[lace] Re: lace-digest V2006 #213
In a message dated 8/30/2006 9:23:39 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: My thanks to all who replied in answer to my query. Today was the first that I was able to return to my newsagent. The very efficient lady phoned the wholesaler again on my behalf and was told very firmly that it is no longer available in the UK. To use the expression of a lace friend "Rude words, rude words, rude words". You might see what a subscription would cost. I receive my Piecework that way, an while not every issue is of particular interest to lacemakers, I do find most of the articles very interesting. Last spring someone brought a lovely hand loomed multicolor coverlet to the Lace Museum and I was asked to date it. It was said to have been made in the US. and it did seem to be of the type made in New England in the early 1700's except that one of the colours of wool was black instead of the usual blue. When I consulted my encyclopedia about early dye colors, I learned that aniline black dye was 'invented' by a chemist in England in 1857. so it seemed that this coverlet had to be of more recent construction than it seemed. However this summer, my husband and I took a tour in Wales and we visited a wonderful woolen mill where all the threads were dyed with natural dyes I was told that made black with a combination of walnut husks overdyed with indigo. They knew all about the l9th century bedspreads woven single width, joined in the middle, just like the one brought to the Museum. Coming back to California and a huge pile of mail, I find copies of Piecework magazine, and in the July -August issue, an article about Henry Perkin who 'invented' and patented the aniline process. The September issue is all about Quilts! Admittedly, only a few have any lace on them but I'm still very happy with Piecework magazine. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 S. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2006 #106
In a message dated 4/18/2006 7:25:18 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >My husband and I are planning and preparing to dress a small hall for the >local old people in a victorian style christmas decoration. >I am thinking of adding a lace piece but don't know what would be best to do. >My mind keeps thinking perhaps some sort of special star decoration, or candle >type pieces to decorate the christmas tree. >Does anyone else have any ideas which might help me. Obviously Prince Albert >started many traditions from his home country when he married Victoria. At the Lace Museum, we decorate Christmas trees with balls that have lace on them. We also sell these balls in December; you can see them on the Museum web page, _www.thelacemuseum.org_ (http://www.thelacemuseum.org) . They are very beautiful but fitting the lace onto a ball requires skill and some knowl edge of hand stitching techniques. You start by cutting out small motifs from the lace you have and gluing them on the balls. If there are two or three small motifs, it is necessary to join them by sewing. One of our volunteers also decorates balls with strips of tatting. You could also use pieces of tape lace . Our balls will be on sale at the Museum in November when the Christmas display is put up. However, I think we can fill orders for them now, if anyone needs early Christmas balls. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 S. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2006 #60
In a message dated 2/27/2006 10:49:19 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: From: Dee Palin [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 27 February 2006 11:19 To: Antiques Roadshow Subject: Antiques Roadshow - yesterday I switched on to your programme late yesterday, and was delighted to see the end of an item in which Pat Perryman was talking about Honiton Lace. I am an avid lacemaker, and have been lucky enough to attend several courses run by Mrs Perryman. Is it possible to see the whole of this interview, and if so where and when? Thank you for your help. Dee Palin Gloucestershire http://www.bbc.co.uk/ - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2006 #58
In a message dated 2/26/2006 10:21:11 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: There was a previous folio called "Caroluskantjes," containing another group of laces from the same collection, but it's now out of print. Does anyone know where I might be able to locate/purchase a copy? Lat summer, there was a lovely lace exhibit in the Cathedral in Antwerp, Belgium and these books were for sale in the Museum shop there. You might check to see if they have a web site. Elaine The Lace Museum 552 S. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2006 #58
In a message dated 2/26/2006 10:21:11 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: For all those who can spend more time deciding on which beads to put on a spangle than they spend choosing which piece of lace to make next, this site is for you http://www.beadshop.co.uk/ I'm sorry to be so far behind in reading the postings. I try to do one new one and two old ones each day. Regarding beads, I want to mention that The Lace Museum has a spectacular chest of beads which can interest any lace maker who uses spangles on her bobbins. . They are in pullout drawers and neatly separated as to size and type. Hope to see some of you soon. We're open Tuesday- Saturday, from 11 to 4 p.m. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 S. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: Lace for Children of all Ages
In a message dated 2/14/2006 5:09:12 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The famous Snake Pattern is by Christine Springett and can be found in two books she wrote. Look for "Lace for Children of All Ages", or "Snakes Galore". Both books should be readily available from lace supply dealers. Owning either of these books will give you the privilege of using the pattern. Just a quick note to say that Lace for Children of all Ages is available at The Lace Museum Elaine Merritt tel: 408 730 4695 The Lace Museum 552 S. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2006 #22
In a message dated 1/25/2006 5:13:34 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >I wish! I don't even know when I joined. Sorry, there's no way I can find out >that info for you because we do not have complete archives going back that far. If it is any help, I can check who had their biography on LaRae's site on Sunday 6th October 1996 as that was the day I printed the list out, and it has stayed in a folder for all these years! Email me off list and I'll look up whether your name is there. I'd totally forgotten I'd got it - it turned up when we were searching for something else a week or so ago! The sad thing about going through it is that some (eg Kevin Hafferty) are no longer with us. - -- Jane Partridge I know that I was a very early participant in the lace list but have no idea how to find out exactly when it was possible to subscribe. My memory is that we had early communication before the list itself was available. I still read all the entries but I don't often send remarks. Arachne has provided me with the possibility of making many lace friends and I'm sure that Arachne has been extremely useful in providing a way for individual lacemakers who might not have the opportunity to join a local group to have someone to talk to. In addition to giving individual lacemakers a way of finding friends we have become an extremely useful resource for answering questions about lace technique, etc. It would be interesting to find out how many of the original participants are still here. [EMAIL PROTECTED] (mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]) Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2006 #22
In a message dated 1/25/2006 5:13:34 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I think it's a great idea with the "member since" commemorative bobbin. Is there someone that can tell us when we joined?. I know that I'm no longer an active member of the Lace list but I do try to read all the digests and would like to buy the commemorative bobbin. Elaine Merritt, [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: your work with the Professor
In a message dated 1/23/2006 11:24:18 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: As you all know, the Professor's web site is on its last legs. All the information is now on the new and permanent web site, run by Kris Bruland, a knowledgeable young man with lots of energy and good ideas. I urge you to put this in your address book: Dear Tess, I 've been a very bad Arachne reader for the past couple of years and have just sort of kept my email in the messages from time to time. I had no idea that you and the Professor were finishing with the memorable work you've done together. Could you please fill me in on the total quantity of your work and let me know what I should do to make sure that the Lace Museum has all the discs you've made. I know I bought some of the early ones and Sue Meyer tells me that you have also sent some discs for which we send grateful thanks. I would just like to make sure that we have a complete register of the wonderful work you've done. I hope to see you at the OIDFA Congress in Athens. love, Elaine - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2006 #16 -ivory bobbins?
In a message dated 1/19/2006 12:51:42 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Decorated English bobbins, genuinely made in ivory during the last century are rare, so unless a pattern of grain can be clearly distinguished, it is much wiser and probably more accurate to assume that they are made of bone." I have a couple of bobbins that appear to be made of ivory, and the Lace Museum also has one. We have been told that some bobbins were possibly made of ivory for English lacemakers who were living in India in the 19th century, Elaine Merritt Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2005 #358
In a message dated 11/5/2005 10:55:35 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: On Nov 5, 2005, at 22:20, suzy wrote: > i was hoping someone could give me a-round-about guess of how much 25 > or 28 grams of thread would be in length measurments. It will vary, depending on the thickness of thread - the ticker the thread, the less of it will fit in the 25 grams. Lacis used to have the formula in their catalogue for converting weight to length, but it's been years since I ordered from them, and I don't have any of their old catalogues anymore. How many of you are familiar with the UK thread books by Brenda Paternoster? She has vol. 33 out now. My copies are in London so I can't immediately refer to them, but I'm sure she could give some answers. Her email address is [EMAIL PROTECTED] (mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]) Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2005 #357
In a message dated 11/5/2005 7:20:38 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: But here is the list of what is covered in the correspondence course. I think I'm losing something in translation. I am wondering if "feet" means something like rhythm or movement (like in poetry)? And I'm not sure about "capital" either. ** >From Michel Jourde's website about the correspondence course: - - Study of feet and different stripes. - - Study of capital. - - Study of the points of completion. - - Synthesis and deepening I would guess that the study of feet probably means a study of various footside techniques, and study of points of completion probably refers to the various methods of ending trails, etc. You need to find someone who has worked with Michel Jourde to be sure that you will understand his directions. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2005 #357
In a message dated 11/5/2005 7:20:38 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I'd really like something big enough to display the lace and suitable for long term storage (acid free, archival quality). I envision a large album with dark blue pages, and some kind of clear protection (plastic, acetate?) so that I can show the lace off without worrying about people actually touching it. It would be great if additional pages could be added as I add to my collection. I would look at one of the catalog companies that offer archival materials because you lace can be ruined if you continue to store it in the wrong sort of scrapbook. I'm not at the museum today but I'll be there Monday and I'll post the name of one of the companies that speciialises in archival paper and files. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2005 #326
In a message dated 10/16/2005 11:10:43 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: most of Europe thinks that "lace" is limited to bobbin and needle made, thus relegating "all other" - especially tatting, knitting and crochet - to a less exalted place in lace-life. UK seems to "sit on the fence" on the subject, but then UK, quite often, seems to have a "split identity" (quite like Turkey and Russia ) as to belonging/not belonging to Europe... :) Thank you , Tamara for speaking up for the "other laces". At the Lace Museum, we tell our visitors that Lace can be made in many ways; lace is basically made up of holes surrounded by thread, but the 'thread' can be made of linen, cotton, wool, copper, gold or silver wire, etc., and even hair. Fortunately, we have excellent examples of all these techniques; needle lace, bobbin lace, tatting, knitting, crochet, etc and I'm pretty sure that all our visitors understand that the technique is simply a way of creating something beautiful. The current display is of collars of all types of thread, and of different techniques. The Christmas display will go up in November, and feature our beautiful Christmas balls adorned with pieces of lace, and our doll collection, with the dolls all showing off different types of lace. I hope many Arachneans will pay a visit either to our location in Sunnyvale or to our web page, _www.helacemuseum.org_ (http://www.helacemuseum.org) Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2005 #270
In a message dated 26/08/2005 08:19:17 GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I was talking with a friend today and she told me that the V & A will be receiving funds for revamping itself. Does anyone know if the lace rooms will be revamped or even retained? I visited the main lace room this summer. Nothing had been changed, so while the exhibit is attractive, the lace on display could use an airing, and it would be nice if something new could be shown. At last, there is a new exhibit at the Cinquantenaire Musuem in Brussels and this is well worth seeing. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum Sunnyvale CA - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2005 #259
In a message dated 13/08/2005 22:17:40 GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: It just occurs to me that someone might like a copy of the contents of each of the four lace CDs that the Professor has made. Someone asked me for this information, so now I have it and can send it to anyone as an attachement. Write privately, please. Tess ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) Dear Tess, Pllease send me the content lists for each of the discs. I need also to know how many discs there are now. I was visiting Bridget Cook last week and it apprears as if she is short at least one. I have been buying them for her as well I'll be back in the US in two weeks and can deal with the necessary orders then. love, Elaine - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2005 #252
In a message dated 08/08/2005 15:08:03 GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: My Polish cleaner brought her sister-in-law (who is visiting from Poland) to help this morning and the S-I-L has just tipped my lacemaking pillow off it's stand, flipped it upside down on the floor, and broken off several bobbins. Before I could stop her she had picked up the pillow and got it even more tangled! I can testify that turning it upside down does shake the bobbins free of the pins - but did break off more of these fine-ish threads. I think I'll return to working in thick threads!! It is/ was a piece of Binche from Syllabus Binche I, which I have been steadily working through. Generally I have been working several inches and then plaiting off and starting the next piece. This was the final handkerchief from lesson 5, with swans on and I was working a corner. I had planned that I would complete this piece, but not any longer. I've had the same experience with a pattern of Paris lace. It was my beautiful but curious cat that knocked the pillow of its stand resulting in fifteen pairs of broken threads! The only good thing is that the breaks are not close to the work. I will be able to replace each bobbin with a new thread, but it will take quite awhile. \it serves me right for not tying everything up and putting bubble paper over the lot. Elaine Merritt, San Jose, CA but currently in London for the summer. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2005 #151
In a message dated 07/05/2005 16:00:29 GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Liz in London I'm back _blogging_ (http://journals.aol.com/thelacebee/thelacebee) my latest lace piece - have a look by clicking on the link or going to _http://journals.aol.com/thelacebee/thelacebee_ (http://journals.aol.com/thelacebee/thelacebee) Liz, I am also in London for the summer. gve me phone call and perhaps we can get together. I live in Barnes, just south of Putney 020 8878 5582 Elaine Merritt ([EMAIL PROTECTED];.com_ (mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED];.com) ) - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: The Lace Museum
In a message dated 07/05/2005 16:00:29 GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I've already confessed that I ordered "the kit from hell" and I would like to know where is the best place in the US (preferably local to CA if possible) to get more thread as I've used what came with the kit. I would like to order more - do I need special thread designed I am very late in reading my Arachne postings and you probably have already solved your problems with thread, but I do want to tell you that you can contact The Lace Museum at http: _www. the_ (http://www. the) lacemuseum.org for various supplies and information. The Museum is located in Sunnyvale, CA, north of San Francisco and south of San Jose. The Museum is open from 11 a.m. till 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. It sells lacemaking supplies and has a lovely display of antique lace costumes on display. There is also a Guild that meets monthly at the Museum. The phone number is 408 730 4695 Elaine Merritt ([EMAIL PROTECTED] (mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]) ) - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: IOLI
In a message dated 19/06/2005 04:39:23 GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: It was because of my membership in IOLI, that I went to Denver for a workshop (in '93, I think) and, for the first time, saw *other people* handling bobbins :) The workshop itself proved not to be so great, but I made a friend "the first "meeting of the minds" I experienced in my 20 yrs in the US. My friend, in early June of '95, steered me to Arachne (then in it's second month of existence ). The rest - as the saying goes - is history... Dear Tamara, In this context, I recall an early friendship blooming between us which I have probably not 'watered' properly. I apologise for this... it happens with me, I guess because of so much moving and a lot of computer failures. I hate to think now how may laptops have bit the dust with laceelain correspondence dying on the vine. I really do value your friendship. I put on a jacket from my 'London' wardrobe this morning that is enhanced by a lovely initial in lace that you made for me quite some time ago.. I'm sorry that I won't be able to come to Denver for IOLI; Ralph and I both grew up there. and it would be interesting to see the city again. However. as usual, Ralph and I are in London now. I have seen two spectacular textile exhibitions here and will try to give some information about them on Arachne. One was of the textile collection made by the Henri Matissethis was possibly the most exciting art exhibition I have EVER seen, and the other, currently at the Victoria and Albert Museum, is also wonderful. It is beautifuly mounted and shows part of the wardrobe of Queen Maud of Norway. There isn't al lot of lace in it, but where lace is used, it is used in a beautiful way. Do havew a great time in Denver and think of me. love, Elaine . - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: traveling with lace
In a message dated 02/05/05 04:04:26, you write: << The Israeli air line El-Al allows locked suitcases. All luggauges is x-rayed before being put on the plane. In cases where they want to check the lugguage they ask you to leave it unlocked and will lock it for you later on. This happened to me only once on a flight from Munich to Israe >> Miriam offers good advice but I would also mention that a number of the travel shops sell special bright yellow combination locks that have a hole that allows the airline security officers to open the lock. The worst that can happen if they can't unlock the lock is that it will be sawed off.. I have used these locks with no problems. You do have to be careful to follow the instructions that allow you to put in your own combination and be sure to write it down somewhere, because otherwise YOU won't be able to get in yourself. Magellan is one firm that sells these and I'm sure there are other. Google on travel accessories by mail There is evidence now of some pilfering from suitcases so locks are helpful. I have travelled to and from the UK with a bobbin pillow in the suitcase twice because there's just no way you can now have one with you. The pins, scissors, etc. will be confiscated. What I have done is to type a note, using 14 pt type to explain what the pillow is for, and to ask for care in looking at it. I put the pillow in last so it will be on topo, and the note on top of that. So far, I've not had any problem with this. Hope it helps. I'm in the UK for the summer so will have to forgo Denver. It's a bit sad, as I grew up there and would have loved to come. Elaine Merritt ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2005 #71
In a message dated 3/6/2005 2:23:49 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: As a tatter, I was amused to see the "lost art" line used on hair work. I don't know about professionals, (how many of us make lace as a profession?) but there are certainly gobs of amateurs (which I mean in the root sense of "amateur", lover, one who does it for the love of it). I do apologize for being so far behind in reading the postings. I am trying hard to catch up. Perhaps others have already mentioned that the Lace Museum has a wonderful piece of hair lace. It's a shapely vest, made for a small woman. The threads of hair have been woven along with threads of gold. We do sell a postcard picture of this vest and it has been pictured in several of the Museum calendars. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] RosaLibra lace
Cathy Belleville will be teaching her brand new Rosalibra Lace at the Lace Museum on Saturday and Sunday, April 9, 10 The cost of the workshop is $130 which includes the wonderful new book that Cathy has published. This is an exciting, colorful, three dimensional lace. It's beautiful, and has many advantages; it's made with a small number of pairs, in one or many colors. The class is sure to fill quickly, and will be small. Call the Museum at 408 730 4695 Tuesday -Saturday between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. or email Pat Wootton [EMAIL PROTECTED] (mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]) . Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re:Square bobbins
I'm way behind in reading digests, but hope eventually to catch up. Last month there was a thread about various types of bobbins and Clay recommended the square bobbin. I just wanted to say that The Lace Museum in Sunnyvale CA also sells this bobbin. It's very popular. And, BTW, when I worked Milanese (which I love!) I decided that the "hands-down" best bobbin for that lace is something relatively new with vendors: it's called an "International Square" bobbin, and both Holly VanSciver and Lacy Susan carry it. There are two advantages to this bobbin: it has a squared off "bottom" which cuts down on the rolling about, and it has a double head Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re:jewels for Christmas decorations
In a message dated 2/16/2005 5:25:32 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I've been looking at Christine Springettes (sorry for spelling) Christmas Book and was wondering if anyone out there in "lace land" knows where I can purchase some of the "jewels" which are used in some of the Xmas Decorations. I've emailed "Roseground" with the same question but to date haven't received a reply (almost 2 weeks ago now). Christine was at The Lace Museum recently and she told us that the jewels were available at Wall Mart and probably at some other fabric stores that sell beads. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2005 #35
In a message dated 1/31/2005 8:40:08 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: This thread is so interesting, from the point of view of actually learning how others live! Jean, giving the details of your home makes me realise how lucky I am in my great big barn of a place. This is a very interesting thread, especially to me. My husband and I were living in London when I started to make lace and my first class was under the auspices of the Inner London Education Authority. I went a long way by Underground to a school that had been closed for regular use and turned over to the Inner London Authority for adult education. Our teacher was Kate Riley, now retired, this is still a name very well known in England. Kate was one of the first teachers to make diagrams to help lacemakers understand the order in which to make the stitches. When Kate was required to retire because of age, one of the lacemakers in the class offered her dining room to the class, and those of us who wanted to continue arranged to pay Kate privately and we moved to the private house. A couple of years later, my husband's job was transferred to Brussels. There, I discovered a class that met at the Art Museum. The teacher there was Mme Simone Jacquemin, a wonderful lacemaker who had learned to make lace in Bruges and was part of the first group of Belgian lacemakers who devised the Belgian method of color coding..One of her helpers there was Mme Ghyslaine Maes, who lived near me in the southern suburban area of Brussels and became a dear friend. At the museum, Mme Jacquemin taught us Bruges Flower Lace. (Btw, Mme Jacquemin also organized the Lace course for the first OIDFA Congress which was held in Bruges in 1984.) As it turned out, Ghyslaine lived near me in the southern areas of what is greater Brussels and she became both a teacher and a dear friend. In her home 7 or 8 of us learned to make various Belgian laces. Until her untimely death last year, Ghyslaine was the President of OIDFA So You can see that I have been very lucky to have gifted teachers and I've had all sorts of different places in which to make lace. Different teacher each have their own methods. They can all work just as different rooms can work. My advice is to make the best of what is available! Elaine Merritt, now at The Lace Museum 552 S. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2005 #31
In a message dated 1/28/2005 1:22:08 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I just wanted to share with you, my son (bless his heart) has bought me a new book, The Technique of Bobbin Lace by Pamela Nottingham, I have been looking through it and I love it, I can't wait to learn more and actually try and do all this stuff. Kids sure can surprise you once in awhile. I just love learning to make lace. You are in good hands!.. Many of us have learned how to make lace from Pam. The book was manna from heaven when it first came out. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Newnham pillows
In a message dated 1/26/2005 7:57:38 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Before Toutstow started making my pillows, my favorite pillow maker was Mr. Newnham in England. Does anyone else have any of his pillows? What is your pillow of choice and where did you come up with it? I have always thought these were the best. but I was buying pillows some years ago, directly from him. He was very willing to take advice and made some of the earliest block pillows. They seem never to wear out. It's still possible to order new bocks from the English supplier who took over his supplies. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 S. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #422
In a message dated 1/1/2005 8:29:20 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: 5yrs from now, who's going to be able to lay hands on the Lace Museum Guild's newsletter dated Spring 1994, even if they're willing to pay for it (and to the Guild, not to the E-bay seller)? Tamara has done a terrific job with her comments on the issue of putting Guild newsletters on a web site and I agree with her point that members of a Guild should have the first opportunity to information created by the Guild. In fact, the Lace Museum does give out old copies of its newsletter thinking that the material may be of use to lacemakers, but certainly, also in hopes that the gift will create an interest in someone becoming a member of the Lace Museum. I recently spent several hours going through stacks of our old newsletters to make sure that our own files contained several copies of each issue and putting all the rest into boxes to take to various craft shows, etc. We also share the copies of bulletins and newsletters sent to us by sister guilds and lace groups with our members by putting them in our lending library. However, as a sometime author of articles that have been published in Piecework I would certainly be upset if anything that had been published as written by me was used elsewhere without my permission. I know that the Professor is careful about this and we are certainly grateful for the enormous effort that he and Tess have put into their project. It is wonderful to have access to such material. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: horn aficot
In a message dated 12/29/2004 1:40:55 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What is a horn aficot? I didn't find it in the dictionary I believe that this is the tool made of horn that was used to polish needle lace. It is shaped a bit like a shoe horn. The Lace Museum has several on display. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #408
In a message dated 12/15/2004 1:44:28 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I have from time to time tried to find the names of people capable of and willing to repair lace. But no one I have spoken to has the psychological stamina to even enter into a negotiation with someone who thinks they want lace repair services. My guess is that it would have to be a labor of love performed by someone who really likes the person who owns the tatting. We do have people who come into the Lace Museum with lovely old pieces of lace that need repair and often, one of our Museum members will agree to help. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Repair: lace-digest V2004 #408
In a message dated 12/15/2004 1:44:28 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I have a friend who has a few antique tatting peices which need > repair. Because of the age of the items, this is very delicate work. > Would you be interested in repairing these items or can you refer me > to someone who can? While repair of lace is not something we advertise, we do try our best to help people who bring damaged pieces into the Museum. Some of our docents are willing to do repair work. And if we can not help, , we can often offer advice about more extensive repair possibilities. Ifd you have old lace that needs repair, my advice is to show it to as many "experts" as you can find. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #408
In a message dated 12/15/2004 1:44:28 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: BUT surely the price of some lace made now should reflect its instrinsic value as well? A unique specially designed item, like a couture frock or an artisan pot, should reflect at least the scarcity value of the art and craft skills used to make it. By all means cost out a standard torchon or Bucks edging or anything I'm capable of at a penny a pin (or whatever), but some current work is surely above that, even with design time included? Examples from the visit to the Czech Republic and Arachne members' webs sites spring to mind... Thank you for taking the time to make this important statement! Ralph and I send best wishes for 2005 and look forward to seeing you again at one of our events. Best, Elaine - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Bedfordshire workshop
For those who have reasonable access to The Lace Museum in Sunnyvale California, there are a couple of places still available for a 3 day workshop in Bedfordshire Lace taught by Christine Springett in February 2005. The hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m on Saturday and from 9:30 to 430 on Sunday and Monday. The price of the 3 day workshop is $140; two days, $110 and one day, if space is available, $75. There is also a possibility of individual instruction on Friday afternoon. Email [EMAIL PROTECTED] (mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]) for details. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Springett bobbins on sale
I have just received the catalog from Kerry Taylor Auctions with the pictures of bobbins from the collection of Christine and David Springett. being sold on the 16th of December. They are all very beautiful. It makes me wish for a ticket to London! This catalog will be a 'collectable' itself. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] small pieces of lace on ebay
I've recently been asked about some high prices for antique lace as seen on Ebay, along with comments that perhaps lace was being cut up in small pieces in order to sell it quickly. I don't know how many of you have been able to visit the Lace Museum in Sunnyvale, CA, but we do have the experience of receiving old pieces of lace in damaged condition, probably caused because of poor storing condition or perhaps, lack of care. If we already have better pieces catalogued in our collection we do cut such lace and sell undamaged pieces of it We also put small pieces of such lace on Christmas balls and sell them at the Museum. The balls are very beautiful and show off the lace quite well. We tag the lace with its type and other pertinent information so that others may learn something about it. The current display at the Museum has a tree decorated with such balls, and is lovely to see. We also have part of our extensive doll collection on display. Many of the dolls have lace on their clothing. Two of the lovely old dolls are large enough to wear antique christening robes. I spent 2 hours ironing one of them a couple of weeks ago. It made me realize just how much work our predecessors went through to dress their little ones. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South. Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] small pieces of lace
I've recently been asked about some high prices for antique lace as seen on Ebay, along with comments that perhaps lace was being cut up in small pieces in order to sell it quickly. I don't know how many of you have been able to visit the Lace Museum in Sunnyvale, CA, but we do have the experience of receiving old pieces of lace in damaged condition, probably caused because of poor storing condition or perhaps, lack of care. If we already have better pieces catalogued in our collection we do cut such lace and sell undamaged pieces of it We also put small pieces of such lace on Christmas balls and sell them at the Museum. The balls are very beautiful and show off the lace quite well. We tag the lace with its type and other pertinent information so that others may learn something about it. The current display at the Museum has a tree decorated with such balls, and is lovely to see. We also have part of our extensive doll collection on display. Many of the dolls have lace on their clothing. Two of the lovely old dolls are large enough to wear antique christening robes. I spent 2 hours ironing one of them a couple of weeks ago. It made me realize just how much work our predecessors went through to dress their little ones. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] lace pillow storage
I have been storing pillows in the square plastic bags that sheets sets come in. They have zipper closures However, the textile conservator that spoke at The Lace Museum last spring was not happy about this choice and felt that there would be off gassing from the plastic. Does anyone have a comment on this. I have to admit that I hanen't removed the pillows from these bags yet because I haven't seen anything better. The specialist archival catalogs that we have at the museum do not list anything that is really the right shape. I had never seen the wreath boxes that are being discussed, but I doubt if they are made of archival material either. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: National Flax Museum
In a message dated 11/26/2004 10:34:07 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: There is also the National Flax Museum in Kortrijk, a short train trip from Brugge. It is a very pleasant experience, as they also have some beautiful lace and costumes displayed in the Museum. As it happens we're talking about the same musuem. Belgium has two official languages, and Kortrijk is the Flemish name and Courtrai is the French name. I'm visiting the family of one of our sons this week to celebrate the US Thanksgiving holiday so I don't have my own maps and lace books available and I don't rmember now whether the city we are speaking of is in the French section or the Flemish one. Whatever language, the museum is wonderful and happily, lots of Belgians also speak English! Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #370
In a message dated 11/17/2004 5:01:24 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I've also heard that the specially cultivated long thin flax varieties were lost when farmers stopped growing them. So, even a hobbyist can not, today, grow a patch of it for self use. Lacemakers who visit Belgium should put the Flax Museum on a list of important places to visit. This museum is in the city of Courtrai, an important market town west of Brussels . There you can see the entire historic process of making linen thread, starting with large scale pictures of women and children on their hands and knees sowing the tiny flax seeds. The plants were indeed planted close to each other and staked in order for them to grow tall. Only tall plants were allowed to grow-- small ones were removed, so there was a gradual culitvation of taller plants. When the stalks were harvested, they were 'retted' , that is, soaked in the river Lis that runs through that part of the country, The river water is said to have the perfect qualities to soften the fibers. After soaking, the stalks are beaten to remove the hard outer covering and soften the. inner parts, Alll these procedures are depicted in tableau scenes of life-size figures of workers dressed in authentic old clothing.using antique tools. The scenes show exactly how the flax fibers are turned into rope, cords, and finally the very fine thread for making lace. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #368
In a message dated 11/17/2004 5:16:54 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: is the wire used in wire lacemaking just plain ordinary wire (such as my dh uses in electronics eg 100 micron copper wire) or is it something special? Yes, according to iLenka Suchanek, it is the same. You can sometimes find nice colours too. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Springett bobbin sales
In a message dated 10/26/2004 11:22:20 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > > I heard that Christine Springett's bobbins are going up for auction. Did I > miss it? Any info? >Kerry Taylor Auctions, in association with Sotheby's, announce the sale of > Christine and David Springett's antique lace bobbin collection on Wednesday > 15th December 2004, at Sotheby's, 34 New Bond Street, London W1 2AA. > > You can eMail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > or view online at: www.antiquestradegazette.com > > The phone number is: 020 867 64600 in the UK, or 0044 20 867 64600 > Overseas. > I do hope that helps - and good luck to whoever bids for this fabulous collection. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: sale of Springett bobbins
Some of you may have seen a note in the latest IOLI bulletin that Christine and David Springett will be selling their collection of antique bobbins. I've just had an email from Christine to say that they have so many bobbins that Sotheby's have suggested that the collection should be split and put into at least two sales. The first will be just before Christmas on December 15. Kerry Taylor is organising the sale & can be contacted on [EMAIL PROTECTED] . I understand that once all the cataloguing is complete there will be details on the web site with a goodly number of illustrations at http://www.antiquestradegazette.com/ Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re:Lace shop in Honiton?
In a message dated 9/29/2004 2:17:07 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > I was able to reach the site, and I see that the person who > runs the shop and makes the lace is Wendy Williams, not > Jonathan Page. > It is true that Jonathan intended to move upstairs and show (i.e. sell) lace only to those of us who were truly interested in fine lace. I understood that he expected to open a restaurant in the downstairs space. Someone nearby needs to go there and see if his restaurant is elsewhere. He might have had trouble with the planning commission of his town. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Bookreviews
In a message dated 9/18/2004 8:56:21 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Do you like to have book reviews appear on Arachne, or would you prefer they > > be submitted for publication in various lace bulletins? My answer to Jeri's question is "Both". Most of us can't possibly see all the lace bulletins and it's a shame to miss book reviews, especially by someone who is truly knowledgeable. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #314
I hope that Julie and any other lace makers visiting the San francisco, San Jose area of California will come to see The Lace Museum. The Museum is easy to find. We are open from 11 to 4, Tuesday through Saturday. .Our currect exhibit shows off the truly interesting history of the handkerchief. We have lots beautiful old lace trimmed hankerchiefs on display. Toward the end of November, the Christmas exhibit will go up. It features our wonderful lace trimmed Christmas balls and a tree trimmed with lace make by the members of our Guild.. The Museum is easy to find. We are open from 11 to 4, Tuesday through Saturday. Right now, we have a wonderful exhibit of lace trimmed handkerchiefs thro the ages. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Re:bobbins for Idrija lace
In a message dated 9/9/2004 1:53:12 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > No, not 'extremely' difficult, just slower and call for a bit more care. > Beaded bobbins also come in lots of different sizes, so you don't have to > worry about not having enough thread wound on. Yes, I agree with that. I started lace in the UK with beaded bobbins and have a wonderful collection that I love. I have a fine collection of antique bobbins with inscriptions and masses of new bobbins that recall a lace day, or special occasion. However I have also been lucky enough to live in Belgium and France and my own experience suggests that each lace is best learned with the bobbins of the country that developed that lace. I have found that laces that require constant sewings and similar maneuvers are easier to make if one uses the bobbins that the lacemakers of that area use. This said, I have English friends in my Bruges lace group who continue to use beaded bobbins for Binche with wonderful results. As an American lacemaker without a national lace, I am free to choose whatever bobbins I find will work well with the lace to be made. I suppose that the skill is in the mind and the tools are truly an accessory. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #304
In a message dated 9/4/2004 6:33:24 PM GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Liz in Melbourne wrote: > I enjoy mixing NL with BL. I have a couple of pieces that have BL edges and > inserts of NL. - Very Mixed!!! Well, some Brussells Lace was like that 150 > years ago! I don't do Brussels, or sectional laces - I put the N:L into Beds > lace - and it works well. It is enjoyable to work a piece with both my lace- > loves together!> We just had a fascinating workshop at The :Lace Museum on this very subject, taught by Holly van Sciver. Mix away Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: bobbin rolls
In a message dated 8/30/2004 5:22:50 AM GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > > BTW, bobbin rolls don't work very well for those of the Danish bobbins > > which are thin all-over except for the final bulb; you have to allow > > for the width of the bulb in determining the width of the pocket, but > > that means that the pocket is way too wide for the rest of the bobbin. You can put them in upside down. I find that works for other types of bobbins as well. It certainly protects the thread. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #290
In a message dated 8/27/2004 11:53:59 PM GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > the most frequently asked question: Your book is selling really > well--are you making a lot of money on it? NO! EMPHATICALLY NO!!! > Writing books is excelled only by lacemaking in its ability to turn vast > amounts of time into excessively small amounts of money. I'm just in it > for the cute boys. But, come to think of it... Dear, dear Cathy, Thank you so much for putting such good information about the complicated copyright situation in a clever and useful manner. I researched this subject myself years ago with an attorney. You are much easier to understand than he was, and I hope Arachneans will be grateful. Ralph and I are just back from the UK and I have a new kitten to integrate into the household. We hope to be able to take her with us next spring. I'm sticking close to home for a week or so because of her so may not manage to get into the Museum this weekend. I'm sure your workshop will be a great success. Hope to see you soon. Are you up for lunch one of these days? Love, Elaine Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re:bobbins for Idrija lace
In a message dated 8/27/2004 11:53:59 PM GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > would appreciate hearing from anyone who has made a piece or two, > and can tell me what sort of pillow and bobbins you used? I've decided to > use continentals because they'll hold more thread than my assortment of I used simple wooden Spanish bobbins that could hold a good amount of thread. Because many joinings are needed to complete this sort of lace, beaded English bobbins would be extremely difficult to use. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #288
In a message dated 8/27/2004 4:19:42 AM GMT Daylight Time, Renee Ford, writes > I'm ready to move back to the San Francisco Bay Area! > > Best to all, > Renee in Tucson Don't forget to visit the Lace Museum when you get back!! Our current exhibition is of handkerchiefs and in addition to its being visually quite lovely, it is VERY informative. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: MiLANESE workshop
We've had had two last minute cancellations for places at the OIDFA Milanese workshop to be held at the Lace Museum October 9 - 11. As in the past, the workshop will be taught by Louise Colgan. One does not have to be a member of OIDFA to participate. Anyone who would like more information, charges, recommendations for housing, etc., can contact me at [EMAIL PROTECTED] or Marji Suhm, OIDFA Vice-president at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #279
Dear Weronika, I'm way behind in reading the Arachne files and probably you have solved your fabric problem, but in case you are still looking for fabrics, you can go to Calico Corners at 4294 El Camino in Los Altos phone 600 559 9680 Ánd also, you should really visit The Lace Museum. You can take a bus toward San Jose on El Camino and ask the conductor to let you off closest to Murphy Avenue. We are at the far end of the strip mall at that corner. As you walk to the Museum you will pass a wonderful fabric specialty shop called Carolea's Knitche. Be sure to try there too. The Museum is open from 11-4 on Tuesday-Saturday. I am usually there on Wednesdays. Hope to see you soon. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #303
In a message dated 9/3/2004 6:45:57 PM GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Devon > who realizes that she doesn't even know how her own last name would be > pronounced in the European country of its origin, Luxemburg. Having lived for a number of years in Belgium -- to the point that I am assumed to be Belgian when I speak in France -- your name would be pronounced Tan-- the 'a' sound as in apple, the n not pronounced at all. In Belgium, Binche is pronounced with that same nasal sound. I do name the French laces using the French pronunciation since I am reasonably certain of saying them correctly. As far as other European laces, I do my best to learn the pronunciation from a native lacemaker. Tonder is difficult for most of us, it seems to be more like tunner than anything else. I don't think any of us should be discouraged from trying, or inconsiderate enough to criticize others who are undoubtedly doing their best. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] OIDFA lace tour
In a message dated 8/17/2004 3:41:29 AM GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Ilske und Peter Thomsen)[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > > All I can say is that if you can get to see any of the places which we > > visited do. Most of the towns will be on the Czech Tourist Board site > > I would think and maybe you could do the tour at a more leisurely pace. > > From a still mentally exhausted Sheila in Sawbridgeworth, E.Herts. > > But those who could do so must think that not all of the exhibitions we > visited are always on display. Some are only temporary. Dear Arachneans, All of the exhibitions put on for the OIDFA Congress in Prague and for the tour that followed were lovely, but I particularly liked the one we saw while on tour that was in the coach house of a castle in a place called Výstava. The exhibition was called Vranov nad Dyjí which I understand means Lace in Castle and Village. This castle has a fine portrait collection and the pictures chosen to be displayed all had people wearing lace. The interesting thing about the display was that they also displayed, in each case, a piece of lace like the lace in the portrait. It was wonderful! Many of us rushed to the desk to ask for a catalogue, and unfortunately, there was none. I have asked the local lace organisation if it can be possible to have this exhibition properly photographed because we might be able to raise money to make a catalogue. I'm not sure who we is but I guarantee that you would all want one. I may be at your door one of these days with a begging bowl. For anyone in the area, this exhibition will be available through September. Elaine Merritt ...still in London but very soon to be back in California where you can find her at The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: long pins
In a message dated 8/13/2004 10:44:03 PM GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > So I bought a box(actually, tube) of the long and thin pins. When I got > them I > was disappointed because there weren't very many of them (about 150) and > they > were so thin that they hurt my fingers when I pushed them in. > Some long pins are stronger than others. The pins traditionally used for Paris lace are long and quite strong, about 1.5 inches...3.8 cm. They would be fine for your project as long as it was prepricked. These pins are expensive and even tho they are strong, they will bend if pushed into pricking card that hasn't been pre-pricked. The long thin pins are used for much finer laces, Michelin, for example. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: Belgian war lace
In a message dated 8/7/2004 1:03:44 AM GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > > Mr and Mrs Hoover (before he became President), managed to persuade the > > US government to send help to Belgium, and managed to persuade the > > Germans to let it through. So, flour went in, and empty bags came back. > > Empty, but most beautifully embroidered, by the grateful recipients; > > Mrs. Hoover made sure that more than just flour was sent: thread (also > > thread for lacemaking) was included in the shipments.. In addition to the flour sacks that were embroidered by the grateful recipients of flour that was arranged to be sent to Belgium by Herbert Hoover at the time of the blockade of Europe in the first World War, beautiful lace was made by the Belgian lacemakers using as motifs the heraldic emblems of the countries of the allies. Some examples of this lace can be seen at the Hoover Tower on the Stanford University campus in the Hoover Tower. BTW, I understand that this was the first presidential library. After the war was over a number of these wonderful pieces of lace were presented by the King of the Belgians to various governments as thankful recognition for the help they had received. The Lace Museum has a wonderful piece in their permanent display. It is covered in order to save it from too much sunlight, but can be seen by anyone who asks. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Visiting The Lace Museum
In a message dated 7/27/2004 9:27:42 AM GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > FH Clive and I are leaving mid August and will be in San Jose, California, > traveling S. from BC, in September. Where are you in Northern CA? I hope you'll have time to visit The Lace Museum while you're in the Bay Area. It's in Sunnyvale, just west of San Jose. If you telephone me, I'll explain exactly how you should drive to get there. Normal opening hours are 11-4 Tuesday through Saturday, but I can open up on Monday if that is more convenient for you. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: judicial jabots
In a message dated 7/14/2004 8:10:28 PM GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > >Two jabots are definitely not enough. Cannot have reverse discrimination. > They have ALL got to wear jabots! Lacemakers, arise! As soon as I get nine > committed jabot-makers, I will produce a pattern. 5-to-4 Floral > Bucks/Torchon? ââ Aurelia How much time do we allow for the making of a jabot? I was too embarrassed to enter the counting of UFO's since I have them both in the UK and the US, but I would love to make a judicial jabot if the chosen pattern is not too time consuming. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: making of the lace jabots
In a message dated 7/14/2004 8:10:28 PM GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > People wouldn't need to complete a whole jabot, would they? Couldn't each > person just make a length for one layer of the jabot. That would distribute > the making more evenly, allow more people to be involved and speed up the > project > Sue Babbs > Sue has a point. The altar cloth that I saw in the church in Tonder, Denmark at this year's festival was absolutely beautiful and I understand that many Danish lacemakers produced the crosses which were joined side by side to make the edging. A committee joined them to make the finished product. To create jabots this way would take some clever design techniques but I would think we could solve that problem. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel: 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: Master thesis on American Lacemaking
In a message dated 6/20/2004 1:51:08 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Subject: [lace] Masters Thesis on American Lacemaking > > In a message dated 6/18/2004 10:16:14 PM Eastern Standard Time, > [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > First, I got Michelle Chase's Master Thesis on American (as in: US) > Lacemaking; thanks, Michelle (sorry, I didn't have your e-address in my > address book, so couldn't send a private message). Michelle has done a > great job of pulling it all together, especially when one considers how > little *truly American* lace there has been made in the short time US > has been US. ... > How could I obtain a copy? > Devon . I need two copies, please, one for me and one for The Lace Museum ...Please. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: Arachne at OIDFA Prague
In a message dated 6/6/2004 8:10:37 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > What's happened to the idea of an Arachne get-together in Prague. I > think Elaine was gathering the names. I suggest breakfast or lunch on > Sun. (That's a purely selfish suggestion, since I'm trying to get > Canadians together for breakfast on Sat., and there's a working lunch > for Council members on Sat.) Here I am, still collecting Arachne names going to Prague. At this point, I have 27 on the list, but they are mainly US names. It was my intention to have all Arachneans included. Others perhaps haven't thought to send me their names. Lunch Sunday sounds good to me. Any comments? Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #166
In a message dated 5/31/2004 7:02:29 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Remember the lace globe that we talked about doing for the Millennium? > I don't think it was the making that would have been the problem, more > where to exhibit it and what to do with it afterwards. At least this > time there would be somewhere for it to be exhibited initially >> The CD exhibit organised by the English Lace Guild in 2000 was eventually exhibited at the Lace Museum in Sunnyvale CA. and seen by many people over a period of several months. I carried the discs to the US myself in a wonderful small carryon case and because I hand - carried them the lace was partially covered by the Lace Guild's insurance. This exhibit was very popular in the US and seen by many. So if Arachne decided to do a new exhibit and wished to have a venue for exhibition, I would certainly recommend the Lace Museum and I personally would do my best to get the lace to California where it could be on display. Elaine Merritt. In London for the summer. (Back to CA in September!) - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Myth or Mystery
In a message dated 5/30/2004 3:01:23 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > > Forgive me for this message, but I am so excited! I just have to share this > with someone!! I've just received a letter from the Lace Guild telling me > that one of my entries for "Myth or Mystery" - a miniature sampler > roseground book based on the nursery rhyme "Ring a Ring o' Roses" - has won > a Medal of Excellence and the Ann Collier trophy for miniature lace. > Whoopee!! Dear Sue, Many congratulations. I remember what fine lace you make from my visit to you, so this award comes as no surprise. I hope to see a picture of it soon. By the way, The Lace Guild has put up a very nice lace exhibit at the museum in Gunnersbury Park, not too far from London. It will be on display all summer I think. . Ralph and I went to see it on Wednesday. Best, Elaine - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: discs 3/4
In a message dated 5/21/2004 12:02:21 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > At long last, CD3 and CD4 are ready for shipment. This time, they will be > sent together as a pair, packaged in a double jewel case. The cost is the > same as before, but as a pair, not singly. So total for both would be $20 > plus postage ($2 for domestic, $4 for international), a total of either $22 > or $24, wherever you may be. Dear Tess, I'm in London now and will put a (US) check in the mail tomorrow. I would prefer that you send the discs to me at The Lace Museum if that doesn't mess up your records. Ele Schwartz is managing the mail sent to us at the Kyburz address, and is then forwarding it to us here. The discs will just be a problem for her. I can ask Ruth Roller to keep the discs for me at the Museum. The Museum address is at the end of this email. Are you coming to the OIDFA Congress in Prague? Hope to see you there. love, Elaine The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel 408 730 4695 The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 Tel 408 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #154
Dear Digest, I've had renewed trouble with my address book. It seems to have suddenly disappeared. I am told that there may a virus unknown to Norton or McAfee that takes over address books. In case this might be the problem, I am told that one should Subj:[Fwd: FW: This virus got through to my computer] Date: 5/18/2004 5:29:26 PM Pacific Daylight Time From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (James and Trenna Ruffner) Reply-to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: !000 (!000), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Alfons Thiels), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Alice Camber), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Ann Day), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (anne and steve hansen), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Barb Engle), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Barbara Bulgarelli), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Barbara Fay), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Barker, William), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Barker, William), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Barton Lessin), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Bridget Cook), [EMAIL PROTECTED] ([EMAIL PROTECTED]), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Chris At Work), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Chris Brill-Packard), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Chris Ruffner(home)), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Debbie Beever), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Deborah Robinson), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Debra Jenny), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Diana Glasspool), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Diane (Chadsey) Keivit), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Dianna Stevens), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Don Mayberry), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Elain Merritt), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Eva B GILMAN), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (George Benson), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Georgian Franczyk), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Heather Simmons), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Janice Kett-Blinn), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Jean Leader), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Jen Gayman), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Jo Ann Eurell), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Joan Berndt), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (John Aebi), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Judith Nesbit), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Judy Nesbit), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Judy Zeiss), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Kate Patterson), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Kathleen Campbell), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Kathy Mullins-Engelhardt), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Kay Delle Koch), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (kosmo), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Alfons Thiels), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Debbie Beever), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Deborah Robinson), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Diana Glasspool), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Jean Leader), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (LACE EXPRESS), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Sherry Graham), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Bridget Cook), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Barb Engle), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Vibeke Ervo), !000 (!000), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (wormalert), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (LACE EXPRESS), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Lace Guild), [EMAIL PROTECTED] ([EMAIL PROTECTED]), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (leslie saari), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (leslie Saari), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Lia Baumeister-Jonker), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Margi Alessi), [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Maria T Sotero), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Marta Cotterell), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Mary Lou Reichard), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Michael Ruffner), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Nancy Bandemer), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Nancy VanOphem), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Pamela Johnson), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Peter Smith), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (R.G. Edmonson), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Rebecca Palmer), [EMAIL PROTECTED] ([EMAIL PROTECTED]), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Sally Doman), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Sherry Graham), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Shirley Lee), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Simon Schaffer), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Teri Julien), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Vibeke Ervo), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (William Hall), [EMAIL PROTECTED] (wormalert) File: ATT2.EML (4643 bytes) DL Time (32000 bps): < 1 minute Fom the Ruffners - this apparently was in our computer too X-Apparently-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] via web80504.mail.yahoo.com; Tue, 18 May 2004 07:45:46 -0700 Return-Path: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Received: from mx1-chcgil.chcgil.ameritech.net (206.141.192.66) by mta813.mail.yahoo.com with SMTP; Tue, 18 May 2004 07:45:46 -0700 X-Originating-IP: [207.217.120.228] Received: from mynah.mail.pas.earthlink.net (mynah.mail.pas.earthlink.net [207.217.120.228]) by mx1-chcgil.chcgil.ameritech.net (8.12.10/8.12.10) with ESMTP id i4IEjjlE026831 for <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; Tue, 18 May 2004 09:45:45 -0500 (CDT) Received: from dialup-4.229.72.187.dial1.detroit1.level3.net ([4.229.72.187] helo=earthlink.net) by mynah.mail.pas.earthlink.net with asmtp (Exim 3.36 #4) id 1BQ5on-000508-00; Tue, 18 May 2004 07:43:45 -0700 Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> X-Priority: 3 Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] X-Mailer: EarthLink MailBox 2004.1.42.0 (Windows) From: "Sally Doman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Arlene Imus" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, "Bernice Jones" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, "Bette Gay" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, "Carol K" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, "Charlotte" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, "David and Lori" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, "Debbie Snyder" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, "Deneen Richards" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, "deneen_richards" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, "Diana & Annette" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, "Julie Roach" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, "Kathy Leaver" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, "LacySusan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, "Lee Place" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, "Lisa" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, "LisaK" <[EMAIL
[lace] Re: computer problems
Many thanks to all the super nice Arachneans who sent me their email addresses. I've managed now to recreate my address book and back it up. Take care, those of you who might be in the same vulnerable situation that I was in. I've always backed up my main computer, but somehow left the laptop unprotected. Call me dumb! Elaine Merritt, now in London and hoping to meet some of you at the Tonder lace festival in June. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Computer problems
In a message dated 5/10/2004 7:43:53 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dear friends. I have had a computer failure that erased my entire address book. I would very much appreciate a short email from those of you who correspond more or less regularly with me so that I can build my list once more! Many thanks. Elaine Merritt [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re:plaits again
In a message dated 4/22/2004 12:22:37 AM Pacific Daylight Time, Weronika Patena wrote: > Yet another beginner's question. Thank you all for being so patient and > helpful with me. > > I tried to make a braid (also called a plait, I think - anyway, what I > mean is when you take two pairs and just CTCTCTCT... straight without > pins, to get a neat thin braid). I failed miserably. Even if I pull it > up after every CTCT, it comes back down when I work on the next one, and > then when I try to pull the next one up the whole thing becomes a nasty > irregular knot. The only way I could make it work was if I actually put > a pin in the middle after every CTCT or two, and then removed each pin > after I put in the next one so that I could pull on the threads and > prevent the hole from the pulled out pin from showing. It seems like it > should be doable without that though... How can I make it work?? I apologise for coming very late to this digest, but my comment may help Weronika or other newbies. What kind of pillow are you using, Weronika? It sounds as if you may be using a bolster or some sort of pillow where the bobbins are hanging. IMO, plaits are much easier to manage on a cookie or block type flat pillow. You might try one out to see if that would help you learn the technique that has been so well described by others here. If you don't have a flat surface to work on, and are using a bolster then I would advise shortening your leashes so that you are closer to the intended plait and while the plait is forming, try to keep it on a horizontal plane. Good luck. Practise makes perfect :>) Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel: (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #113
In a message dated 4/18/2004 12:20:29 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > I just started doing bobbin lace about a month ago - lots of fun. > I live in Pasadena, CA, and I'll be staying in Palo Alto, CA over the > summer - are there any lacemakers/events around either of those places? Please come in to The Lace Museum. It's located at 552 South Murphy Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA which is not at all far from Palo Alto. You can take a bus east on El Camino and get off near the Saratoga Sunnyvale Road. The Museum is just a tiny walk from there. The phone number is tel: (408) 730 4695. The Museum is open from 11 am to 4 pm, Tuesday through Saturday. The display changes 4 times a year and there will be a nice exhibit of baby things and christening dresses when you are there. The Museum has a wonderful collection of antique lace, and whoever is on duty will be very pleased to show you some of it. Sadly, I will not be there to greet you because I spend the summers in London. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #113
I hope to go to Tonder.but haven't made plans to take the workshops.. . DH and I will be leaving California on Thursday to fly east for a weekend in New Hampshire with our younger daughter and family. We fly to London on the 27th and will be there until end August except for a trip to Prague for the OIDFA Congress. I'm looking forward to seeing all my UK lace friends . Anyone close to Barnes, or Putney who wants to get together to talk about lace should give send mea personal email . - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] penguin pattern needed
The Lace Museum here in Sunnyvale, CA has had an urgent request for a lace pattern of a penguin. I think the English Lace Guild published a Penguin Pattern Book a couple of years ago. If anyone has a copy they would like to sell, please contact me privately. Or if someone has a pattern for a penguin and wants to send it to me in a PDF file, that would be great. Many thanks, Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel: (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #104
In a message dated 4/7/2004 12:33:10 PM Pacific Daylight Time, Michelle writes: > Paramaribo is the capital of Suriname..not that I've been there yet > but I have seen photos. I have been informed this afternoon that we are to > be out of our unit by 26th April (cos' I'm flying to Melbourne on 27th, for > a month with the kids before going to Suriname!) so the next couple of weeks > is already starting to be hectic and I have spent the last half an hour > scanning passports, birth certificates, wedding certificate etc and have to > track down a "certificate of good conduct" from the police station of a > country (here) that I am not even a resident of...not to mention > packing, cleaning things out and selling a car in a hurry/closing a bank > account/arranging tax papers and all the other garbage things that go along > with moving to another country in 3 weeks time! > > Michelle > an Aussie living in Richards Bay, South Africa but soon to be going to > Suriname Dear Michelle, This sounded so familiar. I moved from country to country in the '50's, '60's and '70's, sometimes making lace, sometimes making babies. I know it's a hectic time, made difficult by the demands made by various immigration authorities, but you will survive, and one day, be able to look back on the experience with pride. In spite of the current problems, you know you're lucky to have the opportunity. Learn all you can, take pictures, save ethnic bits and pieces and above all, and if you have children, try to make sure they are happy too. Elaine Merritt now at The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel: (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #101
In a message dated 4/4/2004 3:19:53 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > The Lace Museum in Sunnyvale, CA (which would be closer to you) also > used to carry it, but I don't know if they still have it; their list of > books for sale is limited to new arrivals. We are out of the Point Ground Study at The Lace Museum, but Pam gave me several copies to sell so anyone in the San Jose area who wants one can contact me. However, please note that my husband and I will be leaving for our annual trip to London on April 21 so don't wait too long. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel: (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Cow and calf bobbins
In a message dated 3/28/2004 8:34:34 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Cow and a calf". Or "mother and babe". Those are bobbins (always > Midlands, I think) which are carved/turned in such a way that a larger > one will "carry", within itself, a really tiny (no more than 3/4-1") > one. Somewhat like the Chinese "ball puzzles", where there's a ball, > within a ball, within a ball -- all moving independently of one > another. > I have a couple of these lovely old bobbins, but they are not spangled as Midlands bobbins are. They are more in the tradition of "thumpers'' , used, I think in Bedfordshire lace. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel: (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #91
In a message dated 3/25/2004 1:33:01 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Thus making the lace perfect but bland, and washed off any > "personality" which it would have otherwise... Like processed cheese... >Pshaw! Now, now, Tamara. Take a moment to think about perfection as it pertains to artistic endeavor. There's nothing bland about beauty; certainly some antique lace was made with such a fine thread and technique of such wonderful quality that the lace produced still amazes us today. It's very perfection lifts the lace far above anything like 'processed cheese'. We may be willing to accept imperfections today and call them style, but there was a time when price was determined by quality, that is to say, quality of workmanship and fineness of thread. I come to this conclusion through a study of many pieces of antique lace, made in a manner I find impossible to imitate. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel: (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] early statistics for the OIDFA Congress
As of Thursday evening, March 18, 13 Arachnes have said they plan to attend the OIDFA Congress in Prague. Not everybody has mentioned whether or not they will be at the Banquet. Four said they were not going to come. Six said they were taking the tour. Elaine Merritt - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: Arachnes at Tonder
In a message dated 3/16/2004 6:33:29 AM Pacific Standard Time, Irene Whitham, writes > I too am going to the Tonder Lace Festival. I'm looking forward to > meeting everyone! How will we know who's who? > > I would also like to see the exhibition in Copenhagen, could Avril > please gives us the information again. I promise to write it down this > time. Can't believe how forgetful I can get already It seems to me that one year, one of the suppliers --was it Barbara Fay? -- offered to keep a list of those Arachnes who registered there. We might be able to try to sit together at the dinner. Could someone make a sign ?? Just a thought. Elaine Merritt - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] roommate wanted for OIDFA congress
Thanks to everyone who has replied to my suggestion for the possibility of Arachne members getting together at the OIDFA Congress meeting in Prague. So far, we are I've also had information that a US lacemaker is looking for a roommate for the Congress and the 5 day trip. Email me privately if you would like her name. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel: (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Noelene's mat
In a message dated 3/12/2004 10:20:54 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > It's been a good season - my large Torchon mat, for which I received a > first at the Canberra show, has not only received a first at the Cooma > show, but has won Champion of the Needlecraft section today. Many congratulations, Noelene. I hope we get to see it at one of the exhibitions. Elaine The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel: (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [lace] Re:Heather Toomer book
In a message dated 3/13/2004 7:31:41 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > >The Lace Museum is selling Heather's new book. I don't have the exact > price at hand; I think it's $9.95 plus shipping, and plus tax if purchased in > California. > I think a number is missing from the price. Please check. No, Alice(and others!), In fact, the price is $9.75 plus tax if purchased in CA, and plus package and postage if mailed. This is Heather's small book, it's about 9" square. I believe it's her newest publication. She sent it to me last summer in London. The title is European Laces - an Introduction. I find it very useful as it can be easily carried to the sales or Museums. The ISBN is 0-9542730-0-1 Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 Tel: (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re:OIDFA Congress in Prague
In a message dated 3/9/2004 10:57:57 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > My friend Darlene and I are going to OIDFA in July. She has heard there is > a Lace School there or nearby. Does anyone know about it and have a web > site or physical address? > And how many Gentle Spiders are going? We should have a get together. I've offered to compile a list of those Arachne members planning to come to the OIDFA Congress so that we can try to arrange a meeting or possibly plan for sitting together at one of the meals. Please send your name, and note whether you plan to take the five day tour after the Congress. If you use OIDFA Congress List in the subject line, I can easily save your message. It will be helpful to know if you are traveling with a family member, i. e. husband, wife, children, etc. BTW, there is a lace school in Vamberg which is not too far away. The Congress program lists both a one day trip to Vamberg and a visit there as a part of the five day tour that follows the weekend congress.. Elaine Merritt, one of the US OIDFA Council members - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: Tonder Lace Festival try
In a message dated 3/10/2004 11:35:46 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Date: Wed, 10 Mar 2004 07:21:52 - > From: "nicky.h-townsend" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: [lace] Tonder Lace Festival > > Morning Spiders > I see postings about those of you planning to go to Prague, but who is going > to the 6th Tonder Lace Festival in Denmark June 4th - 6th? And what > about the Lace Guild Conference in Scarborough 23rd -25th April? I'm planning to go to the Tonder Lace Festival, and hope to first see the exhibition in Copenhagen that was mentioned on Arachne some time ago. As many of you know, my husband and I spend summers in the London area of the UK each year, so other wonderful lace enthusiasts take my place at The Lace Museum in Sunnyvale, CA. I try to get to as many UK and European lace events as possible, but I'm not sure if we will be in the UK in time for me to attend the Lace Guild Conference. i hope we can get together, Nicky. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel: (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re:Heather Toomer book
In a message dated 3/9/2004 10:57:57 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Sometime back I think there was a discussion on the book "Antique > Lace -Identifying Types and Techniques" by Heather Toomer. copy right 2001. > Does anyone know of a dealer (preferably in the US) who carries it? The Lace Museum is selling Heather's new book. I don't have the exact price at hand; I think it's $9.95 plus shipping, and plus tax if purchased in California. Anyone who wants one can contact me and I will send exact particulars. Note, we do not have an unlimited supply of these books. I can say that it is very nice. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel: (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace makers outside
In a message dated 2/28/2004 5:49:56 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > I forgot to tell you there is a painting from Vermeer "The look out of > the window" where you see a woman sitting on her house steps an doing > lace. This could be a proof what a Netherland lace-teacher me told that > at that time "The golden Century" most women in the part called > Holland could do lace-making just for fun as we today because they > were rich. > Ilske I have never thought that the lacemakers who are shown sitting outside were "having fun". My understanding is that they were outside, or just at the doorway because they needed the light and also the cleaner air. Inside, the air was often smoke-filled from the open fire that was used both for cooking and heating. Houses at that time were not well lit like ours are. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel: (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re:OIDFA CONGRESS
In a message dated 2/28/2004 5:49:56 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Congress Prague > If I put down for the cheapest lodging (double room, sharing the > bathroom with another such, on campus), do I have to "provide" my own > roommate, or will the organisers find me one? I feel quite certain that the organisers will find you one. But perhaps, if those US Arachne members who plan to go to Prague wish to send me their names, I could help to find Tamara a flatmate. In any case, it will nice to know how many of us will be there. At former Congresses, we have tried to eat together at least once. Elaine Merritt, OIDFA council member - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: Girl with a Pearl Earring
In a message dated 2/26/2004 8:10:39 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > > As I didn't know of any sources - except maybe the book "Girl With A Pearl > Earring" - I was wondering if any people here might be able to help her. There is very little mention of lace in the book. The young maid does say that her mother taught her to make lace, but that's about all. She is working in the house of the painter Vermeer, and that's the reason for the picture on the cover. It's a lovely book that gives interesting details about the way of life in the Netherlands in that time and well worth reading, but you won't find much lace in it. The author has written two other books, both with a solid historical base. One is set at the time of the campaign for women's suffrage in England, and another about religious persecution that sent Huegonauts from France to Switzerland. I understand that the latest novel has the famous painting with the Unicorn on the front. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel: (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] wire workshop
For those interested in making lace with wire, there is room for two more lacemakers to come to the Paisley workshop to be taught by Lenka Suchanek at The Lace Museum on March 6 and 7. Examples of the new Paisley work can be seen on Lenka's web page, http://lenka @silverpinstudio.com The fee is $150 which includes 15 hours of tuition from Lenka, and morning coffee, lunch and afternoon tea on both days. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel: (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: :) Fwd: golden sunsets
In a message dated 2/23/2004 5:14:44 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > I've sure gotten old. I've had 2 By-pass surgeries. A hip replacement, > new knees. Fought prostate cancer, and diabetes. I'm half blind, can't > hear anything quieter than a jet engine, take 40 different medications > that make me dizzy, winded, and subject to blackouts. Have bouts with > dementia. Have poor circulation, hardly feel my hands and feet anymore. > Can't remember if I'm 85 or 92. Have lost all my friends. > > But. Thank God, I still have my Californian driver's license! Don''t take this seriously! All of us oldies here in CA get VERY anxious when our licenses come up for renewal. Just the written test is bad enough to give you a nervous tummy, and every so often, you may need to take the full driving exam just like the young 15 or 16 year olds who come in accompanied by their mothers. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel: (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: Bidding on EBAY
In a message dated 2/22/2004 9:47:22 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > > Bidding on ebay's fun provided you don't take it too seriously. If you don't > win an item, another will come along some time. If someone's prepared to pay > more than me, well good luck to them. One of our Lace Museum regulars came in to the Museum last week with an absolutely beautiful piece of antique needle lace she had bought on EBAY for a song. We spent the morning comparing it to various laces and decided it was authentic Point de France! This should make a 'regular checker of EBAY out of me except I can't seem to find the time. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel: (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #60
In a message dated 2/14/2004 9:19:33 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > We have a vague thought of going to Prague to the OIDFA congress. Only to > visit the exhibition, no classes or tours. My mother in law is 93 and has > been an avid bobbinlacer, but now her eyes are too weak. As she is rather > fit to fight I am thinking of "taking" her with me if she wants to but I > want to know a bit about it first. As one who attended the meeting last summer, here is one opinion: I think you could choose any of the hotels mentioned on the Congress Web page. Staying at the University site might be the easiest for your mother, as far as seeing the exhibitions, etc., and participating in the activities of the Congress, but staying in Prague itself, down town, could offer other opportunities and a hotel with more service. The Pension Jazz is quite close to the University and has the advantage of also being reasonably close to the end of the metro system that runs through and around Prague so it could also be a good choice. Much would depend on how much walking your mother is willing to do and how interested she would be in the various sites. Prague is a very beautiful city and has much to offer. Elaine Merritt, US Council member . - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Wire workshop
The Lace Museum in Sunnyvale, CA is now taking reservations for a fifteen hour workshop in wire lace with beads on March 6 and 7, to be taught by Lenka Suchanek. Lenka calls the lace 'Paisley'. Examples can be seen on her web page, http://lenka @silverpinstudio.com Reservations are limited. The cost of the workshop is $150 which includes tuition and morning coffee, lunch and afternoon tea on both days. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel. (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #42
In a message dated 1/30/2004 2:52:42 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > I think the computer/digital camera discussion is appropriate here because > people are using these things to photograph lace. And there are a number of > people who might find the information useful in the future (me for one). > Lorelei I agree with this. Digital photography is so useful for taking lace photos that we need to know more about how to use it properly. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel. (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #40
In a message dated 1/29/2004 12:54:41 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Today, we use the soap product called Orvus, produced by Procter & Gamble, > to > wash heirloom textiles, including lace. The Lace Museum sells small jars of Orvus. For further information, contact me at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel. (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #39
In a message dated 1/28/2004 8:27:54 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > The above is the American version of the earlier book by Heather Toomer: > "Lace - Guide to Identification of Old Lace", Batsford, 1989, ISBN 0-7134- > 5701-5, > $48 when new in the U.S. Actually, the new book is very different. The old book suffered from bad photography and the new one has wonderful pictures. I do recommend it to anyone who would like a book that treats identification. I find this one is quite solid. I met with Heather when I was in London last summer and she shared some lace with me that had featured animals. She has an extensive personal collection. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel. (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: The Lace Museum
Jeri writes: > That is why, when I wrote about our need of a lace and embroidery museum in > America last year, I said something about it needing to be independent of an > existing historic house, museum, school, government facility, etc. Please don't forget the Lace Museum in Sunnyvale, CA. I know we are small, but we are certainly independent. We have a wonderful collection, and while only a very small part of it can be on display at a time, we do change the display 4 times a year, and will bring out special items to those specialists who ask about our lace and arrange a visit in advance. The Christmas display which will close at the end of this month features the excellent doll collection owned by the Museum. Most of the have lace trimmed costumes, and two are large enough to wear beautiful Christening robes from the Museum collection. Our next display will be of doilies of all types. Arachne visitors are especially welcome. Just send Paula Harten or myself an email to set a date. The Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 to 4. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel. (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: bequests
In a message dated 1/28/2004 8:27:54 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > I am pleased that IOLI has received another very lovely antique lace > collection, and hope it fares well under present more tightly-organized > direction. > (It always depends on whom is in charge, doesn't it?) > > The explanations I received about the earlier collection were so confusing, > that any thoughts I might have had to donate laces to IOLI evaporated. I am > > now taking steps to instruct the executor of my estate to just send my > collection plus a substantial cash donation to a secure facility of my > choosing in > Europe, or (if that becomes too cumbersome) to auction the collection. > > This is NOT what I hoped for, but alternatives are not to my liking. Others > > before me have envisioned a substantial museum research facility devoted to > lace and embroidery in the U.S., but they received inadequate interest and > support, also. > > My plans are solidifying. I learned there was more interest in such a > facility coming from Arachnes overseas, than from within the U.S. People in > other > nations realized the U.S. is a melting pot, and that bringing together laces > > and embroideries from all nations would prove to be a wonderful and > efficient > way to help scholars study this aspect of what is mostly women's history. > Much > could be done with a centralized data facility, and there could also be > galleries, classrooms, a library, conservation lab, etc. > > Jeri Ames in Maine USA > Lace and Embroidery Resource Center Dear Jeri, Might you consider helping us? I assure you that we are hard working and very responsible. What we lack is adequate money for our own facility. ( we rent our current location) We now have about $25,000 in our building fund. But of course, that's not nearly enough. However, it grows slowly, year by year. I believe that our current president will be at IOLI and if you are going to be there, I am sure she would be very appreciative of any time you might have to spend with her. All best wishes, Elaine Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel. (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: the Girl with a Pearl Earing
In a message dated 1/25/2004 2:46:55 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Did I read on Arachne that there > > was lace making in the book? I wonder if there is lace > > making in the movie? Has anyone seen it yet. So far it is > > only out in some cities so it might take a while to get > > here. As I remember it, the girl herself had been required to make lace, taught by her mother, I think; but this was not at all the main theme of the book. It was only mentioned in the beginning of the book as an aside. The girl had been hired to clean the workshop of the to be famous painter, Vermeer, and she amazed him by being able to put each and every thing back in its exact place. He was painting still life and had a wonderful pearl earring, now known to those who are familiar with his painting. He wanted to paint the earring and had her model for him. At that point she became much more than the cleaner. It's a beautifully crafted book and lovely to read. This author has an interesting method of using historical events as a backdrop for a made-up story. I have now read two further novels of hers. One depicts the era of religious turmoil in France and the exodus of religious Protestants to Switzerland and another is set in London with women demanding the right to vote. Both are very good 'reads'. Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel. (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #22
In a message dated 1/15/2004 2:52:00 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > > > So many people are intimidated by half stitch, that I'd save it for > > last. I have to say, obviously very belatedly, that I've had good luck in teaching half stitch first. If a student only knows how to do that, he or she will do it quite easily without thought, and later, adding the extra cross to make a cloth stitch is very easy. Sorry to be so late in replies. We were away at Christmas, and now, I am trying to catch up. Elaine Merritt, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Elaine Merritt The Lace Museum 552 South Murphy Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 tel. (408) 730 4695 - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
