RE: [lace] Re: Kopek/Whirlpool filling
A kopek is a Russian coin. That makes sense as a name for this filling because it is round. Whirlpool is an excellent descriptor, as well. "Whirlpool Filling and Kopek Filling are the same thing, I am told that Bridget Cook gave them an English name when she wrote Russian Lace Making." Jean Reardon Western PA - 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] IOLI Bulletin Winter 2019 & Lace magazine news
I have been remiss in announcing the arrival of the Winter 2019 IOLI Bulletin. I got it a couple weeks ago, accompanied by the annual handbook. Also, on FaceBook, I saw a post by the Lace Guild that the current digital Lace magazine is now available. Better yet, in July of this year, the digital-only Early Days magazine will be available to members for just an additional $5. I've been curious about that publication, thinking it might be a help in teaching kids and newcomers. As for the Bulletin contents: Detailed information about this year's Convention in Spokane Valley, Washington Articles by a couple convention teachers: Karen Thompson (Ipswich lace) and Mimi Dillman (tatting) Memorials for Judy Zeiss and Marion Jones Proficiency Program information Laurie Waters' second article about Learning Needlelace (I've added this to my list of future projects. She makes it seem doable.) Jennifer Kohn on 3D tatting Spangling bobbins by Lilly Douglass A summary of the recent Figural Lace exhibit at the Lace Museum in Sunnyvale, with photos, by Evelyn McMillan. Lia Baumeister-Jonker's overview of lace history and identification with a couple patterns Photos and description of the creation of an exhibit piece Ulrike Voelker designed and then executed with the help of three of her students. Jean Reardon, western Pennsylvania - 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] Beginning bobbin lace
"Carrying on from the theme of beginning lace and time to practice, how much time do members here spend on lacemaking" I, too, would like to learn how much time the really productive lace makers spend at their craft. Personally, I'm in my late 60's and still work 3 days a week. That, plus family and pets occupies much of my time. I took up bobbin lace in my early 60s so I haven't been at it for very long. I finally had time to spend on hobbies, especially since I get tired more easily and just need to sit down sometimes. It keeps my hands busy when I'm sitting. Generally, I work an hour or two most evenings while watching television. If I'm doing a special project, as I am right now, I spend several hours in the afternoon on it. Yesterday, I think I put in 5 or 6 hours. I like to do needle tatting, too. That is easy to do while watching TV because it doesn't take as much concentration and tensioning as bobbin lace. I have a backlog of project plans and books to work my way through. As for the lady who was originally asking about lacemaking as a hobby while her kids are small, needle tatting would be very suitable. One can complete small projects quickly, it's easy to pack up and keep out of reach. Very portable. Learning the basic "vocabulary" of tatting on the needle is really helpful before graduating to the shuttle, which is more challenging but still takes little space and is portable. Jean Reardon, western Pennsylvania where it's bitterly cold and snowy. - 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] oya
For information about OYA: See Piecework 1996 July-August starting on page 22. It discusses the history, as far as it is known. Also, 2011 July-August has an article on Turkish Oya. I've read that every country in the middle east has its own name for Oya. Jean Reardon Western Pennsylvania - 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] IOLI Magazines - a Review
Speaking of The Bulletin and travel articles by Devon Thein, yesterday I was reading an issue from Spring 2005. The Article "Flax Madness" was just as entertaining as the recent article. In 2005, Devon described a trip to the Nationaal Vlas, Kant & Linnenmuseum in Belgium. The part that really got my attention was mention of a "Genealogy of Lace". She said, "It was a massive family tree of laces, starting on the bottom with reticella and passementerie. Ribbons flowed from these origins connecting other laces to them. They were aligned horizontally according to the year." I wonder if, what with modern technology, that chart has been translated to electronic format or published in some form so it is available to those who are unable to drop into the Linnenmuseum for a visit? I'm sure a lot of work went into creating it. It would be such a shame if it was lost. Jean Reardon Western Pennsylvania, 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/
RE: [lace] Beginner Pattern
Thank you, Janice Blair, for posting about the beginner cat pattern you designed. I visited your website, jblace.com, and it was a treat to see your impressive body of work. There are other patterns available there, besides the cat. Thank you for sharing your talent with us. Jean Reardon Western Pennsylvania 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/
RE: [lace] Lace Express
Lorri said: They may be available, but I am very suspect of a site that demands credit card info before you can even see if you want to purchase from them. My comment: I went to the website given previously and was able to view the available magazines without being asked for payment. "Lace Express back issues are readily available for purchase at their website. www.laceexpress.com
RE: [lace] lily lappet - pattern?
My copy of Louisa Tebbs book is a modern reprint but it doesn't say who published it. Odd. I'd not noticed it until just now. The piece I like so well is on page 39, in addition to the cover, called a Vest in Guipure de Flandre. It could more accurately be called a stomacher. I think it could be a useful addition to a wardrobe to wear under a jacket, over an undershirt of some sort, of course. The picture of it is not a good quality. I think it may have the same unsupported braids as the bolero. At least the lily lappet photo is good enough you might be able to make a pricking from it. Looking at this book makes me appreciate all the wonderful graphic instructions we have in our books now. So much easier to follow. Jean Reardon, Pennsylvania - 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] lily lappet - pattern?
..."The other books I had were this one (Honiton Lace by Devonia), Margaret Maidment’s book, and Louisa Tebbs’ “Art of Bobbin Lace”, all of which were very old and quite unhelpful. Adele West Vancouver, BC" Speaking of Louisa Tebbs, I sure wish I had a pricking or full sized pattern for the "vest" that is on the cover. I don't know if I have the skills to make it, but I sure think it's gorgeous. Jean Reardon Pennsylvania, where we are having a rare sunny day - 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/
