Lacemaking Taster and next steps

Description

Discover the intricate beauty of lace making at our upcoming taster session! Join us at Stitching Kitchen for an immersive experience where you'll learn the timeless art of creating delicate lace patterns. 

Brackley has a strong history linking bobbin lacemaking with the area. Local lacemaker Lindsay Freeman is passionate about encouraging new makers into the world of lacemaking.

You can attend this session again time and time again as Lindsay has lots of beginner friendly patterns you can use.

What you will learn/achieve

Skills in the art of lacemaking, creating delicate patterns with thread.

During the session you will make a simple piece of lace which could be used as a bookmark. If you are returning you can choose to make something different, such as the snake, leaf or start working towards a flower.

What's included

Tuition.

Tea and cake.

If you choose a more complex project to work on at home, you can also loan a pillow and bobbins with a £10 deposit (returned to you when the pillow is returned).

What to bring

Everything will be provided for use during your session: pillows, bobbins, pins and threads.  

About your tutor

Lindsay Freeman is a skilled crafter with a passion for sharing her skills and knowledge in bobbin lace. Lindsay regularly runs lacemaking taster sessions at Stitching Kitchen.

If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch.