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brianna.e
True Blue Farmgirl
54 Posts
Brianna
Gladstone
Michigan
USA
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 Posted - Oct 15 2016 : 07:36:44 AM
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A about a year or so ago I put an ad out in Grit magazine simply looking for information on Bobbin Lace. Well, as luck would have it, I ended up getting 2 kits and a few books on the subject!
But, I am finding it extremely difficult to learn. I knew it would be hard (someone told me it was the hardest craft she ever tried to learn!) but hot dog! It is REALLY hard!
I have tried online learning with it, through the books, and still nothing. I believe that this may be something I have to learn from a teacher in person or through Skype.
Anyone else out makin' bobbin lace? How did you learn? Any groups or teachers in America? I know this art is basically on its last heartbeat, but at 27 I have to believe that I can keep it going just a little!
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rphelps4
True Blue Farmgirl
620 Posts
roxanna
westport
indiana
USA
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Posted - Oct 15 2016 : 07:51:16 AM
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My goodness that looks very complicated!
Roxanna Farmgirl# 3963 |
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3919 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
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Nancy Gartenman
True Blue Farmgirl
9092 Posts
Nancy
West Seneca
New York
USA
9092 Posts |
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Nancy Gartenman
True Blue Farmgirl
9092 Posts
Nancy
West Seneca
New York
USA
9092 Posts |
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nin1952
True Blue Farmgirl
269 Posts
Donna
Cedartown
GA
USA
269 Posts |
Posted - Oct 15 2016 : 10:21:26 AM
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I love the look of bobbin lace. I bought a kit a couple of years ago but have yet to try it. I have always wanted to keep crafts like this alive also. Maybe one day, I will drag it all out and try it. I already love quilting and tatting.
Donna Farmgirl Sister #1487
Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God. 1 Corinthians 10:31
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Edited by - nin1952 on Oct 15 2016 10:23:19 AM |
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brianna.e
True Blue Farmgirl
54 Posts
Brianna
Gladstone
Michigan
USA
54 Posts |
Posted - Oct 17 2016 : 05:04:24 AM
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| Thanks for all the info! I heard a rumor that someone about an hour south of me knows how to do this. I am not sure who she is or WHERE she is but the nice thing about tiny communities is that word travels fast and someone will most likely know her or know of her :) Until then, I am going to keep trying to learn online. Maybe something will click! |
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janamarieje
True Blue Farmgirl
1022 Posts
Jana
Southern California
USA
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Oct 17 2016 : 08:29:33 AM
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That is so awesome, Brianna! I wish I had the eyesight and patience to give it a try! Please do post pictures as you go! Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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LitlleBit
Farmgirl in Training
15 Posts
Roxanne
Pleasant Hill
Missouri
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Posted - Dec 08 2016 : 10:45:48 PM
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| I first heard of bobbin lace at my local RenFest a few years back and they portray their craft every year. That may be a resource you can tap. |
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1019 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
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Posted - Dec 09 2016 : 09:20:13 AM
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Wow that is impressive.
Hi Brianna
Like Roxanne, I saw a demo at a RenFaire years ago. I asked the artist if it is hard to learn. She told me you have to get a rhythm and kadense going. Good luck with your project. So far it looks awesome!
TW
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Edited by - Tumbleweed on Dec 09 2016 09:20:51 AM |
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forgetmenot
True Blue Farmgirl
3602 Posts
Judith
Nora Springs
IA
USA
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Posted - Dec 09 2016 : 10:03:17 AM
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I think you can learn it, Brianna. Relax and give your self permission to take your time. Years ago I met a woman who each year taught this craft to third graders. What!!! I couldn't believe it either. I always wanted to contact her for instruction but never did. Now, I am so sorry. I hope you keep at it!
Farmgirl sister #3926
"Courage is not the absence of fear, but the belief that something is more important than fear." Ambrose Red Moon |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17024 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17024 Posts |
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sunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
4877 Posts
Wendy
Utah
USA
4877 Posts |
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Kiltie Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
68 Posts
Jennifer
Bay City
MI
USA
68 Posts |
Posted - Jan 01 2017 : 4:32:16 PM
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When I was young, my parents were involved in a medieval recreation group (well, they still are...). I hated hanging with the group - it wasn't my thing, but I did learn a lot of fun crafts and such. One of them was bobbin lace. At one time, I had a pillow and bobbins and my mom, sister and I worked on lace making. It's been years since I did it though!
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Jenn
Farmgirl Sister #7120
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4330 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
4330 Posts |
Posted - Jan 01 2017 : 6:52:10 PM
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THAT is gorgeous! I think you ARE getting the hang of it! PLEASE give yourself more credit as you continue to master this intricate amazing skill! Envious!
Farmgirl #7703
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
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