Lacemaking – Bobbin Lace and Needle Lace
About this workshop
Learn the art of lacemaking with Lindy de Wijn and Helen Crabb from the Victorian Branch of the Australian Lace Guild.
In this 2-day workshop, you will learn to make both bobbin lace and needle lace by spending a full day working in each technique.
You will complete a sampler in each technique inspired by a Chinese Processional Costume from the Australian Centre for Gold Rush Collections which you will have the opportunity to view during the workshop.
At the end of the workshop, you will take your finished work and newfound knowledge and skills home with you.
Essential information
Required skill level
No previous experience required
What do I need to bring?
Snacks, lunch, water bottle, notepad and pen.
Clothing guidelines
Comfortable clothes and closed toed shoes
Maximum class size
Small class size – 12 participants max
What is Included
All instruction, tools and materials included.
You will learn
You will learn a variety of bobbin lace and needle lace techniques and learn about the history of these practices.
Morning tea/lunch info
A lunch break and morning tea break are included with morning tea provided each day
