Re: RE: [lace] thread clamp... was tying thread on bobbins

2010-10-08 Thread walker . bev2
To clarify, reason for suggesting them: I have hackle pliers packaged by SMP for BL use. On , Sue 2harv...@tiscali.co.uk wrote: Thank you I will try SMP if not I will take a trip to the fishing tackle shop tomorrow to see if I can find one to adapt. - To unsubscribe send email to

Re: Re: [lace] Re: Looking for a lace-reporter in Ohio

2010-09-02 Thread walker . bev2
Hello Lyn, Nancy and everyone le farceur means 'the joker' ;) On , lynrbai...@desupernet.net wrote: He is Mr. LeFarceur. Mr. Farce is from a later time, but also lace-related. I saw his presentation advertised for Williamsburg. Evidently, if you email the website, they will send you a

Re: Re: [lace] IOLI convention - pillow

2010-08-13 Thread walker . bev2
Try it some time anyway - as well it is usually self-magnetic, so you would run a scrap around to collect the shreddies. Yes put newspaper down first LOL. On , Janice Blair jbl...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Thanks for the hint. I made enough mess on the bedroom carpet just cutting the foam,

Re: Re: [lace] Ethafoam ...

2010-07-25 Thread walker . bev2
Hi Agnes and everyone In essence, ethafoam = polystyrene , also known as polyethylene-based extruded foam, for our lace pillows. It has many uses; museums use it for packing artifacts. I first heard of the wonderful ethafoam substance for a lace pillow from Pat Hallam, from the UK! and

Re: Re: [lace] Ethafoam ...

2010-07-25 Thread walker . bev2
'Memory foam' as I know it is for mattresses. Ethafoam or whatever one wants to call this closed-cell polyethyl product is firm and just fine for lace pillows. I cover mine with a layer of wool fabric, felt or something else thin but cushiony to prevent the plastic 'feel' between the cover

Re: Re: Re: [lace] Ethafoam ...

2010-07-25 Thread walker . bev2
Google ethafoam polystyrene - interesting links. Polyethylene is a generic name for the molecular base for many plastics. On Jul 25, 2010 11:58am, Sherry Naleszkiewicz sherry.naleszkiew...@mindspring.com wrote: Actually, ethafoam is ... - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com

Re: [lace] Venetian Lace

2010-07-06 Thread walker . bev2
Hi Tamara and everyone In 2002, Accademia Merletti De Amicis published volume 1 of a projected 6 volume series (I haven't seen any more of them, though. Has anyone?). None except the first, which I have, bought it from an ebay.it seller who had some remaindered copies a few years ago. For

[lace] translating kantinvlaanderen info

2010-07-02 Thread walker . bev2
Hi everyone and Jacquie who had wondered about the costs, I plunked 'kant in vlaanderen' into google search and at the link chose the translate page. From Dutch to English via google: Membership fees: Clubs, verenigingen, academies, individueel lidmaatschap: € 18 Clubs, associations,

[lace] kant in vlaanderen - ps

2010-07-02 Thread walker . bev2
It would seem this magazine has been in publication since 1995. Back issues can be ordered if you click the link to Filum. - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachnemodera...@yahoo.com

[lace] more on lace definitions

2010-07-01 Thread walker . bev2
Some things to consider: In English, a first meaning of lace is a string thing that lassos (encloses). eg shoelace. 'braid' is a way to make a 'lace' and braid on a military uniform is often referred to as 'military lace' (we've gone down this road before on arachne LOL). The English word

[lace] regarding Lace- Wealth for the Rich, Benefit for the Poor.

2010-06-29 Thread walker . bev2
Hello Karen and everyone Can you give us any more information on the project, such as who might have organized it, that would help narrow down a search online. The EU Leonardo Da Vinci programme is huge, having funded thousands of projects already. I think they are the funding organization,

Re: Re: [lace] Bangle patterns

2010-06-20 Thread walker . bev2
Hello Lesley and everyone Go here: http://www.cyberlink.co.uk/pblc/bangles.htm and click on pam's e-mail for help. On , Lesley Blackshaw lesley.blacks...@ntlworld.com wrote: bev walker wrote: You have to click a link to the downloads once payment is accepted ;) I have also bought the

Re: [lace] Re: International Knitting Day

2010-06-12 Thread walker . bev2
I'll join you in the park, with my knitting! I am making a top out of crochet string. It has a lace panel of diamond shapes. :-)) On Jun 12, 2010 5:13am, Ilske Thomsen ilske-peter-thom...@t-online.de wrote: Hello Everybody, don't forget to take your knitting needles and somme wool, silk

Re: Re: [lace] Princess Diana/Elizabeth Emanuel (Designer) Auction

2010-05-30 Thread walker . bev2
Lot 254 isn't it? Interesting that Queen Mary's Carrickmacross lace had been used for reference. I've just spent a pleasant while browsing. Thank you Jeri for posting the link. On May 30, 2010 3:48pm, Nancy Neff nnef...@yahoo.com wrote: For romantics, lace collectors and those interested in

Re: [lace] Knot name.

2010-05-27 Thread walker . bev2
I would say it is a half-hitch. Some might understand it as a half-knot. When this knot is made twice before moving along, it is a reef knot, or simpler: 'make two half-hitches.' HTH :) On May 27, 2010 10:55am, laceandb...@aol.com wrote: Can some of you let me know what name you would

Re: [lace] Mystery thread

2010-05-25 Thread walker . bev2
Aalst is in Belgium. FFR = Filature Filteries Reunies This firm no longer exists. The production of FFR: Bouc was taken over by MEZ (quoted from Thread and Pricking: A Parnership, Martina Wolter-Kampmann). I think you are right that it is linen. HTH! On May 25, 2010 12:15pm, Lorri Ferguson