36th Annual Ithaca Lace Day and Conference

THE FINGER LAKES LACE GUILD
presents the
36th Annual Ithaca Lace Day and Conference
Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday -- October 7th, 8th, 9th and 10th, 2016
at the
Ramada Inn Airport, 2310 North Triphammer Road, Ithaca, New York
Featured Speakers
Allie Marguccio ~ OIDFA 2016: A Celebration of Slovenian Lace
Carolyn Wetzel ~ Frisado de Valladolid: Spanish Lace of Silk and Gold
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Workshops, Sales, Demonstrations, Lace Exhibits, Lectures, Try-it-Yourself Table,
Lace and Bobbin Prizes
Lace Day on Saturday Is Free And Open To The Public
Workshops, Banquet Dinner and Evening Lecture by Preregistration
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For more information about Lace Day or Workshops call:
Holly Van Sciver
(607) 277-0498 or email: [email protected]
http://www.vansciverbobbinlace.com or http://www.fingerlakeslaceguild.org
36th Annual Ithaca Lace Day and Conference
Come celebrate lace at the 36th Annual Ithaca Lace Day and Conference which will be held October 7th, 8th,
9th, and 10th, 2016, at the Ramada Inn Airport*, 2310 North Triphammer Road, Ithaca, New York 14850. The
theme for this year is “Garden of Stitches”. Sponsored by the Finger Lakes Lace Guild, the Saturday
exhibitions, sales room and lecture are free and open to the public.
We begin on Friday night with registration and an opening reception at the hotel. Please join us, with your
guest, in greeting the teachers and vendors and in renewing lacemaking friendships. On Saturday, visitors will
have the opportunity to view many exhibits and to shop at the vendors' tables. Items for sale will include a
broad line of lacemaking supplies, books, handcrafted bobbins, and antique and vintage laces. Donations will
be accepted for lots of lace and bobbin prizes.
At 12:45 on Saturday, Allie Marguccio will lecture on, OIDFA 2016: A Celebration of Slovenian Lace. Author,
lecturer and teacher, Allie is best known for her teaching and research on the traditional laces of Slovenia. In
addition to this year's public event, eight workshops featuring teachers from Japan and the United States will be
offered in many different lace disciplines, including a beginners’ workshop offered for Saturday, Sunday and
Monday. Workshop participants, friends, and families are also invited to attend our banquet dinner featuring our
delectable chocolate mousse cakes, to be held at the Ramada Inn. Don't miss seeing Gerry Munchel, our famous
MC! Following dinner, Carolyn Wetzel will entertain us with a lecture presentation titled Frisado de Valladolid:
Spanish Lace of Silk and Gold.
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Friday Evening, October 7, 2016
7:00 - 9:00
Registration and Reception (includes hors d'oeuvres supplied by the FLLG)
Saturday, October 8, 2016
9:00 - 3:30
Registration, Sales, Demonstrations, Lace Exhibits, Try-It-Yourself Table
12:45 - 1:45
Lecture on
OIDFA 2016: A Celebration of Slovenian Lace by Allie Marguccio
2:00 - 5:00
Workshops
6:30 - 7:00
Social Gathering, Cash Bar
7:00 - 10:00
Banquet Dinner and After-Dinner Lecture
on
Frisado de Valladolid: Spanish Lace of Silk and Gold by Carolyn Wetzel
Sunday, October 9, 2016
9:00 - 4:00
Workshops (includes brunch from 12:00-1:00 supplied by the FLLG)
Monday, October 10, 2016
9:00 - 4:00
Workshops (includes lunch from 12:00-1:00 supplied by the FLLG)
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*Guests can choose to stay at any of the hotels, campsites and B&B’s in the area, but rooms are hard to find in Ithaca in the
Fall, so those wishing to stay at the Ramada Inn Airport should book well in advance and cancel if necessary, adhering to the
cancellation guidelines set by the Ramada Inn. Call the local number at (607) 257-3100 and ask for the room block being held
for the Finger Lakes Lace Guild.
Workshops
Saturday, October 11, 2:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Sunday, October 12, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Monday, October 13, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Binche, Beginning and Continuing, Kumiko Nakazaki
Binche is a continuous Belgian
straight lace rich in design and
embellished with snowflake and
five-hole grounds. Both beginners
and advanced students to Binche are
welcome in this course. The
lacemaker who also wants to try to
make their own patterns and study
drafting is also welcome. Each
student is requested to contact the
teacher prior to the course to choose
a pattern at the appropriate level.
PREREQUISITES: All levels of
bobbin lace student are accepted but
need to have solid bobbin lace
fundamentals.
Kumiko has studied bobbin lace in Brugge, Belgium. She specializes in Binche and Flanders. She has been
designing and teaching lace since 2000.
Aemilia Ars Needlelace, Carolyn Wetzel
The Aemilia Ars
Society formed in
Bologna in 1898 during
the “Liberty”
movement in Italy,
which was Italy’s
version of the Arts and
Crafts Movement.
Aemilia Ars lace is a
bold needle lace, styled
on 16th and 17th century Punto in Aria patterns as interpreted by
modern eyes. The lace can be floral or geometric and is sturdy
enough for household linens. There are few stitches to learn because
the beauty of the lace is in its elegant designs, not intricate
needlework. In this class students will make a small floral motif with
a border in order to complete all the steps of the process during the
weekend. Suitable for beginners as well as more experienced needle
lace makers.
PREREQUISITES: None
Carolyn’s first needle lace teacher was the late Irma Osterman and she has continued exploring the
technique for over 20 years. She has written lace-related articles for Piecework Magazine and frequents the
online discussion forum NeedleLaceTalk.ning.com. Carolyn is a member of FLLG, the New England Lace
Group, and IOLI (former Eastern Director).
Explorations in Bobbin Lace, Designing and Interpreting Your Own Lace, Laura Friesel
Leave your pillow at home
and travel light! In a
combination of group
discussion and individual
work, students will begin to
learn where to look for
inspiration for lace designs,
and how to transfer that
inspiration to paper. They will
also learn how to choose
colors, thread, and stitches to
interpret patterns. All levels
are welcome. Come with an
open mind and ready to play
with possibilities.
PREREQUISITES: None
Laura Friesel was born into a lace making family. She is a self-taught artist who was encouraged by Holly
Van Sciver to pursue her interest in lace as art. Laura has exhibited her work in fine art venues in NJ, PA,
and NY for ten years.
Adventures in 's Gravenmoerse Lace, Susan Wenzel
’s Gravenmoerse Lace is a Dutch
lace that historically adorned
specialty bonnets. It has been
revived and modernized. Use of
color is typical of ’s Gravenmoerse
Lace today. Beginners will work a
bookmark/ornament that
incorporates many ’s
Gravenmoerse techniques.
Intermediate/Advanced students
can either work a bookmark/
decoration or scarf. It is required
to take all 3 days of classes to be
able to work the scarf with a
matching tassel on both ends. I
have devised a special technique to be able to start both ornaments and the
scarf with a tassel so that both ends match. PREREQUISITES: Beginners need to have a good knowledge of Torchon
Lace. Intermediate/Advanced students need to be able to work a diagonal
half stitch comfortably.
Susan originally learned to make lace while living in England and continued her studies in Bruges and Holland.
She studied 's Gravenmoerse Lace under the guidance of a well known expert, who wrote the most comprehensive
book of techniques on 's Gravenmoerse Lace. She has been teaching for 26 years.
“Color Up” Your Idrija Lace, Allie Marguccio
Students in this course will use
colored thread and inspiration from
pictures taken of nature to work an
Idrija lace pattern. Class will begin
with students using colored pencils
and tracing paper to “color” the tapes
or trails of their pattern to create a
working plan. Then, using at least
three different colors of thread, they
will experiment with shading using
the passive threads or a different
color weaver. They will learn how to
switch colors in a tape to create a variegated or ombre look.
PREREQUISITES: Strong Torchon skills
The great-granddaughter of a Slovene bobbin lacemaker, Allie’s passion is evidenced by her continued study and
research of the lace of her heritage. She has studied under the tutelage of Metka Fortuna, director of the Idrija
School of Lace and Stana Frelih, Master Teacher. Allie teaches lace workshops throughout the USA and at the past
five IOLI conferences as well as private lessons at her home. Her lace work was showcased this summer at an
exhibit titled, “Threads: From Traditional to Today” at the Pennsylvania State Governor’s Mansion in Harrisburg,
PA
Discovering Honiton Lace, All Levels, Holly Van Sciver
Honiton lace is a
beautiful English free lace
depicting images from
nature. It is the gateway
to interpreandtive
lacemaking of pictorial
images. The focus will
be on teaching the
fundamentals with the
goal to open the
floodgates of
imagination; to see the
world in lace. Students
will learn the
foundation skills of free
lace including dressing
the pillow, starting at a point, adding and deleting pairs
in whole stitch and half stitch, back stitching, crossing the coarse thread, ordinary and raised sewings, ribs and
rolled work, bowing off, decorative gimps and much more. Students wishing to work on continuing patterns in,
Lester, Bucks, Beds, and Contemporary lace are also welcome.
PREREQUISITES: Beginners to Bucks must have good bobbin lace fundamentals. Intermediate and advanced students should
have a good working knowledge of Bucks Point fundamentals.
Holly has been a student and teacher of lacemaking for 41 years. Originally trained in England, she specializes in
teaching the 19th century English laces. She has taught and lectured in the United States, Canada and Europe for the
International Organization of Lace, regional lace guilds, national lace conferences, museums, historical societies,
universities, and professional organizations. Using an interdisciplinary approach, Holly is a leader in teaching the
fundamentals underlying lacemaking theory and design. She is the founder of the Finger Lakes Lace Guild and owner
of Van Sciver Bobbin Lace, which has served to promote lacemaking worldwide since 1981.
The Art and Tradition of Bucks Point, Susie Johnson
Bucks Point is a beautiful, fine, elegant English
bobbin lace with net ground and an emphasis on
gimp outlining the designs. Beginning students
will learn the foundations of Bucks including
footside, point ground, catch-pin, picots, and
honeycomb. Continuing students will work on
more difficult patterns to learn the curved Bucks
head-side and more complex gimp movement
and typical pattern elements. The flow and
rhythm of Bucks patterns make it a pleasant lace
to work! Anyone who wishes to either begin or
continue Withof is welcome to join this class.
In addition, upon request and with approval,
students are welcome to pursue other laces
which includes help with UFOs and longawaited projects requiring help to start.
PREREQUISITES: Good Torchon Skills
A lacemaker since 1981, Susie has pursued the serious study of many different types of lace with teachers from
various countries. Almost as soon as she learned to make lace, Bucks Point became her favorite. Although
best known for her work in Withof, she also teaches many other laces at events such as IOLI convention, the
Finger Lakes Lace Days, the Winter Lace Conference, and Lace at Sweet Briar as well as twice-weekly classes
at home. Her work has been exhibited internationally and she has been the co-coordinator of the International
Poppy Project. She is also on the IOLI Proficiency Journal Committee.
Introduction To Bobbin Lacemaking, Jean Jagendorf
Beginning students will learn the language of lace and practice several
stitches in a traditional sample tape. These stitches will then be used to
complete a simple motif ~ a "lace bobbin" ~ an original design for this
course. All students will receive a complimentary booklet to keep as a
background reference for further study in traditional lace classes or for
creative exploration with contemporary fiber art designs. Materials to
be used for this workshop will be loaned by the FLLG and turned in at
the end of class. Students may purchase supplies at the event to
continue their lacemaking. This course is being subsidized by the
Finger Lakes Lace Guild, allowing for a reduced rate of $68.00 for a
two-day workshop including the Friday reception, all Saturday
activities, and Sunday brunch. An optional Monday extension of this
class, for an additional $58.00, will use a half-stitch circle
motif to provide practice with backstitches, the footside
stitch, lace sewings, and inserting a gimp thread and beads.
Saturday/Sunday registration is required to take this
extension class.
PREREQUISITES: None
Jean has studied the traditional bobbin laces since 1983 with Holly Van Sciver
and numerous Lace Day and IOLI workshop teachers. Designing and exhibiting
her 3 dimensional lace sculptures, Jean has lectured on the creative process used
in applying bobbin lace techniques with various fibers, other materials, and
Plexiglass and acrylic forms. She has taught beginning bobbin lace classes for
children and adults. The FLLG logo was designed and executed by Jean in 1989.
Registration Form
Name: _________________________________________________________
Address: _________________________________________________________
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Phone: _________________________________________________________
Email: _________________________________________________________
Workshops run concurrently, so please list your choices in order of preference. Registration applications,
accompanied by full payment in U.S. dollars, may be mailed in at any time and will be processed by lottery
on August 15th. Applications received after August 15th will be accommodated on a space available
basis in the order received. Confirmation of courses and supply lists will be mailed by August 25th.
RECEPTION -- Friday, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Please indicate number attending ______
(Rank)
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SATURDAY/SUNDAY WORKSHOPS -- Saturday, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm and Sunday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Binche, Beginning and Continuing, Kumiko Nagasaki
Aemilia Ars Needlelace, Carolyn Wetzel
Explorations in Bobbin Lace, Designing and Interpreting Your Own Lace, Laura Friesel
Adventures in 's Gravenmoerse Lace, Susan Wenzel
“Color Up” Your Idrija Lace, Allie Marguccio
Discovering Honiton Lace, All Levels, Holly Van Sciver
The Art and Tradition of Bucks Point, Susie Johnson
Introduction To Bobbin Lacemaking, Jean Jagendorf
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MONDAY WORKSHOPS -- Monday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Binche, Beginning and Continuing, Kumiko Nagasaki
Aemilia Ars Needlelace, Carolyn Wetzel
Explorations in Bobbin Lace, Designing and Interpreting Your Own Lace, Laura Friesel
Adventures in 's Gravenmoerse Lace, Susan Wenzel
“Color Up” Your Idrija Lace, Allie Marguccio
Discovering Honiton Lace, All Levels, Holly Van Sciver
The Art and Tradition of Bucks Point, Susie Johnson
Introduction To Bobbin Lacemaking, Jean Jagendorf
CANCELLATION POLICY: If you need to cancel, please tell us immediately so that someone else may have your place. Requests
for refunds must be made in writing to the Registrar and must be postmarked by September 12th. Refunds will be subject to a $10.00
cancellation fee. We will not be able to honor requests for refunds postmarked after September 12th.
Number of Price per
People
Registrant
Item
Total
$32.00
$142.00
$38.00
$92.00
$68.00
$58.00
TOTAL
Limited funds are available for a tuition scholarship. For information & application form see the Guild website http://
www.fingerlakeslaceguild.org or request an application form from Shirley Egan, 2578 Fry Rd., Aurora, NY 13026.
Registration Fee (applicable to workshop registrants only)
Sat/Sun Lace Workshop Tuition (Includes Sunday Brunch)
Banquet Dinner and Lecture
Monday Workshop (Includes Lunch)
Introduction To Bobbin Lacemaking Sat/Sun (Includes Registration Fee, Tuition, and Brunch)
Introduction To Bobbin Lacemaking Monday Extension Course (Includes Lunch)
Banquet Dinner
(friends and family are welcome)
Sliced Sirloin of Beef with Sautéed Mushrooms, Chicken Francaise, Seafood Lasagna Alfredo Style
Tossed Spinach Salad, Garden Salad with House Dressing, Three Bean Salad, Marinated Tortellini Primavera, Glazed
Carrots, Red Bliss Potatoes, Dinner Rolls with Butter, Cake and Ice Cream, Coffee, Tea, Decaf
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Please mail completed registration form and checks, payable to the Finger Lakes Lace Guild, to Kathy Kauffmann, 734
Oak Street, Winnetka, IL 60093-2521, Phone: (847) 784-1447.