy Wisconsin. At 11:08 AM 12/2/2007, you wrote: My question to you: Have you used rayon thread for lace, and if so, how did it work for you? Alice in Oregon -- nasty weather, cold, wet, windy. Staying in and warm today. Supposed to start using fingers in a light, limited way. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Bedfordshire help
Hi Janice, There is a way to do it without tying knots or weaving back in. I have a hard time describing things as I am more of a visual learner, but I will try. I was taught this by a lace teacher from Quebec and I think she got it from one of Ulrike Lohr's books. At a point about 15-20 passes (of the worker) before the end of the lace, unwind the passive bobbins either on one side of the work or alternate from side to side (in your case 10 bobbins), and fold the thread back on itself to create a loop which will end beyond where the piece of lace will join. You need a long enough loop to get to where the lace is being joined plus enough to wind on the bobbin and the leash. Wind the loop onto your bobbin as you would a single thread, leaving the end of the thread above the work to be pulled later. Continue to work the lace to the join. When the workers from either side meet, undo the loops on your passive bobbins, pass the passive bobbin coming from the other side through the loop and gently pull the loop (using the thread end left earlier) back into the work to about halfway back to where the thread end comes out of the work. You can then snip both thread ends very close to the work. The join will be less bulky if you alternate from side to side the looped passive threads . You can use the same method with the workers as well, though you can loop them much closer to the end of the work (one or two passes might be enough). I hope this is clear enough and I haven't left anything out. It has been quite a while since I did it myself. If you are having trouble picturing this and need more help, email me privately, and I can telephone you (I'm in Wisconsin) and talk you through it. Good luck if you chose to try this, Cindy At 04:08 PM 11/17/2007, you wrote: I need to ask a question about finishing a piece of Bedfordshire lace. I am coming around a circle from both directions and have the two ends to join together. At that point I will have 10 passive pairs and two sets of workers to deal with. Janice - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] What is this?
Hi Laurie, I think it is a weaving bobbin winder, the long wooden ones used in the weaving mills. We have a very similar one that came with our antique sock knitter - don't know if it was meant for the sock knitter or just adapted to be used with the sock knitter. Happy lacing, Cindy At 08:00 PM 3/14/2007, you wrote: Regarding Ebay item 180095053499 Does this look like a bobbin winder to anyone? Thanks, Laurie - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] quiet list, and silk thread
Hi Alice, I purchased some silk from Pipers a few years ago and their '90 Silk Floss' seems to me to be very similar to the silk used for Maltese lace. I found the pale cream was almost a perfect match for some of my Maltese lace, however I do realize that not all Maltese lace is the same shade. The silk floss also comes 'folded', i.e. you can order how many plies you need to match your thickness of thread. I have some Maltese lace that needs repair as well so if you have any tips or techniques for me please pass them on. Good luck, Cindy - in bright and sunny Wisconsin At 09:48 PM 3/3/2007, you wrote: Very quiet today. I was about to send a test message when the others came through. I thought maybe Majordomo was having a problem. I guess everyone is just busy elsewhere. I am mending a Maltese silk collar. I need some silk for replacement of a missing section. The silk used was fairly thick, 3-4 times thicker than Guitermann 100/3, and with a loose twist. I have very few silk threads, other than the 100/3. Can anyone suggest a brand for me to check out? This thread was either boiled, or the collar has been washed. The silk is shiny. I can double or triple the thread when I use it, so size is less important than the look and feel, but a thicker thread would be preferred. Any ideas? Thanks, Alice in Oregon -- on a record breaking 26 straight days with rainfall, though the sun came out today. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] New Book/Lace Fans?
Morning Spiders, Thanks to all who I haven't responded privately to, for the responses to my query about the fan book by Ann Keller. I have put it on my wish list. Cindy Rusak - in cold but sunny Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] New Book/Lace Fans?
Hello Spiders, I just came across a listing on Amazon for a book on Irish bobbin lace fans. I've included the title: Craobh Nua: the First Collection of Irish Themed Bobbin Lace Fans The link is: http://www.amazon.com/Craobh-Nua-Collection-Themed-Bobbin/dp/0951990535/sr=1-21/qid=1170552380/ref=sr_1_21/104-9582480-4834354?ie=UTF8&s=books Does anyone have any information on this book? Thanks, Cindy - in very cold Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Knitted lace shawl
Hi Jane, I agree with Jenny. I don't do much knitting anymore although I've got bags of wool sitting around. But seeing that shawl really got me going. My mother loves snowdrops and that pattern is stunning so I am thinking about doing something with that pattern. I've already looked up where I can get the Marianne Kinzel book! Thanks for the link, Cindy At 07:42 PM 11/21/2006, you wrote: Hi All, Here's a little eye candy for you all . I've been reading and enjoying "Yarn Harlot" and when Sumac came over last week she suggested I check out www.yarnharlot.caThis is the YH's Blog. She's a funny writer and her passion with fiber relates nicely to my passion for fiber Anyway, the Blog takes a while to load so I check it on DH's computer. But if you click on October 2006 and go to October 13 through 20 there are lots of pictures of her exquisite Snow Drop knitted shawl. The pictures on October 20 show it blocked and finished and it's really gorgeous Jane in Vermont, USA who's been playing with Kumihimo braids lately . [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Lace Dress
Dear Spiders, Thanks for the responses regarding the lace dress. The reserve price was not met the first time and the seller has relisted it. I certainly can't afford it and also I prefer to purchase Maltese and Le Puy laces when I can get them inexpensively. I have managed to pick up a couple of Le Puy large collars or capelets quite cheaply but they do need some small repairs done. It almost looks like they have been cut so I have to figure out how to repair them. I'm sure I can do it - I just need some time to think about it and a good sized work space that can remain in place for a while. Happy Lacing, Cindy - in northern Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Lace Dress
Hi Alice, I would tend to agree about the lace fabric suggestion until I look closely at the picture that has the best close-up. If you click on 'larger image' it looks to me like there are two workers passing in and out of the cloth stitch areas and I thought machine lace tended to use one worker. Also it looks like handmade lace sewings between the undulating 'tapes' as they tend to be closer to one side which is typical when sewing to a side that has already been pinned - at least when I make mine. These observations are based on the machine laces I have seen so I may be incorrect in my assumptions. Thanks for you input, Cindy At 02:10 PM 11/19/2006, you wrote: Considering the style and time period, it was made at the peak of machine lace development, and at a time when handmade lace making was minimal. The dressmaker used the lace as fabric..cutting and shaping it to the dress style. I think it *was* lace fabric -- made by machine and available by the yard. The lace style may not be Russian. It seems to me to be more similar to some old Hungarian or old Flemish samples I have. If it is machine made, the designer could have used any type of lace as a guide, or even combined styles. Handmade lace clothing that I've seen usually has the various parts made to size. This dress has been fitted and shaped with tucks and gathers in the lace. Tucks in lace Not normal. Alice in Oregon - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Lace Dress
Dear Fellow Spiders, I came across this lace dress on eBay. I'm not an expert but my first impression is that it is Russian lace. Regardless of the type of lace, it is very beautiful and would have taken a long time to make. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=001&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT&viewitem=&item=110054375933&rd=1&rd=1 I'd be interested if anyone does know what type of lace it is. Happy lacing, Cindy Rusak - in sunny but chilly Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Convention, Money
Dear Spiders travelling to Montreal, I'm not sure what kind of exchange rate you will get at the airport but most of those services have a fee associated with them. You should check the conditions of your debit card. I made a purchase last week in Canada with my debit card and the rate was great and we didn't get charged a fee for it, whereas if I had used our credit card we wouldn't have gotten anywhere near as good a rate and there would have been a fee included in the exchange as well. I think we are only allowed a couple of these a month before fees are added. It may be worth using an ATM once you get to Montreal and making a large withdrawal to cover day to day expenses. Have fun in Montreal, Cindy Rusak - in stifling Wisconsin At 12:21 PM 7/17/2006, you wrote: Do we exchange our US $ for Cdn $ at the Montreal airport? Thanks, Barbara - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Book question
Hi Helen, There are patterns associated with the books and they are available from Lacis: http://www.lacis.com/catalog/catalog.html Look under 'Books' - Needlework Techniques, then under 'Lace' - Bobbin. It is 'Bobbin Lace Patterns' by Ellen Lawrence. I have the patterns not the book. Happy lacing, Cindy Rusak - in cloudy Wisconsin At 02:46 PM 6/28/2006, you wrote: Gentle Spiders, I have a question born of a mix of curiosity and perplexity (I think). Do any of you know if the 1979 reprint of "Bobbin Lace: designs and instruction" by Ellen Lawrence and edited by the Kliots contained any loose leaf pages with patterns/prickings on them? It's an unabridged republication of the 1911 "Priscilla bobbin lace book: designs for torchon, Cluny, Russian and Bruges laces with stitches and lesson for working". The editorial refers to copying the patterns to card stock, or pricking onto card, but there are no patterns per se, so I'm curious if there were once patterns and they're long gone or if there were never any patterns at the start. (And before you scold me, yes, I know what unabridged means, but not sure if that applied to loose leaf inserts in this case). A member of our Guild found a used copy and donated it to the library, but there are no prickings for the patterns - just photos of the finished pieces (except for the 'bandage' starter strip). If you can answer my question, please email me off list. Many thanks in advance. Cheers, Helen Bell, Librarian, RMLG. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] IOLI /Montreal/Au ver a soie/Kreink
Dear Arachnes,
Sorry for taking so long to respond to this - I wasn't fully reading all of
the postings recently. I was very busy at the end of the school year and
then we went on a vacation to the west coast of Canada.
Kreink is selling off their supply of Au Ver A Soie through their Yardsale
on their website as they are now producing their own brands. The Au Ver A
Soie is called Soie Platte but is the same as Soie Ovale. You have to buy
a large number but if several people went in together it might be worth
it. I've included the link:
http://www.kreinik.com/kshop/home.php?cat=145
I bought some of the 50m a while ago and the colours were wonderful. The
10m selection is quite reasonably priced especially if several people go in
together.
They are also selling the Soie Alger but I haven't bought any of it:
http://www.kreinik.com/kshop/home.php?cat=140
Hope this doesn't come to late.
Cindy - in cloudy Wisconsin
But that begs a question... Where do I get "Alger Silk (1 strand/7)"
(whatever that means... 7 waht? Cm? Inches? I'm supposed to have 2 skeins
of 8 meters of that, to wind on 36 bobbins)? Also, what's a good source of
"Ovale Silk 5 different colours (one bobbin for each colour)"? Neither of
them resides in my stash; for my previous experiments in coloured French
laces I used Pipers silk (as required)
Brenda's book ("Thread for Lace" -- without which, not) does have both
threads listed and, I suppose, following her measurements, I could find
substitutes. But -- vide above -- I prefer to stick to what the teacher
tells me, the first time out.
Advice on sources (preferably in US or Canada) for those threads will be
gratefully received.
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Tamara P Duvallhttp://t-n-lace.net/
Lexington, Virginia, USA (Formerly of Warsaw, Poland)
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Re: [lace] GST refunds
Hello Lacemakers, If anyone is going to be returning across the border at Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, they have a customs booth right in the duty free shop where they process your refund right there and you receive your money on the spot. We cross the border quite often, so have done this a few times. There are some conditions - I think your GST rebate amount has to be at least $14CDN and receipts must be at least $50CDN, though you might want to check this. I'll be thinking of everyone in Montreal - unfortunately it was not possible for me to attend this year. Happy lacing, Cindy Rusak - in windy Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Lace slides on eBay
Good Morning Arachnes, There are some lace slides for sale on eBay. The auction finishes fairly soon and so far there are no bids. Maybe there is a lace group out there that would benefit from these. Here is the link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=8283494580&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT&rd=1 Happy lacing, Cindy, in wet, wintry Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Double Posting
Hi All, Sorry for the double posting. I changed email providers recently and this one doesn't send my messages back to me. After the original post didn't turn up I checked my outgoing mail and thought that because I had put a space between 'lace' and '@' it didn't get sent. When the second one didn't appear I checked the archive and saw both of them. Cindy - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: Reconstruction of Old Laces
Good Morning Arachnes, Tamara, I think you would find that the exchange rate that Visa would charge you would be about the same as what Paypal charges you. When we first moved to the US and checked into using our US visa cards for foreign currency purchases the 'hidden' fees were somewhere about 2-1/2% so I continued to use my Canadian Visa for foreign currency purchases because it did not have the hidden charges. Unfortunately about two years ago my Canadian Visa also decided it needed that little extra so it doesn't matter which card I use now. What I mean by hidden charges is that in the exchange rate they use includes an extra 2-1/2% and it doesn't appear as an extra charge. Maybe you have a better Visa account that doesn't charge a fee - you'd have to check your user agreement Cindy Rusak - in sunny, almost looking like spring, Wisconsin. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: Reconstruction of Old Laces
Good Morning Arachnes, Tamara, I think you would find that the exchange rate that Visa would charge you would be about the same as what Paypal charges you. When we first moved to the US and checked into using our US visa cards for foreign currency purchases the 'hidden' fees were somewhere about 2-1/2% so I continued to use my Canadian Visa for foreign currency purchases because it did not have the hidden charges. Unfortunately about two years ago my Canadian Visa also decided it needed that little extra so it doesn't matter which card I use now. What I mean by hidden charges is that in the exchange rate they use includes an extra 2-1/2% and it doesn't appear as an extra charge. Maybe you have a better Visa account that doesn't charge a fee - you'd have to check your user agreement Cindy Rusak - in sunny, almost looking like spring, Wisconsin. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] wool for bobbin lace
Dear Arachnes, Another place that sells tussah silk is Treenway Silks in Canada: http://www.treenwaysilks.com/yarns.html I have some of the Bombyx silk (60/2 and 120/2) and it is quite nice. Also Webs in the US sells various knitting and weaving silks - they have 60/2 silk in quite a variety of colours: http://yarn.com/yarns/silk-602.html Cindy in Wisconsin where it has been a very mild winter so far. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Maltese Lace Making course
Hello Arachnes, I enquired in June for information about the Maltese Lace Making course in Gozo. I initially received a reply from Consiglia Azzopardi which stated that she would send me information about the 2006 course. I didn't get anything and emailed both her and the email address of the school and still didn't receive another reply. Well last week I finally received the information in the mail about the 2006 course. If anyone is still trying to get information please contact me. Unfortunately I won't be attending the 2006 course - my husband has a conference at the same time in Victoria, B.C., Canada so we decided to take the whole family there for a holiday. I'd be more than happy to send the application to anyone who needs one. Happy lacing, Cindy, in cold, gray Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Canada Customs
Hello All, As a Canadian living in the US and crossing the border many times a year, I have a reasonable idea what customs is interested in. When going from the US to Canada they always ask if we have items that we are bringing into Canada that will be remaining in Canada. The limit seems to be around $35Cdn. - as we have never declared anything over that we don't know what the consequences are. But I think anything over that amount we would be expected to pay taxes on it and maybe duty (and of course the $5 fee to collect the taxes, etc). They do specify that it is 'items that will remain in Canada' so I assume that entries from US participants being brought in by an IOLI member that would be returning to the US would not be affected by the tax/duty levies. When going from Canada to the US they really seem to be concerned with what you have acquired while you are in Canada and of course any kind of meat that you might be bringing across the border. So again any US entries that are being returned to the US wouldn't be considered 'anything acquired while you are in Canada'. The only time I have been pulled over and been inspected or had to go into the office and officially declared anything, is when I've been by myself. And knock on wood we have yet to have our car ripped apart for a search. These experiences are by car only, so I don't know what the airport customs is like. Just my two cents worth, Cindy, in cool Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Cotton net
Hello Arachnes, In my search for tutu information I found a supplier for cotton bobbinette at a reasonable price from a tutu supply company. http://www.tutu.com/ntn_fabric_net.html I'm not sure if this is suitable but it may be worth a look. Good luck. Cindy - in cloudy Wisconsin where I'm desperately trying to get on the road to Canada today. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Santiago de Compostela
Dear Fellow Arachnes, My husband is attending a conference in Santiago de Compostela, Spain next week and I was wondering if there are any shops that sell lace or lace-related items. Originally I thought I would accompany him but it didn't work out (too much money and other opportunities arose that needed funding). Needless to say when the Galician Catalog was posted I was very disappointed that I wouldn't be going I think that is one of the reasons I have delayed posting as sometimes it is hard to share our disappointments. But there's next year and I think I am going to try to attend the lace course in Malta. I figure if I start planning and saving now and trying to book my airmiles flight as soon as possible, it might actually happen. Any advice about Santiago and the nearby area would be appreciated and can be sent off-list. Thanks, Cindy - in very sunny Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Santa Barbara
Hello Fellow Spiders, After 13 years of opting out (mainly for economic reasons), I am finally going on one of my husband's conference trips. We are off to Santa Barbara next Tuesday and will be there until Sun. morning. I have Wed. and Thurs. to myself, so I was wondering if Santa Barbara had any needlework shops with lace supplies or museums with any lace to see. I had thought of going to the Lace Museum in Sunnyvale but it is just too far when I have so little time. I checked Lori's website but came up empty. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Cindy - in Wisconsin where spring is struggling to emerge. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Russian lace books on eBay
Hello Spiders, I came across these on eBay and thought someone might be interested in them. I don't know anything about them but the price seems to be somewhat reasonable. There's only a few hours left in the auction. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2387371784&category=19158 or search for item 2387371784. Cindy - in sunny Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Arachne Heart
Hello Spiders, I have to admit I don't have my edging done yet either. I'm hoping to do a black silk one but haven't decided on a pattern. Maybe this discussion will get me motivated. Cindy - in snowy Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Teaching children
Hello Spiders, I have twin 12-year-old boys and both of them made lace ornaments this year. One of them started making lace about two years ago and I started him on a 'bandage'. That took him less than an hour to master. Then I had him make a half stitch snake which was a little harder but he picked it up fairly quickly. The next thing he did was a small lace gingerman (from an Anna magazine) for Christmas 2002. It was a tape lace piece with extra twists between passives to separate the edges from the middle. I had to do some of the corners and sewings because I didn't have the time to teach him all that at that time of year. This year he wanted to do another one, so he did - again with a little help from me. My other son decided he wanted to do an ornament as well so I just started him on a tape lace sleigh (with me doing the corners and sewings). There was no way I had time to teach him on any practice pieces as I was busy making our Christmas gifts. Well, he did a beautiful job. He picked up the stitches very quickly and his tension was PERFECT. So never underestimate what a child can do! Happy lacing, Cindy - in cold, windy Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Maltese Lace
Hello Spiders, I am also a very big fan of Maltese lace. It is probably my favourite, stemming from inheriting a collar and a flounce from my grandmother, both of which I used in my wedding gown. I have managed to do a Maltese cross but haven't gotten any further - though I have plans for some. There are two other books that contain a few Maltese patterns. 1. Pillow or Bobbin Lace - Technique, Patterns, History by Elizabeth Mincoff and Margaret S. Marriage. It contains a couple of small squares, a couple of edgings, and a tie. I don't know if I would have classified a couple of them as Maltese but I am not an expert. 2. The Bedfordshire Family of Laces by Jennifer Fisher. This book has a collar but it is mostly tallies/leaves. It also has a small square, a wide edging and just a simple Maltese cross by itself. Last year I did buy a 36" round Maltese 'tablecloth' which I adore. It has an Arts and Crafts feel to it and the stitches are so tiny and perfect. I now have to find the right table to display it on. Cindy - in cold, cold Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] silver thread winners
Hello Spiders, This was harder than I thought it would be. I had 67 entries and I would have liked to send a skein to all, but the names that my sons picked out of the hat are: Linda Thomson Sumac (Sue MacLeod) Sabrina Houser Iris Williams Noelene Lafferty Congratulations!! Please send me your snail mail addresses and I will send you your thread in the next few days. Cindy - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] silver thread raffle/thank you
Morning Spiders, I am now closing the raffle. I will have my children pull five names out of a hat when they get home from school and I will post the winners this evening. I would also like to thank everyone who responded about the thread. The consensus is that the thread is the real thing. I guess that means I'm going to have to be very picky as to what I use it for. Have a great day, Cindy Rusak, in sunny Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] silver thread raffle
Hello again, I'm willing to mail anywhere in the world and the deadline will be Dec.1 at midnight and the draw will be the evening of Dec. 2. I should clarify something about the thread. I looks and behaves likes most of our modern metallic threads although it may be a bit stiffer but it is not as stiff as metal wire. Good luck everyone. Cindy in Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] La Dame á Licorne/silver thread raffle
Hello Spiders, Jeri wrote: 'The technique of metalwork embroidery is used for the British Arms on the Queen's privy purse, in which she carries her speeches to Parliament. The purses are replaced at intervals, most obviously because of tarnishing silver threads used for the unicorn, and I saw a new embroidery being prepared for a purse at The Royal School of Needlework's workrooms 25 years ago (would have been her 25th year as Queen).' This discussion touched on a topic that I am curious about. I acquired some vintage metallic thread recently and was wondering how to determine whether the thread was real silver or other metals. Did they, or do they still make any thread with real gold, silver, copper or brass (I have all these 'colours' in this lot)? I have determined that it is real metal - when I burned the thread, the fiber (silk?) in the middle burned while the metal remained in a coil. The weight of the skeins was the first clue that they were not synthetic metallic threads. Some of the silver skeins are a little tarnished in a couple of spots which look like a finger marks. The tarnished areas look the same as silverware that has tarnished. Is there any way to determine whether these are the real thing? Two of the gold ones and one of the copper ones have a label with 'Deposee' and a lion printed on them, and on the back of the label '1850' has been stamped. The silver skeins all have about 4 meters of thread. All the skeins are tied with silk-like thread on either end of the skein and then 15 skeins are tied together. Any information would be appreciated I would like to raffle 5 of the silver skeins - I had been thinking that it was time for a raffle but Bev beat me to it. Please send me your name and I will have my children draw five winners on Dec. 2. Happy lacing, Cindy - in cold, wintery Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Brussels lace book
Hi Spiders, I thought someone might be interested in this and there's only an hour and half left and no bids. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3253669312&category=114&rd=1 Good luck, Cindy in the northwoods of Wisconsin - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
