tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8857704024517273961.post7102282846172089307..comments2024-03-28T09:13:38.883-05:00Comments on Lace-lovin' Librarian: Bobbin lace on my ownLace-lovin' Librarian ~ Dianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06032689683092213368noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8857704024517273961.post-41238850005514851162009-04-03T00:30:00.000-05:002009-04-03T00:30:00.000-05:00Bobbin lace is easier than tatting if you ask my c...Bobbin lace is easier than tatting if you ask my children - they can manage it better than tatting. I find it difficult to find time to sit down at the table and concentrate, so I didn't have much bobbin lace to show, but no matter what, it's always satisfying to learn something new. Keep it up and hope to see finished projects soon!Singtatterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17403928354173634051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8857704024517273961.post-60216114800758281592009-03-31T17:34:00.000-05:002009-03-31T17:34:00.000-05:00Snowy, my first project was the snake bookmark too...Snowy, my first project was the snake bookmark too!! and I haven't the faintest idea how I did it!Tatskoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12282750261031558615noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8857704024517273961.post-63178322947287851242009-03-31T15:34:00.000-05:002009-03-31T15:34:00.000-05:00I think I can't add anything to the good advice yo...I think I can't add anything to the good advice you've already had, but congratulations on getting started.<BR/>(My first make was the snake book mark, in cloth stitch, it is very easy, if you would like me to send the pattern and instructions, just e-mail me; snowydavid at gmail.com.It requires 7 pairs of bobbins.)Katherinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16535283952234877878noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8857704024517273961.post-74616248880884674542009-03-31T15:02:00.000-05:002009-03-31T15:02:00.000-05:00I think Tatman has covered most points here, and I...I think Tatman has covered most points here, and I agree that the 16 inch pillow is too small if you decide to buy a cookie pillow (I found out the hard way, had thoght that all my pillows were at least 18 inch and was soon proved wrong part way into a circular piece when the bobbins started rattling on the table!!) Looking forward to seeing how you progress :-)Guzzisuehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00388700014704427800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8857704024517273961.post-9971579334807824792009-03-31T11:36:00.000-05:002009-03-31T11:36:00.000-05:00Well done, I made my own pillow from thick polysty...Well done, I made my own pillow from thick polystyrene and its fine for a beginner...I began to think i would need another as I dont like having to be stuck with just one UFO on the pillow..then I lost interest again!!<BR/> I am so used to be able to start something with a spare tatting shuttle while something else is on the go.Tatskoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12282750261031558615noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8857704024517273961.post-72763643861135891112009-03-31T09:43:00.000-05:002009-03-31T09:43:00.000-05:00Me again!I should add that you can make this ethaf...Me again!<BR/>I should add that you can make this ethafoam pillow work better for you. Good that you covered it. But the foam board is still a bit hard and after many many prickings with pins it will break down. SO I would cover it with layers of wool felt. THEN cover it with a heavy dark cotton fabric. As Gina mentioned about adding a board for weight to the bottom...this is a good thing to do. The foam board is way too light and it is good to have the extra weight from a plywood base to help keep it on your lap or from sliding on the table. Also you may want to put the non-skid shelf liner on the bottom of the board to prevent slippage.<BR/>Can't wait to see more bobbin lace pictures and experiences from you!Tatmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03671544914619664856noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8857704024517273961.post-38667949496323343412009-03-31T09:34:00.000-05:002009-03-31T09:34:00.000-05:00Good first try at lacing!! I still have my first ...Good first try at lacing!! I still have my first piece too. DO KEEP IT!<BR/>I figured that was the BL kit you mentioned you had. In the lacemaking world it is called the "Kit from Hell" and we all wish that Lacis and JoAnn's would trash them all. It has turned away many would-be lacers. But in a pinch just to practice it is fine. If you want to purchase a GOOD beginner kit, go to Snowgoose website and get their one and only bobbin lace kit. Choose the 18 inch cookie or larger. The 16 is too small to do much with. Here is their website: http://www.snowgoose.cc<BR/>Also making your own BL tools and pillows are easy. If you like I can email you my pillow and bobbin instructions that were on my tat-man.net website.<BR/><BR/>Just my opinionTatmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03671544914619664856noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8857704024517273961.post-42121170369496371372009-03-30T19:53:00.000-05:002009-03-30T19:53:00.000-05:00LOL! I wasn't going to put a cover on mine. Are ...LOL! I wasn't going to put a cover on mine. Are you supposed to? I just figured it was temporary but I'll bet it would be nicer with a cover, but in that case, I'd probably get a wooden base to put under it and then maybe something to stuff between the wood and that ethafoam. Can you tell I've never taken it to guild yet?Ginahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17127914310809216760noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8857704024517273961.post-7328597397070222142009-03-30T18:38:00.000-05:002009-03-30T18:38:00.000-05:00Great job! I have never attempted bobbin lace. It...Great job! I have never attempted bobbin lace. It will be fun to watch what you do with it.LadyShuttleMaker aka MadMadPotterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15649649988687609909noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8857704024517273961.post-84791176606967220332009-03-30T18:29:00.000-05:002009-03-30T18:29:00.000-05:00I've had that bobbin lace kit for a few years even...I've had that bobbin lace kit for a few years even before I learned tatting but have been too scared to try it! I have to admit I'm still scared about it but I do want to learn. I'm going to watch how your learning comes along and see if I might want to try it sometime soon.Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03924555921398610822noreply@blogger.com