Liz in London (as opposed to Liz in Melbourne :-) ): I know what you mean about gathering up the scarf and tying it. This works with a decent sized square table cloth around larger pillows too. (kind of hard to do with circular or rectangular cloths). I have a pillow that has no bag, so when it has to be moved, I use a large square cloth and tie the opposite corners together. Works well, and has a 'handle' for carrying.
And to Jenny, the Newbie from Kunanurra - welcome! I see you've had some very sound advice offered, so I won't offer any more, except to say start simple and work up - and even though it's boring and laborious at first, it is actually good to trace, prick, and draw the lines out on your prickings. I think it helps to learn all of the basics of lacemaking - not just the stiches and other techniques (sewings, starts and finishes, etc). Pricking patterns from scratch is a way to get an understanding and appreciation of the other parts of lacemaking, and there will be times where you will find it helps you sort out a pattern, or true it up. There is also a place for the quick and dirty - photocopy, cut it out, stick it on card and cover with contact. Accurate pricking will help you achieve accurate lace - more so important with the laces with very geometric grounds, like torchon, and bucks point. Most of all, have fun, and enjoy the new challenges and friends awaiting you. Cheers, Helen, Aussie in springy Denver. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
