Worcester MA
Held on 2 Saturdays, August 8 and August 22 2026
10am - 4:30pm w/lunch break
Join Judy and Mary–two local, passionate, and experienced teachers– for an intimate and intensive beginner class series in making bobbin lace.
Using a 12-hour curriculum developed by members of the International Organization of Lace you’ll learn the foundational stitches of bobbin lace and the crucial tools and techniques required to get you going on your lacemaking journey.
You’ll explore: a stitch sampler, bracelet, bookmark, and other small beginner skills.
Includes: bobbins, pins, thread, patterns, curriculum, snacks, and social connection with other creatives embarking on a niche new craft. Loaner bobbin lace pillows available, or bring your own. (We’ll encourage everyone to use the same thread for alignment with the lessons; we’ll provide the thread.)
Class limit: 8 beginning lacemakers [minimum of 6 attendees to run the class; if not met, course fees refunded]
Bring a packed lunch. Snacks provided.
*$9.00 goes for the International Organization for Lace curriculum and patterns. We order and print/prepare your copy and it’s yours to keep! A set of 12 pairs of bobbins are yours to take home to keep working on your skills.
Workshop fee: $300
Materials fee: $50
Total price: $350 USD
You instructors
Judy Jeon-Chapman: Intrigued by the historical importance of bobbin lace in Le Puy-en-Velay, France, while conducting sabbatical research in that city, Judy decided to take bobbin lace lessons at the famous Centre d’Enseignement de la Dentelle aux Fuseaux [Center of Teaching Bobbin Lace] of that city. The predominant style of lace there is Cluny lace, the type of lace that Judy practices the most, but she has also studied other types of lace such as Bedfordshire, Milanese, and Binche.
Mary Mangan: Drawn to lace as a Revolutionary War reenactor, Mary wanted to complete her wardrobe with period lace trims. She is now an enthusiastic lacemaker of Ipswich lace, the only American lace of that period. In addition, she explores many other lace styles for both historic reproductions and modern artwork lace pieces like Milanese as well.
Judy and Mary are active members of the New England Lace Group and will provide additional insights into local lacemaking community activities and opportunities.
Location:
Held at a historic home in Worcester MA. Parking is free. Specific address provided to attendees.
Worcester MA
Held on 2 Saturdays, August 8 and August 22 2026
10am - 4:30pm w/lunch break
Join Judy and Mary–two local, passionate, and experienced teachers– for an intimate and intensive beginner class series in making bobbin lace.
Using a 12-hour curriculum developed by members of the International Organization of Lace you’ll learn the foundational stitches of bobbin lace and the crucial tools and techniques required to get you going on your lacemaking journey.
You’ll explore: a stitch sampler, bracelet, bookmark, and other small beginner skills.
Includes: bobbins, pins, thread, patterns, curriculum, snacks, and social connection with other creatives embarking on a niche new craft. Loaner bobbin lace pillows available, or bring your own. (We’ll encourage everyone to use the same thread for alignment with the lessons; we’ll provide the thread.)
Class limit: 8 beginning lacemakers [minimum of 6 attendees to run the class; if not met, course fees refunded]
Bring a packed lunch. Snacks provided.
*$9.00 goes for the International Organization for Lace curriculum and patterns. We order and print/prepare your copy and it’s yours to keep! A set of 12 pairs of bobbins are yours to take home to keep working on your skills.
Workshop fee: $300
Materials fee: $50
Total price: $350 USD
You instructors
Judy Jeon-Chapman: Intrigued by the historical importance of bobbin lace in Le Puy-en-Velay, France, while conducting sabbatical research in that city, Judy decided to take bobbin lace lessons at the famous Centre d’Enseignement de la Dentelle aux Fuseaux [Center of Teaching Bobbin Lace] of that city. The predominant style of lace there is Cluny lace, the type of lace that Judy practices the most, but she has also studied other types of lace such as Bedfordshire, Milanese, and Binche.
Mary Mangan: Drawn to lace as a Revolutionary War reenactor, Mary wanted to complete her wardrobe with period lace trims. She is now an enthusiastic lacemaker of Ipswich lace, the only American lace of that period. In addition, she explores many other lace styles for both historic reproductions and modern artwork lace pieces like Milanese as well.
Judy and Mary are active members of the New England Lace Group and will provide additional insights into local lacemaking community activities and opportunities.
Location:
Held at a historic home in Worcester MA. Parking is free. Specific address provided to attendees.
