Bobbin Lace Taster Day by Woodlanders' Lives

Chalk, Cherries and Chairs Landscape Partnership

Are you interested to know more about the history and heritage of Bucks bobbin lace? Come and have a go at lacemaking!

'The Room' (near Reception - see map), Buckinghamshire New University

Formerly a thriving local cottage industry and now an engaging hobby. Come along to celebrate the fascinating craft of lacemaking with us at our Bobbin Lace Taster Day!<ul><li>Meet local lacemakers, watch bobbin lace being made</li><li>Try your hand at lacemaking on a pillow with guidance from an experienced lacemaker</li><li>Learn about the history and heritage of Bucks bobbin lace.</li></ul>You will also be able to enjoy:<ul><li>Lace displays</li><li>Amersham Museum mobile lace exhibition</li><li>Lacemaking supplies to buy (cash only please) </li><li>Talk on the history of lace and lacemaking (1.30pm) </li><li>Folk musician Jackie Oates performs her songs about the lives of lacemakers (1-1.30pm and 2 –2.30pm)</li><li>Free refreshments</li></ul>You can book to have a go at lacemaking yourself (‘Have a Go’ ticket £10) or alternatively with an 'Observer' ticket (£3) you can simply enjoy the displays, talks and music. Tickets for children, teenagers and students are free. Children need to be 8 or over to have a go at lacemaking and those under 11 must be accompanied by an adult. Two lacemaking sessions are available (morning 10am – 1 pm, afternoon 2pm – 4:15pm), with a break for music and the talk on lacemaking from 1 – 2pm for both morning and afternoon ticket holders. If you book a ‘Have a Go’ ticket, upon arrival you will be invited to sign up to a 45 min slot during which you will be able to 'have a go' at lacemaking.Places are limited – book now!Reminder: please bring cash if you wish to purchase lacemaking supplies on the day.

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