Border Lacemakers meet bi-monthly on the 1st Saturday of the month from 10:00 to 3:30 and we currently have nearly 100 members aged from 24 to 100Border Lacemakers were established by the joining of various adult education classes after the tutor would tell stories and advise what other crafters were doing in her other classesAt Border Lacemakers we regularly have speakers, suppliers, workshops and supply our own entertainment at our meetings making each one very different and entertaining!!All full members of Border Lacemakers receive a quarterly newsletter full of information and fun articles plus access to a comprehensive library from which all members are entitled to borrowWelcome to Border Lacemakers where we regularly have speakers, suppliers, workshops and supply our own entertainment at our meetings making each one very different and entertainingBorder Lacemakers run a range of Meetings and Workshops for our members every yearA range of photographs taken at some of the events run by Border LacemakersEvery year at Border Lacemakers we run a Lace Day for our memebrs with a variety of speakers and suppliersA selection of links from Border Lacemakers to societies, publications and other sources within the Lace Making communityDetails and Membership form for you to join us at Border LacemakersClick here to see the latest news and views from our members at Border LacemakersPlease contact us now at Border Lacemakers for details of our group and our traditional craftAt Border Lacemakers trips, both home and abroad, feature largely each year, as do guest speakers and workshops and at times we are invited to demonstrate our craft at a variety of venuesAll full members of Border Lacemakers receive a quarterly newsletter full of information and fun articles plus access to a comprehensive library from which all members are entitled to borrow Border Lacemakers meet bi-monthly on the 1st Saturday of the month from 10:00 to 3:30 and we currently have nearly 100 members aged from 24 to 100Border Lacemakers were established by the joining of various adult education classes after the tutor would tell stories and advise what other crafters were doing in her other classesAll full members of Border Lacemakers receive a quarterly newsletter full of information and fun articles plus access to a comprehensive library from which all members are entitled to borrowBorder Lacemakers meet bi-monthly on the 1st Saturday of the month from 10:00 to 3:30 and we currently have nearly 100 members aged from 24 to 100Welcome to Border Lacemakers where we regularly have speakers, suppliers, workshops and supply our own entertainment at our meetings making each one very different and entertainingAll full members of Border Lacemakers receive a quarterly newsletter full of information and fun articles plus access to a comprehensive library from which all members are entitled to borrowBorder Lacemakers meet bi-monthly on the 1st Saturday of the month from 10:00 to 3:30 and we currently have nearly 100 members aged from 24 to 100Border Lacemakers were established by the joining of various adult education classes after the tutor would tell stories and advise what other crafters were doing in her other classesAll full members of Border Lacemakers receive a quarterly newsletter full of information and fun articles plus access to a comprehensive library from which all members are entitled to borrow

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Border Lacemakers meetings provide the opportunity for small groups and classes dotted around a wide area to meet on a regular basis. Although there is no formal tuition given, members are more than willing to provide help if needed.

Bobbin lacemakers are generally a jovial, generous, friendly lot more than willing to exchange ideas, knowledge and materials. The accent is as much on fun and friendship as it is on lacemaking skills and during our meetings a warmth of spirit and camaraderie is ever present.

The group also raises money for charities nominated annually by members.

Meetings are held on the first Saturday of every alternate month and members look forward to spending a few pleasant hours in the company of friends who have similar interests.

Trips, both home and abroad, feature largely each year, as do guest speakers and workshops and at times we are invited to demonstrate our craft at various venues.

Members have given their time and expertise annually at St Mellons Show, St Fagan's Museum and Llancaiach Fawr to name but a few and during these demonstrations, members of the public are encouraged to have a go on our beginners practise pillows.

It has been known for one or two to be reluctant to relinquish their task until they have finished a small, simple piece of lace. The look of satisfaction on their faces bringing its own reward.

Readers visiting any venue at which we happen to be, are welcome to approach us with questions, or just to observe and chat. It must be said that, often, children who want to try their hand at lacemaking display more interest and dexterity than their parents or grandparents. We can only hope that some will continue to show an interest so as to help keep this old and beautiful craft alive.

Most of our members are female, but we do have one valued male who produces excellent quality work. The craft requires patience and perseverance but once bitten by the bug you're hooked.

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Border Lacemakers group celebrated it's 20th Anniversary in October 2008 with an event held at Goytre Village Hall which was well attended by members past and present.

To mark the occasion, members were treated to a delicious cream tea, complete with beautifully decorated birthday cake.

A banner designed by President and founder member Mrs Jenny Hester was displayed for the first time, the lace motifs having been made by volunteer members as a group effort. The painstaking task of assembling the work was done by Mrs Glenna Paynter and the banner was much admired and will be displayed at future meetings.

A memorable, happy day was had by all, thanks to the efforts of all who helped organise the event.

Happy 20th Anniversary Border Lacemakers
At Border Lacemakers trips, both home and abroad, feature largely each year, as do guest speakers and workshops and at times we are invited to demonstrate our craft at a variety of venuesPlease contact us now at Border Lacemakers for details of our group and our traditional craftBorder Lacemakers were established by the joining of various adult education classes after the tutor would tell stories and advise what other crafters were doing in her other classesPlease contact us now by email with your general enquiries for details of our services at Scenic Signs and Gilding using our Email link and we will be happy to be of assistance


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