Lacemaking Courses – Fall 2014

lacemaking classesLevel I – Bobbin Lace for Beginners – Adults / Teens

4-6 sessions – 2.5hrs each; some homework is recommended

Introduction to handmade bobbin lace covers the first steps in lacemaking, that are surprisingly easy. Just two basic moves open door to endless variety of patterns! Gradual instruction accommodates thorough understanding and promotes acquisition of good lacemaking habits. Each lacemaker gets individual attention and instruction takes in account different learning styles. Topics covered in the first course include: introduction to lacemaking tools and materials, winding thread on bobbins, basic steps of cross and twist, basic stitches – – cloth stitch, half stitch, whole stitch; footside and headside; braids and picots.
Finished class project can be framed as a lace picture or a special Christmas greeting card.

Bobbin Lace for Beginners

Location 1 – SOUTH SURREY ARTS CENTRE  (14601 – 20 Ave) – in collaboration with Semiahmoo Arts

Mondays : Nov 10, 17, 24 and Dec 1st, 7:00pm – 9:30pm

Cost: $150.00

Materials: Included
Tools: Lacemaking pillow and bobbins : $150.00*

Location 2 – OCEAN PARK COMMUNITY HALL   (1577 – 128 St)

Thursdays ongoing  11:30am – 1:30pm

Cost: $26.00 per session

Material: Included
Tools: Lacemaking pillow and bobbins : $150.00*

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Registration:

By phone at 778 288 o72o

By e-mail at  laceaway  at  gmail  dot  com
Please send a request and I will e-mail  registration form to you.

Payment method:  Cash, cheque, VISA, MasterCard and AMEX

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 Special Offer: 2 for 1

2 Generations Mixed Class – 2 for 1  ( Child + Adult )  Level I – Bobbin Lace for Beginners 

Lacemaking craft belongs to families, and is a lot of fun when shared and enjoyed together. This promotion is designed to encourage two generation double teams to take up lacemaking together: mother-daughter, grandma-granddaughter, aunt-niece,  or even friends and neighbours – as long as they are a generation apart. Even the equipment can be shared, or each team member can get own kit.

Let’s learn lacemaking together!

Introduction to handmade bobbin lace covers the first steps in lacemaking, that are surprisingly easy. Gradual instruction promotes thorough understanding and acquiring good lacemaking habits. Finished class project can be framed as a lace picture or a special Christmas greeting card.

5 sessions – 2 hrs each – total 10 hrs, some homework is recommended

Location – SOUTH SURREY ARTS CENTRE  (14601 – 20 Ave) – in collaboration with Semiahmoo Arts

Date & Time : TBA

Cost: $150.00   SPECIAL OFFER: 2 for 1 / $75.00 per person**

Materials: included
Tools: Lacemaking pillow and bobbins : $150.00*

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*Tools:

Lacemaking kit for beginners consist of lacemaking pillow, lacemaking bobbins, 2 cover cloths, pins, lacemaking thread, and a carry bag. All tools are good quality, imported from Europe or made locally. The pillow and bobbins will last and accommodate many lacemaking projects.

Payment for the tools is required with registration.

If you decide not to pursue lacemaking further after completing the first course, you can return the kit, and if it is in good condition, I will refund 80% of the original cost. That way, you just paid $30.00 rental fee for the equipment. I believe in fair trade and sustainability and I feel this arrangement promotes responsible use of resources.

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