PLEASE NOTE: CHANGE OF VENUE APRIL 2018 MEETING

Penwortham United Reformed Church has informed us, at short notice, that we are unable to use their premises on 7 April 2018 because essential electrical work is being carried out.  As our last meeting was disrupted due to snow, we were reluctant to cancel the meeting.  We have been able to book the Board Room from 10:00 to 15:00 at Penwortham Priory Academy, which is about 10 minutes walking distance from the Church.  The full address is:

Penwortham Priory Academy
Crow Hills Road
Penwortham
Preston
Lancashire
PR1 0JE

All members should have been informed, but if you have any questions, please email prestonlacemakers@yahoo.com or contact the secretary.

Next Meeting: Acorn Bobbins Saturday 7 April 2018

What terrible weather we had for our AGM last month!  Many members were unable to attend because of the bitter cold and the snow, but thankfully we were quorate so could proceed as planned.  The secretary has emailed all members with the minutes, so if any member is reading this and does not have a copy, please contact the secretary.

Our next meeting takes place on Saturday, 7 April 2018, when Acorn Bobbins will give a talk at 11:00 and will bring items for sale.

If anyone would like to visit, the cost for a visitor is now £3, including tea or coffee and a biscuit.

Next Meeting: AGM and finger buffet, 3 March 2018

Our next meeting takes place on Saturday, 3 March.  The Annual General Meeting will take place at 11:00 followed by a Jacob's Join finger buffet, so remember to bring something that can be eaten without cutlery.  You will also need a glass and something to drink if you want a cold beverage other than water.

Please consider whether you are able to contribute to the work of the group by volunteering for a role on the committee, or for other roles which help with the smooth running of the group.

If you would like to attend the meeting as a visitor, you might prefer to join us at about 1.00 pm in the afternoon, after the AGM has ended and the buffet is concluding.

Next Meeting: 3 February 2018: Members' work display, 10% sales table, make lace

At our last meeting, Deborah was unable to attend due to personal reasons.  Our Chair, Liz Parkinson, stepped in and gave a fascinating talk about Vietnam.  She had also brought a number of beautiful examples of their craft work.  As Liz has family living in Vietnam, she has been able to see a number of interesting places all over the country and to meet many local people.

At our next meeting on Saturday, 3 February, we shall have a display of members' work and the 10% sales table will be available for you to make purchases.  We shall be making lace and having a  chat and a laugh.  If you think this might be for you, why not come along and see us on Saturday 3 February.

Next Meeting: Deborah Robinson's talk 'The Lace Magazine' on January 6th, 2018

I am told that you all had a great time at the Christmas party and that the food was as delicious and varied as ever.  This is the first Christmas Party I have missed in many years, thanks to a pre-Christmas bad cold!

Preston Lacemakers are very fortunate to have Deborah Robinson, the current editor of 'Lace' magazine, as a member.  Lace magazine is issued by The Lace Guild, whose website is https://www.laceguild.org/ and you will hopefully be able to find by clicking here.  Deborah has very kindly agreed to give a talk about her role as editor, which I am sure will be both enjoyable, interesting and enlightening.  Her talk will start at about 11:00 on Saturday, 6 January 2018.  Non-members, and anyone interested in joining us, are welcome to attend, on payment of the normal visitor charge.

Best wishes to everyone for a happy and healthy 2018.

Christmas Party 2 December 2017 11:00

Many thanks to Pat Bradford for an interesting, challenging and enjoyable workshop in November.  The time flew by as we were all so engrossed in learning how to make the Christmas Tree decoration.

On 2 December 2017 it will be our Christmas Party.  Dress up and get ready for some delicious food and fun activities.  Remember to bring some food; plates and bowls; knives, forks and spoons and a wrapped gift to the value of £5.00. Coffee and tea will be available.  If you want a cold drink, bring your preferred drink and a glass.  If you have a nice prize for the raffle, that would be very welcome.

Next Meeting: 4 November 2017 Christmas Tree Decoration with Pat Bradford

Our next meeting takes place on Saturday, 4 November 2017.  Pat Bradford will be giving a workshop making a Christmas Tree decoration.  In order to take part, you need to have put your name on the list and selected your preferred colour.  You will need basic bobbin lacemaking equipment, nine pairs of bobbins and £1 for your kit.  Not all members are participating in the workshop, so if anyone is interested in visiting the group, there will be others with whom you can chat.  More details about the workshop can be found here.