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Victorian lace maker designer and historian Rarely does an historical book
come on the market of this quality. This book will be of special
interest to those who make, design, collect and do research on lace
history.
$49.95 |
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| 4. Workshop and Teaching Schedule |
- New! Click on this link for a Printer Friendly Version of the Catalogue - Catalogue Update February 4, 2010
- Attention International Customers: Take advantage of the USPS new international flat rate boxes and envelopes starting at $12.30.
- Call today about our newly acquired Antique East Midland bobbin collection.
- Now in stock three new books on Idrija Lace and 3 news Bedfordshire pattern book. Details coming soon.
- For our January book and DVD Update, go to the Books page for all the latest including An Introduction To Bruges Lace, LogarithmicLace,Dentelle de Lille du Puy, Mrs. Treadwin Vicorian Lacemaker, Designer and Historian, plus a wonderful series on Beds including: Prickings from the A.V. Clark Collection, Photographs of The Rose Family Sample Book, Bedfordshire Lace Designs, Bedfordshire Lace Moftifs and My Favorite Patterns from Fifty Years of Lacemaking.
- We are now stocking Egyptian Cotton and Silk Organzine and Gernadine from Bart and Francis.
- Now stocking Au Ver A Soie, Soie Paris for use the Le Point de Paris
- They're back at last! The 17 x .45 Duchesse pins are back in stock!
- Sized right and priced right, click on this link to see our new roller pillow.
- Take a look at our collapsible bobbin stand!
- We have a new International Square/Model 2 bobbin in two sizes!
- New from Ulrike Voelcker, Blumige Reste aus Flandern das Beste
- Check out our new Stuart Johnson bobbins and ask for scans of other designs in stock!
- Cantu lacemakers should take a look at our new Cantu bobbin!
- Announching Lace R-XP. Check out this computer softward package for lace design.
- Are you tired of runaway spools of thread? Check out our new spool swing!
- We invite Beginners to bobbin lacemaking to Build Your Own Kit! Beginners, we are now the exclusive distributors US & other NTSC countries of all 18 of the fabulous Springett Videos and DVD's, simply the best videos on the market and easiest way to learn bobbin lace on your own.
- Take a look at our new line of our gold and silver pendants and brooches.
- Bobbins for making wire lace and colored copper wire in 30 and 32 gauge for wire lace.
- Meet "Crickett" our nifty new scissors for clipping threads!
- Check out our new music box, insert trays, and boxes.
- We are now stocking ethafoam cookie pillows in 5 sizes.
- Take a look at our new pin pots, pin magnets, and pin cushions to hold your lacemaking pins conveniently on your lacemaking pillow.
- Looking for ideas for special occasions. Don't forget our pretty "Van Sciver Bobbin Lace Gift Certificates" for your friends or loved one. Just email or call in the amount desired with ship-to address and it will be handled in a flash.
- Need catalogues for your next Lace Day or Meeting? Give me a call with the quantity and I'll ship them to you at no charge!
- Confused about pins? Read the short article on "How to Select a Pin" on the Pins page!
- Confused about thread colors? Shade cards are coming to life. View what's available so far on the Threads page by following the links. Please send us your feedback. We are responding as fast as possible to suggestions so please call (607-277-0498) or e-mail (vsblace@twcny.rr.com) your comments! Since search engines are not always reliable, please pass on our URL to other lacemakers who might be helped by our pages....thanks!
I invite you to peruse these pages containing my broad inventory of quality bobbin lacemaking supplies by clicking on one of the areas above. With the help of the computer, I am able to update my catalogue frequently giving you the most accurate reflection of available items and their prices. However, due to fluctuations in foreign currency, prices may change without notice. If you have any questions about the items listed on these pages, please feel free to call me at (607) 277-0498. Note that my stock is expanding and changing daily, so if you don't see something you want please call or e-mail me at vsblace@twcny.rr.com. I am also available for vending at Lace Days so call or e-mail me about any event your group is planning.
If you are looking for an experienced teacher please keep me in mind! Note that I have vast experience teaching throughout North America and can give you numerous references. I teach courses at all levels in Torchon, Bedfordshire, Honiton, Bucks Point, Russian and more! I am happy to tailor workshops to suit your group's needs. Click this link to see a schedule of my 2010 Workshops & Lace Days.
Over the years, I have found that the best way to select supplies involves careful consideration of the lacemaker's needs and interests, so give me the opportunity to use my 35 years of lacemaking & teaching experience combined with my knowledge of world-wide lacemaking resources to help you with your choices. When placing an order I recommend telephoning me at (607) 277-0498. However, if you are sure of your choices, please email me directly at vsblace@twcny.rr.com with your order. I will confirm your order by email including a total for your order. Payment can be made by check or money order made payable to Van Sciver Bobbin Lace. Orders are shipped the same day they are received. When ordering by email, I recommend that you print out the order form, complete it in full and then prepare an email including all pertinent information. If you order by email, be sure to check your email in the event that I have questions and to confirm your order. Additionally, an informative and illustrated printed catalogue is available by emailing me your address or calling me at:
Holly Van Sciver
vsblace@twcny.rr.com Phone: (607) 277-0498Most shipments within the USA are sent using two day priority mail service. Orders for supplies will be filled immediately and will include a free catalogue update. Please include an additional 8% ($6.50 minimum under 1 lb., $10.20 minimum over 1 lb.-$12.00 maximum) of the total order to cover postage and packaging. New York State residents must add sales tax applicable to your locality (generally 7% - 8 1/2%).
Shipments outside the USA are generally sent via air mail (contact me about other arrangements), and actual mailing expenses are charged, with a minimum charge of $6.00. To calculate international postage go to: http://ircalc.usps.gov/