A friend let me know of the creative pursuits of the Dutch design house Demakersvan . Designer Joep Verhoeven entwines the harshness of the industrial with the beauty and intricacy of lace. Demakersvan states:
Fencing is a sign how we modified and cultivated our environment. Like brambles fences are rising rampantly around us What would happen if a patch of embroidered wire would meet with and continue as an industrial fence? Hostility versus kindness, industrial versus craft.
A truly inspired design idea. I'd love to see some in Australia.
For more on Demakersvan's lace fences see 3Rings and Art Propelled blog posts.
I have been making bobbin
lace for over half my life. It is a craft that is truly addictive.
However in an age of minimalism and sleek lines I have found myself asking: is
this a dying craft and is there room for lace in today's society? And so
Beyond the Doily begins......
Beyond the Doily looks at the
art of lace making and how it fits into contemporary arts, craft and
design. The blog aims to document how lace is used as inspiration in the
21st century while still honouring traditional techniques. May it inspire
and enlighten you about this beautiful craft.
If you are interested in
learning more about lace making you could start by trying to contact a lace
guild in your area. The LaceGuild UK and the Australian LaceGuild are two such sites.
