IOLI: Introduction to Bobbin Lace (project practice)

 Yes, I've been practicing.

Torchon Lace:  4 Common Grounds used in Torchon

pattern - cKaren H Thompson, 2020

I used DMC perle cotton No. 8.  

Colors:  600, 471, 922, 518, 3687, 783, 209, 725, 580, 316

Pattern:  First Torchon Sampler

cKaren H Thompson, 2020

I used DMC perle coton No. 8.

Colors:  600-pink, 726-yellow, 471-green, 518-blue, 209-purple

First Torchon Sampler.

Lizbeth Fibers, Size 20.

Colors:  611-Gold, 670-Maroon, 641-Purple, 656-Blue, 684-Green

IOLI: Introduction to Bobbin Lace (project practice)

Off the Pins .... added a few beads:

Bracelet, Bookmark or Bobbin Holder.

pattern cKaren H Thompson, 2020

I used Lizbeth size 20 fibers - three colors:

670 maroon, 611 gold, 694 orange.

The wooden, flat, tatting shuttle was made from the ancient Kauri from New Zealand by Knotwork.  https://www.lacebobbins.com/

The tatting shuttle and lace tools w/autumn leaves are from Alison P. Tolson,

  Painted lace Bobbins.   

https://www.lacebobbin.com/

Pattern:   Continental Bobbin.

 LizBeth size 20 fiber:   631 purple, 615 yellow, 622 pink, 686 aqua, 696 orange & 649 blue.

The cube end pins were made by GF Sue.   I use them often!

 

IOLI: Introduction to Bobbin Lace (project practice)

This is my 2nd attempt of Continental Bobbin lace project.   Pattern:   cKaren H Thompson, 2020

The first one I made - had multiple errors!    Good to try again and create without mistakes.  Initially, I didn't really notice when I'd make a wrong twist!  

I'm using LizBeth size 20 fiber:   631 purple, 615 yellow, 622 pink, 686 aqua, 696 orange & 649 blue.

This project uses a sewing edge.  Once you get the hang of it .... 

This is my 2nd try with the pattern:

Bracelet, Bookmark or Bobbin Holder.

pattern cKaren H Thompson, 2020

I didn't find mistakes in this one : )

I used Lizbeth size 20 fibers - three colors:

670 maroon, 611 gold, 694 orange.

 

I'm a student in the follow-up class (December) via zoom.   The beginner bobbin lace workshop is also listed if anybody wants to give this a try.   These are being offered by The Lace Museum -- if interested check out their webpage.   There are actually a few workshops listed - check out their site:     

 https://www.thelacemuseum.org/workshops.html

IOLI: Introduction to Bobbin Lace (3rd post)

These two projects are from  A 12-Hour Introduction to Bobbin Lace

Instructor: Karen Thompson.    When I checked the website, this is still being offered - so, if interested, check out the LINK.   

Pattern:   First Torchon Sampler:

cKaren H Thompson, 2020

I am using perle coton No. 8:  colors 743, 799, 224, 471, and 3042.  I think there are a few mistakes - esp. forgetful with 'twists'.   Planning to try this one again with Lizbeth fibers.

Delightful to have lace bobbin patterns to practice bobbin lace!

A challenge to get the whole project into one photo.   This is Jean Jagendorf's Midland's Bobbin pattern.

I used DMC perle coton # 758 (orange), 3823 (creme), 932 (blue), 225 (pink), 3743 (purple), 368 (green).

I'm not 100% certain I got all the 'twists' added.   Planning to do this one in LizBeth fibers.

There is a follow-up class in December (via Zoom) offered by The Lace Museum.  

  Just Beyond the Basics of Bobbin Lace

Instructor: Karen Thompson

Actually, there are a number of interesting workshops listed on their webpage.   https://www.thelacemuseum.org/workshops.html

IOLI: Introduction to Bobbin Lace (2nd post)

 Continued from previous post ....

The next project:

'Continental Bobbin' - needs a re-do, a few mistakes!

cKaren H Thompson, 2020

I used perle coton No 8:   colors 3823, 392, 353, 818, 644, 758

There is a bonus pattern included [which I have not attempted], Jean Jagendorf's Midland's Bobbin.   I have the lace bobbins wound, and hope to give it a try (soon).

The final project:  First Torchon Sampler  

Pattern:   cKaren H Thompson, 2020

I am using perle coton No. 8:  colors 743, 799, 224, 471, and 3042.  I need to finish it!

I learned A LOT in 4 days.   Loads of thx to Karen Thompson & IOLI.  Fingers crossed there will be another Bobbin Lace class beyond the basics.   Meanwhile, practice, practice, practice : )   Cross - Twist - repeat

If you are interested in taking A 12-Hour Introduction to Bobbin Lace , it is being offered via the Lace Museum.   Link Here:   https://thelacemuseum.org/workshops.html.   

 

Side-by-side, Introductory Sampler

practice pieces

IOLI: Introduction to Bobbin Lace (first post)

 

A few weeks ago, I was a participant in IOLI's Introduction to Bobbin Lace class, via ZOOM.

This was my first project - 'Introductory Sampler'

cKaren H Thompson, 2020

I used perle coton No. 8, colors 743, 758, 3042, 498, 799, 471

The second project - 'Bracelet, bookmark or bobbin holder'

cKaren H Thompson, 2020

I used perle coton No. 8, colors 799, 743, 471.

It was suggested, that we practice using the Introductory sampler 

in multiple fiber colors [I used Lizbeth fiber (size 20) - 1st photo below], 

using the same color of fiber [I used perle coton (No. 8) - 2nd photo below], 

and try tatting cotton in multiple colors [I used Lizbeth (size 80) - 3rd photo below].

In the evenings after the class:

Lizbeth Size 20:  colors 631, 615, 622, 649, 686, 696

Perle Coton No. 8:  color 3823

Lizbeth size 80: colors 696, 615, 621, 646, 683, 655

(to be continued)