Brigitta, my Sister, is an expert Lace Maker
Every year, Lace Makers from all over the world meet at the Museum in Fairview, Utah, a very small community only 12 miles north of Spring City, my home.
Brigitta made this " 's Gravenmoer" Lace Fan with silk threads from Germany
Brigitta has published 5 books on lace making.
Her books contain original patterns which she herself has designed
Right now she is working on a Lace Fan which requires 200 bobbins
From her book, easy to follow (for a lace maker) instructions for one of her original designs.
Brigitta is proficient in many Lace styles, such as Russian Tape Lace, Schneeberger, Torchon, Bedfordshore, Milanese, Tatting and more.
Brigitta has many jeweled bobbins. These plain bobbins are easier to work with when she needs so many. The painted bobbin in the middle, marks the only thread that is different. It is called "gimp" a heavier thread.
My Sister, Brigitta, is a year older than I. While growing up in East Germany we were taught many skills at home and in school.
Those skills have served us well allowing us to pursue whatever art form appealed to us.
Gina
Note: My Sister's lace instruction books are available from her Vendor. Please contact Trudy Scholten,