Image from NGVsite
Exquisite Threads – English Embroidery 1600s-1900s is currently on at the NGV international until July 12.
The Australian Lace Guild has been invited to talk and demonstrate a variety of laces as part of the exhibition on June 14 and July 11 at
11:45am. I am excited and a tad nervous
to be demonstrating wire lace at this event on both days. So if you are free please come and have a look. It will be a great way to see a variety of
laces on display and being made at the same time.
The exhibition itself is a great collection and well displayed. From samplers
made by seven year olds in the 1700s to art deco fashion of the 1920s. Taking the time to view the short videos of how some of the pieces are made is well worthwhile.
This is one of may favourite pieces, an apron from the 1730s. Image from the NGV site.
Why is this on my blog for contemporary lace you may ask? Because the traditions and skills of the past are what inspire our creations for the future.
This is one of may favourite pieces, an apron from the 1730s. Image from the NGV site.
Why is this on my blog for contemporary lace you may ask? Because the traditions and skills of the past are what inspire our creations for the future.
