Re: [lace] Torn veil - help needed

2014-01-05 Thread Joan Wilson
Hi, my thought is to do a sprig lace in Honiton lace or similar and appliqué over the tear. Joan in stormy Ontario On Sunday, January 5, 2014, Sue Babbs wrote: > A friend's granddaughter is getting married in September, and thinking of > wearing the Brussels Lace veil, which has been worn by 50 o

Re: [lace] Miss Channer's Mat

2014-01-03 Thread Joan Wilson
Oh my, I have "Miss Channers Mat" never used yet. I guess I had better treasure it since it is so hard to come by now. Joan in frigid Ontario. On Friday, January 3, 2014, Lynn Scott wrote: > I've gone to the website that now sells the Ruth Bean books and sent them a > note at their contact addres

[lace] Lace Term

2012-06-17 Thread Joan Wilson
Thank you all for your help. It makes perfect sense now. I think I was having a senior moment :-(( Much appreciated. Joan in windy rainy northern Ontario - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera.

[lace] lace term question

2012-06-17 Thread Joan Wilson
Hi all, I was looking at a Bucks pattern that I'd like to start & see a term that I haven't seen before even though I have been making Bucks for years. I hope someone can explain this term to me. The written instruction says"work honeycomb ring with a* pinchain* on the left side" Pinchain is th

Re: [lace] There's never enough room

2012-05-29 Thread Joan Wilson
Hi, Richard Pikul does not have a web site just email. His bobbins are a dream to work with, the wood finish wonderful. Joan in Ontario. On Tue, May 29, 2012 at 7:04 PM, Janice Blair wrote: > Was it Neill? Richard's are less than 1/4" on the stem but do open out to > a > little less than 1/2" w

Re: [lace] Leeks

2011-03-01 Thread Joan Wilson
I think it is very likely referring to wild leeks which are much smaller than commercial ones in stores. The bulb resembles a spring onion & are found in the bush in early spring. Joan in Ontario On Tue, Mar 1, 2011 at 10:10 AM, Jean Nathan wrote: > Devon, I think the leeks that people wear are b

Re: [lace] RE: bobbin makers

2010-10-02 Thread Joan Wilson
Hi again Pamela Glew in Canada decorates bobbins Joan On Fri, Oct 1, 2010 at 8:21 PM, Jenny Brandis wrote: > Hello List, I am compiling this thread into a spreadsheet broken into > turners and decorators to give a more complete single list - would you like > me to put it online once it is 'done'?

Re: [lace] Bobbin makers

2010-10-01 Thread Joan Wilson
Hi I would like to add Richard Pikul of Toronto,another Canadian bobbin maker. Joan in Stayner Ontario On Fri, Oct 1, 2010 at 8:31 AM, Margot Walker wrote: > > Simon Toustou is the only Canadian bobbin maker mentioned so far.  I'd like > to add three more names:  Anton Nahorny (who died a number

[lace] Re: Finger Lakes Lace Guild Lacing weekend

2010-09-30 Thread Joan Wilson
had 6 1/2 inches of rain in the last 24 > hours. > > > -----Original Message- > >From: Joan Wilson > >Sent: Sep 30, 2010 4:22 PM > >To: Celtic Dream Weaver > >Cc: arachne lacing > >Subject: Re: [lace] another bobbin maker US and Finger Lakes Lace Gu

Re: [lace] another bobbin maker US and Finger Lakes Lace Guild Lacing weekend

2010-09-30 Thread Joan Wilson
Hi I am planning to attend along with five other lace makers from the Simcoe Cty. & Georgian Bay Lacemaker groups from Ontario. We are looking forward to a great weekend. Joan in Stayner, Ontario On Thu, Sep 30, 2010 at 2:32 PM, Celtic Dream Weaver < celticdreamwe...@yahoo.com> wrote: > Did anyb

Re: [lace] Lace terminology

2009-09-30 Thread Joan Wilson
Hi Debora and Thank you Clay! I was feeling the same way and wondering where I had missed that expression. Joan, in rainy Stayner, ON From: Clay Blackwell To: Debora Lustgarten Cc: lace@arachne.com Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 5:18:53 PM Subject: Re: [lace

Re: [lace] Smelly books

2009-06-15 Thread Joan Wilson
Hi All, I was told years ago for cigarette smoke smell in old furniture etc to place cedar boughs in the drawers or inside a cupboard. I did this & it worked for a cabinet that I got from an estate. I replaced them a couple of times. It might work if you put the book into a container with tight fit

Re: [lace] Smelly books

2009-06-15 Thread Joan Wilson
Hi All, I was told years ago for cigarette smoke smell in old furniture etc to place cedar boughs in the drawers or inside a cupboard. I did this & it worked for a cabinet that I got from an estate. I replaced them a couple of times. It might work if you put the book into a container with tight fit

Re: [lace] My Toender Lace

2009-02-12 Thread Joan Wilson
Absolutely Stunning! I have enjoyed watching the progress. Thanks for sharing with us. Joan in Ontario From: Julian Jefferson To: David in Ballarat Cc: lace@arachne.com Sent: Thursday, February 12, 2009 2:29:20 PM Subject: Re: [lace] My Toender Lace And

Re: [lace] On the Pillow?

2008-12-27 Thread Joan Wilson
My little kitten does the same thing. I found the pins scattered on the work table & the floor. She also loves scooting the bobbins around on the hardwood floor when she manages to get one. What a fun sound she thinks. Curious cats :-) Joan From: Vicki Bradford

Re: [lace] info needed on B. C. lace groups

2008-10-21 Thread Joan Wilson
Hi Alice, Try www.lacegazette.com   Joan in snowy Ontario - Original Message From: Alice Howell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: lace@arachne.com Sent: Tuesday, October 21, 2008 1:16:20 PM Subject: [lace] info needed on B. C. lace groups I'm trying to find the schedule of the next events for th

Re: [lace] Good news!

2007-10-13 Thread Joan Wilson
Clapping from here Joan - Original Message - From: "bevw" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Tess Parrish" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: "to send Arachne" ; "Kris Bruland" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "Cropper John" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "schaefer eva" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "sof" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent:

Re: [lace] Boy, is my face red. IOLI related

2007-10-05 Thread Joan Wilson
Laurie, Please don't beat yourself up. You had a perfectly good reason for a little mistake. Being ill can really effect us. I don't think anyone will panic or harbour hard feelings. Take care of yourself first. All for now Joan, In summer like Ontario - Original Message - From: "La

Re: [lace] questions (2) for the list!

2007-09-30 Thread Joan Wilson
Hello All, Here is info for Simon Toustou,I hope this helps. Simon Toustou Le Fuselier, enr. 300 4ieme avenue Crabtree, Quebec Canada, J0K 1B0 Tel: (514) 754-4364 Maker of bobbins, pillows and holders. Joan in Beautiful Ontario - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

RE: [lace] Washing and "mangling" linen lace

2007-03-14 Thread Joan Wilson
Hi all, Pharmacy's also sell distilled water as it is used in some preparations. Joan -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of bevw Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 6:59 PM To: Susan Lambiris Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [lace] Washing and "mangli

RE: [lace] Need help locating a picture!

2007-01-22 Thread Joan Wilson
HelloAurilia & all I think the picture you are looking for is in "Lace" Number 74 April 1994 Joan -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Aurelia Loveman Sent: Monday, January 22, 2007 2:33 PM To: lace@arachne.com Subject: [lace] Need help locating a

Re: [lace] Welsh Dragon

2006-11-27 Thread Joan Wilson
Hello Andrea, InVeronica Sorenson's 75 Quick & Easy there is a pattern for Welsh Dragon pg 52. All for now, Joan in Ontario where it's rainy - Original Message From: Andrea Lamble <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: lace@arachne.com Sent: Monday, November 27, 2006 7:06:51 AM Subject: [lace

[lace] Brilliant idea?

2006-11-19 Thread Joan Wilson
Can you share with some of us who don't know. What is Lenore's "brilliant idea that you have been talking about. I must have missed it somewhere along the way. Joan - Original Message From: Sue <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Arachne Sent: Sunday, November 19, 2006 4:57:43 AM Subject: Lenore/Fw

RE: [lace] (Lace) paper strings source

2006-10-25 Thread JOAN WILSON
HI all, I don't know for certain but...what about Michael's Arts & Crafts in Canada? Just a thought Joan -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of bevw Sent: October 25, 2006 3:43 PM To: Alice Howell Cc: lace@arachne.com Subject: Re: [lace] (Lace

RE: [lace] Introduction

2006-10-16 Thread JOAN WILSON
Hi Deborah, Glad to see you joined with Arachne. I know Deborah as I am also a member of the Simcoe County Lacemakers. Hope to see you at my house for the November meeting. I know that you will find a lot of really nice people on this list. & help is always there when you ask for it. Happy Lacemaki

RE: [lace] Thread inquiry

2006-03-08 Thread JOAN WILSON
Hi Everyone, Yes the Ariene thread is available from Trillium Bobbin Lace. It is a mercerized Egyptian cotton in several sizes. I see a 30/2 in the catalogue but not 32/2 as was asked about. I don't know an equivalent but you could email Gail at [EMAIL PROTECTED] to see if she can tell you. Hope th

RE: [lace] smoke smell?

2006-03-07 Thread JOAN WILSON
Hi Irene, Try putting in a plastic zip lock with a piece of charcoal. I have also been told that for that old musty smell often found in old furniture to put cedar boughs in the cupboard or dresser. I wonder if it would work for the book. Joan -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [ma

RE: [lace] Introduction

2006-03-02 Thread JOAN WILSON
Hi to the Catlady & anyone else interested, I just looked through my Canadian Lacemaker Gazette & there is a group of lacemakers in Winnipeg. It might be worthwhile contacting them. Winnipeg Lace Ladies Meeting: 2nd & 4th Thursday morning Contact # 204-255-3299 # 204-883-2957 Hope this

RE: [lace] long lace

2006-02-24 Thread JOAN WILSON
Wow!Sue, I hadn't thought of that. A great idea. Thanks, Joan -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sue Babbs Sent: February 24, 2006 2:36 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [lace] long lace > I'll be company too!! I'm also working on a garte

RE: [lace] long lace

2006-02-24 Thread JOAN WILSON
Hi Bev & Irene, I'll be company too!! I'm also working on a garter. Mine is Bucks. There is no deadline for me. It is to be put away for a Granddaughters' wedding sometime in the distant future. 3 of them are still in High school. I haven't measured but, it looks about 10 inches so far. It has bee

RE: [lace] Lace-in relay

2006-01-31 Thread JOAN WILSON
Hi I'm Joan in Stayner, Canada 5W -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Malvary J Cole Sent: January 31, 2006 12:54 PM To: ARACHNE Subject: Re: [lace] Lace-in relay Malvary Cole, Ottawa, Canada 5W Malvary - To unsubscribe send email to [E

RE: [lace] Polar graph paper

2006-01-29 Thread JOAN WILSON
Works fine when I use Internet Explorer too Joan -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sue Babbs Sent: January 29, 2006 5:58 PM To: lace@arachne.com Subject: Re: [lace] Polar graph paper Works fine on my PC using Internet explorer. I can open al

RE: [lace] New year's resolution

2006-01-25 Thread JOAN WILSON
I agree with Bev. I used to promise myself 20-30 minutes of me time at the pillow every morning after hubby left for work early. I took my tea to the dining room where the pillow was always ready. What a lovely way to start the day. Sigh! Joan in stormy Ontario -Original Message- From: [E

[lace] IOLI Bulletin

2006-01-11 Thread JOAN WILSON
Hi, I just took the dog for a walk to the post office & my Bulletin had arrived! Now for a nice cup of tea & a look through it. Joan in Ontario - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[lace] Milanese butterfly

2005-10-24 Thread JOAN WILSON
Hello spiders, I'm looking for a pattern for a butterfly in Milanese. Hopefully not to difficult:) Any ideas? Joan - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

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2005-05-17 Thread JOAN WILSON
Unsubscribe lace - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

RE: [lace] Finca 60 thread equivalents

2005-05-10 Thread JOAN WILSON
Hi All Roseground Lace Supplies also stock Finca threads. Joan -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jenny Barron Sent: May 10, 2005 11:39 AM To: Pickford Diana; lace Subject: Re: [lace] Finca 60 thread equivalents isn't this the thread that

[lace] Tennessee Vacation

2005-02-02 Thread JOAN WILSON
Hello lace friends, I 'm repeating this as it seems I sent one off yesterday failing to put anything in the subject line. Oops! My DH & I are planning a trip to Tennessee in late March/early April. I was just wondering if there is anything lace related to see while on vacation in the great S

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2005-02-01 Thread JOAN WILSON
Hello lace friends, My DH & I are planning a trip to Tennessee in late March/early April. I was just wondering if there is anything lace related to see while on vacation in the great Smokies. We are staying in that area for about 1 week. Looking forward to hearing about anything that's happenin

RE: [lace] Simon Toustou Pillow

2005-01-25 Thread JOAN WILSON
Hello All, Here is an e-mail address for Simon. [EMAIL PROTECTED] As far as I know there is no web site. I would suggest you email for any information All for now Joan -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Alice Howell Sent: January 25, 2005

RE: [lace] Re: Wear More Lace!

2005-01-11 Thread JOAN WILSON
Hi from a lurker, I was reading & thinking about this subject. Lace today could be used beautifully for trim if you want to wear it. Think about just trimming a pocket edge on a stunning white blouse, a collar on the same under a nice black pant suit or a lovely lace trim hanky stu

RE: [lace] Re: Thread and Pricking chart

2004-10-23 Thread JOAN WILSON
Thank you Carolina That worked Joan -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Carolina G. Gallego Sent: October 23, 2004 10:31 AM To: lace Arachne Subject: [lace] Re: Thread and Pricking chart Here it is the complete address for Brenda Paternoster P

RE: [lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #349

2004-10-23 Thread JOAN WILSON
Hi I also was unable to open it. I just gave up Joan -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ann Geddie Sent: October 23, 2004 9:46 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [lace] Re: lace-digest V2004 #349 Greetings from a lurker. I attempted to open

RE: [lace] IOLI Bulletin arrived

2004-10-16 Thread JOAN WILSON
Hello All, Wow! I can't believe that I got mine in Wasaga before anyone else here in Canada & we've been changing postal codes etc. Joan in Wasaga Beach,Ontario -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Margot Walker Sent: October 16, 2004 6:33 PM

RE: [lace] IOLI Bulletin arrived

2004-10-16 Thread JOAN WILSON
Hi I received mine yesterday in Wasaga Beach Ontario Good reading! Joan in Wasaga Beach Ontario -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Malvary Cole Sent: October 16, 2004 4:57 PM To: Jenny Barron; lace Subject: Re: [lace] IOLI Bulletin arrived J

[lace] Burned Houses

2004-02-08 Thread Joan Wilson
Hi I read it as Margot did. The neighbours' house burned 2 nights later. The posting was dated "Mon, 11 Feb 2002 so actually was 2 yrs ago. I think apologies are in order for the accusations. Joan - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECT

Re: [lace] Take Camera Discussion to Chat, Please

2004-01-31 Thread Joan Wilson
Agree! Agree! Joan - Original Message - From: "Louise Hume" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Arachne lace" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Saturday, January 31, 2004 2:45 AM Subject: RE: [lace] Take Camera Discussion to Chat, Please > Jean wrote: > 1000 lace pictures that I DON'

Re: [lace] photography

2004-01-30 Thread Joan Wilson
Hi, I agree. I have been looking at digital cameras& was afraid of just what was discussed here. Joan - Original Message - From: "Lorelei Halley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Friday, January 30, 2004 3:33 PM Subject: [lace] photography > I think the computer/digital

Re: [lace] RV/camper table for bobbin lace question

2003-11-04 Thread Joan Wilson
Table-mate I bought one a few years ago for my Mom who is in wheel chair. Works great for that too. I got it at Home Hardware in Ontario Joan - Original Message - From: "Gina Shillitani" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Lace" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Tuesday, November 04, 2003 7:07 PM Subject: [

Re: [lace] Brass Pins

2003-10-23 Thread Joan Wilson
I have worked with brass pins too & like Liz says left a project on the pillows for far too long. The pins in my Honiton pillow which is made of barley straw were corroded so badly that I couldn't remove them without damaging the lace. Sob! The pins in a pillow made of biulders foam on whic

Re: [lace] pin cleaning

2003-10-19 Thread Joan Wilson
Hi all I'll add a 3rd recipe for cleaning brass pins. This was given to our class learning Withof a few yrs. ago. I have used it several times & the pins come out sparkling like new. To 1 cup boiling water add 1 teaspoon dish detergent & 1 teaspoon vinegar I put it in a jar, add t

Re: [lace] lace-chat

2003-10-16 Thread Joan Wilson
I have notice the same thing but being new to chat wasn't sure. Joan - Original Message - From: "Helene Gannac" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Thursday, October 16, 2003 3:49 AM Subject: [lace] lace-chat > Hi, everyone, > > sorry to have a non-lace subject on lace, but

Re: [lace] Wedding Garters

2003-10-03 Thread Joan Wilson
With 3 grandaughters, the oldest being 15 yrs. I thought I might have time to make a garter for each of them Joan Jeri wrote > -- > Thiis is a note to over-worked lacemakers (everyone?!) > > I know a lacemaker who started to make wedding laces for her granddaughters > when the little girls w

[lace] Wedding Garters

2003-10-01 Thread Joan Wilson
Hi all, I just completed a Torchon wedding garter & would like to do another preferably in Bucks. Any suggestions where to find a nice pattern? Thanks, Joan - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]