Shrewsbury Lacemakers are celebrating 50 years of the national Lace Guild with a special exhibition on Saturday 26th September at the Viewing Platform of Shrewsbury Market between 9am and 3pm.
The event will showcase members lace displays and there will be ‘Have A Go’ sessions where visitors will be invited to try out basic lacemaking skills on pillows provided. There will be live demonstrations of a variety of lace types and an opportunity to try out the principle steps in bobbin lace.
Publicity Officer of Shrewsbury Lacemakers, Thelma Foster said: “To find out more about our anniversary celebration event or to discover more about Shrewsbury Lacemakers please email shrewsburylacemakers@hotmail.com Beginners are most welcome to our friendly and informal monthly sessions, where previous experience is unnecessary and members enjoy professional tuition. We have a comprehensive library of books, videos and DVDs and patterns for people to learn the basics of this interesting craft.
The exhibition will showcase or members creative work with everything from butterflies, to abstract designs”.
Created By members of Shrewsbury Lacemakers.
Lacework by Catherine O’Brian.
