Affordable/Starter Bobbin Lace Materials

[@mialemon6186]

I was considering trying thin dowels with beads cut to match the few “real” bobbins I have. Delighted to see that the idea might actually work! I have a date with my dremel tool and not paying $15 a dozen (the project I took on is 80 bobbins, that’s a lot of cash for a beginner!) 🤣

[@cajahsr]

Yes! That should work wonderfully! The cost of so many is a steep ask for a beginner maker. I am glad you could find something that works.

[@debbyvanlinden5705]

Thank you for these original bobbins. I wonder how to best stick the cloth for the cushion....

[@lizkimber]

You can also use the dolly clothes pins

[@heirofdisa]

When you're using the clothespins, do you just open them to get a bit more thread as needed?

[@cajahsr]

I have not done that. If you also weave the thread inside the open cloths pin it should work. Otherwise, the thread would just be loose. Good luck!!!!

[@guthriecar08]

When making beaded bobbins would it be a good idea to make 2 of the same color and use as a pair, or does it really matter?

[@cajahsr]

I think that is a great idea! When you are doing cloth stitch, it will show you that your pairs are staying together. Alternately, how far apart your pairs go during half stitch.

[@or7878]

❤

[@Bettafishsandwhich]

Thank you so much! im going to make the bobbins now with the beads! are you willing to message me in private to help with some of my questions? I understand if not!!

[@cajahsr]

Hello! I am happy to answer questions! I am not sure how to pm on KZbin.