Hi there
Just a quick blog this evening, to shine a light on these rather fabulous Richelieu lace plates, brand new, and designed by Linda Williams herself.
What’s Richelieu lace? I hear you ask. Well, I didn’t know what it was called, but I have always been drawn to this kind of lace..
You will know the sort. Where areas are cut away, and often almost tanged together by these woven threads. Turns out these connectors are called bars or brides. And the designs are the sprigs.
My Oma in Germany used to own table cloths made with this lace. My Mum had them from her. Then she gave them to me. I will bring two to the show tomorrow. So beautiful! Only ever came out on special occasions.
Well, Linda has designed a collection of plates, which work wonderfully just as normal Groovi plates. BUT. They are absolutely perfect for developing and achieving that Richelieu lace effect, that connecting of sprigs with brides…what a fascinating language, eh?
The thing is, you can used them beautifully without any cutting at all, as will be shown tomorrow. But boy oh boy! If you enjoy delicate lace, and you enjoy picot cutting, then these are yours!
You can see the plate of brides or bars here. You can use it or not use it. But it really looks fantastic when you do. You just have to trust the design process.
Want to see them in action? Then please join Paul and myself tomorrow at 10am and 2pm. You asked for delicate plates – well here they are!
Clarity Social TV Show page HERE.
Psst. A little bird told me they’ve just gone live on our website…CLICK HERE
Exciting times. I’d best go get the lights and cameras ready for some action at 7, with those lovely Floral Posters in the SHAC. Who‘s with me?
Love always
Barb x x x