Lace Day is held each spring and fall and is open to anyone interested in learning about lacemaking, lace identification, purchasing supplies, or taking mini-workshops. The day usually starts with short business meeting followed by lacemaking and shopping for supplies and those hard-to-find books! "Try me" lace pillows and tatting shuttles will be available for those who want to try their hand at lacemaking. The Guild has starter kits (includes a cookie pillow, bobbins, pins, and thread) that can be rented for six months for $50. If you decide to purchase the kit, your deposit will be applied to the cost. Who knows, you just might find that making lace isn't nearly as complicated as you thought!

Spring Lace Day: April 24, 2010

The Chesapeake Region Lace Guild will hold its annual Spring Lace Day on April 24, 2010 at the Old Town Hall (3999 University Drive, Fairfax City, Virginia 22030). The doors will open at 9:30 a.m. and the business meeting will begin at 10:00a.m. At 11:00 a.m., Carolyn Hottenstein will speak on antique sewing implements. Both Lacy Susan and Van Sciver Bobbin Lace will be there with all of the latest books and supplies. Following a break for lunch and shopping, the mini-workshops will begin around 12:30 and end at 3:00 p.m. Lace made by the members of the Guild will be on display throughout the day. Admission is free to the public. Admission for CRLG members is $8.00 in advance and $10.00 at the door. Click here to download a registration coupon (PDF).

Fall Lace Day: October 23, 2010 (tentative date)

Fabric artist Eileen Doughty of Alexandria, VA, will speak on three-dimensional thread sculptures. Further details will be posted as they become available.

CRLG members are strongly encouraged to contact the Board with suggestions for topics, speakers, and mini-workshops for future Lace Days. Just use the handy "contact us" button on the left-hand side of this page or write to lacegal@yahoo.com to voice your opinion.