Bobin Lace Workshop
Workshop | Available
This workshop features a Torchon Lace Sampler, which covers 5 different stitches, followed by a sampler
where students learn to combine filling and ground stitches to create patterns. We will also look at
different types of laces and provide a short history of lacemaking to give context to this wonderful craft.
Students will also go home with a pattern combining the skills learned in class as well as list resources
to continue their bobbin lace journey.
Ellyane Hutchinson, born and raised in NY state, discovered handmade lace in 2009 when she ventured to Lacis in Berkeley, California in search of a tapestry crochet hook. Two hours later she left with a newfound love of lace. “I am a lifelong Maker and fiber enthusiast. I’m interested in the tools and techniques of pre-industrial making and contemporary rapid fabrication. I enjoy exploring the ways different peoples use their local resources in ingenious and sustainable ways to create practical and beautiful textiles.”
Ellyane is President of Woodland Weavers and Spinners Guild, a member of the Lost Art Lacers, Liberty Lacers, and IOLI. She is an active member of Brooklyn Lace Guild. She spreads the love of fiber arts through demonstrating and teaching.
Students will need 6 pairs of bobbins for the first sampler and 13 pairs for the second sampler. A bobbin
lace pillow, straight pins and size 40 cotton thread. The instructor will provide supplies for students
to borrow in class and will send links to suppliers should students want to order their own.