This is for the Ready to work patterns with the pattern sheet, and has 3 patterns for Christmas baubles for you to make using Bedfordshire techniques, but with a modern twist adding 4mm sequins. The patterns are worked in Coats cotton 50 which is available in wide range of colours.
"Ready to Work" is a pattern that is printed onto pricking card and the holes made in it by a computer controlled laser process, ensuring an accurate pattern. This process also saves time, meaning you can get on to the making of the lace much quicker.
How to place beads in bobbin lace, instead of leaf tallies (youtube.com) My YouTube video shows you how to use beads as an alternative to leaf tallies, in a Christmas motif. I talk about types of beads to use and other hints and tips along the way.
How to finish round Bedfordshire bobbin lace motif (youtube.com) My YouTube video shows you how to finish off the roundel by joining the two outside trails in a Bedfordshire bobbin lace motif and joining the passives.
How to create hanging loop on bobbin lace motif (youtube.com) My YouTube video shows the techniques needed to create a simple hanging loop on a Christmas bauble motif, an easy way to finish the motif intended to be hung on the Christmas tree.
How to add beads and sequins to bobbin lace (youtube.com) My YouTube video shows 3 different ways you can use beads and sequins within bobbin lacemaking to give different effects, the tools to use and shows 3 motifs that use the techniques shown.