One of my favorite parts of lace making is the design process. Figuring out how different elements work together, testing stitches, and refining ideas before committing to the final version […]
I was contacted by Kasuni, who is the owner of KUR Collection. She creates beautiful modern clothing designs using traditional Sri Lankan bobbin lace. I have been in awe of […]
Another panel complete! Now I have a set of three panels, and I know the design looks good. There were a few areas in the center panel that needed adjustment, […]
It is time to revisit the grocery bag – bobbin lace concept. I was approached about the possibility of a big project, but can’t reveal anything yet. I need to […]
I adjusted Maggie Hensel Brown’s pattern from the class she taught in Denver, and remade it with silk thread. We previously used a cotton thread, but the silk is finer/thinner. […]
The extra large bobbin lace piece made with plarn (plastic yarn) is complete! There was some trial and error with this project, so I am glad I made a sample. […]
There are so many inspiring people in The Adventurous Lacemakers group and Doily Free Zone! One of the first classes I watched on DFZ 2021 was Tarmo making XL bobbin […]