Still catching up!

I must spend far more time on the Internet each day than I ever realized! I think I've read all the posts made in my absence, but I didn't take the time to comment on them all. I am amazed at the number of talented people I have met through blogging!

Just before my Internet went out, I received one of Michelle's adorable little shuttles. I LOVE flat shuttles! I know that they're not everyone's first choice, but I think they're great! I can wind an incredible amount of thread on them, and I can't stab myself! Thank you, Michelle!

After attending two lace events this year, my enthusiasm for bobbin lace has returned. I really, really wanted Christine Springett's Lace for Children of All Ages, just so that I could have her famous snake pattern! As I was searching, I found her book Snakes Galore, which has 10 variations of the pattern. The book is paperback, $10.95, 20 pages. I am in snake heaven, and I am scared to death of snakes! I found these two at Fine Threads. You'd better hurry if you're interested. I was told they had four copies of Lace for Children of All Ages ($24.95, 72 pages, soft cover) when I called, and I know at least one has sold to a friend of mine since I ordered. I've been told that Christine Springett might still have a few copies, but then you'd have to wait for it to ship all the way from England! ; )

When I contacted Lacy Susan for a copy of Springett's book, I learned that Susan had sold her last copy the week before. However, she did recommend another book that some of her students really like... Torchon Lacemaking by Jan Tregidgo. It's a bit pricey, $39.95, but it is hardcover, 238 pages, loaded with pictures, and from what I've read, it has fabulous instructions! I am very pleased with my purchase!

I finished sewing the strips for my quilt last night. Today's task is to press them. It's supposed to be hot and humid today, so I think I'll work on that little task this morning!