[lace-chat] Re: [lace] Bangles

2010-06-24 Thread Jane O'Connor
>Use plastic bangles?< Ruth, I don't see why plastic bangles could not be used --- however, be sure the size/thickness of the  bangle is suitable for the lacing. The metal ones are quite thin so it is easy to get the crochet hook under them to grab the thread. The plastic ones I've seen here are q

[lace-chat] Re: [lace] Bangles

2010-06-24 Thread Ruth Rocker
Can plastic bangle bracelets be used for these projects? There are some available here for children that would be inexpensive to practice on. Just curious . . . :D On 6/24/2010 10:23 AM, Jane O'Connor wrote: All of you making bangle ornaments - beware that the bangles may tarnish, discolor o

[lace-chat] Bangles

2010-06-24 Thread Jane O'Connor
All of you making bangle ornaments - beware that the bangles may tarnish, discolor or rust in a short time. I've been very disappointed with seeing this on bangle ornaments I made just a few years ago so now I cover all the new bangles with clear nail polish before using them. Just brush on the nai

[lace-chat] women drivers

2010-06-24 Thread Agnes Boddington
This morning on the motorway, I looked over to my right and there was a Woman In a brand new VW !! Doing 75mph With her Face up next to her Rear view mirror Putting on her eyeliner. I looked away For a couple seconds ! And when I looked back she was Halfway over in my lane,