Beginner Bobbin Lace WorkshopConsecutive Sundays, October 26 & November 210am - 4:30pm w/lunch break$350*at The Chest Collective86 Joy Street, Studio 9 at Joy Street Studios, Somerville, MAJoin 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.)Class limit: 8 beginning lacemakersYou’ll also have free access to “office hours” with Mary at The Chest Collective’s drop-in fiber arts social sessions on Monday 10/27 and 11/2, 6:30-9PM. During office hours, you can work on your class pieces or ask other questions about lace/lacemaking and connect with other makers. *$8.83 goes for the International Organization for Lace curriculum. We order and print/prepare your copy and it’s yours to keep! You instructorsJudy 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. Your hostThe Chest Collective is equal parts an appointment-based, fit-focused bra shop and a creative gathering space. Visit www.chest.love to learn more or follow along on Instagram @thechestcollective. Questions?Feel free to reach out to your host at The Chest Collective, email olivia@chest.love.+++++++++++++++++++++++Lacemaking beginner kits can be an expensive investment. We recommend you hold off on purchasing your own so you can explore the types of pillows available during class before committing. In one of our sessions, we’ll have a chance to see and consider a variety of pillow types.If you do want your own beginner kit, our group members have found these vendors offer nice setups:https://www.snowgooselace.com/product-category/bobbin-lace/beginner-bobbin-lace-kits/https://the-lace-museum-shop.myshopify.com/products/bobbin-lace-kit Other vendors to explore who may have wonderful kits, (all of which we haven’t seen or tested):https://nelg.us/Lacemaking-Resources Used items are frequently available on eBay. +++++++++++++++++++++++Physical accessibility at The Chest CollectiveThere are 6 stairs up to the main entrance door of Joy Street Studios and two flights of stairs or an industrial elevator up to Studio 9 on the 2nd floor. The elevator is operated by key. Instructions for use will be shared with registered students. Cancellations/RefundsIf you need to cancel, pretty please do so as early as possible to allow for us to find another person to fill your spot in time. We are just 3 local ladies trying to offer exciting programs to our community. Cancellations and refunds are impactful. Refunds actually cost the small business host–wild right?! We ask you to be conscientious about registering/shifting plans. We'd like to limit refunds to cancellations made/communicated at least 48 hours before the first day of the two-Sunday workshop. Thanks for understanding and supporting local people and projects.