Needle Lace for Beginners (Part 2 of 8)

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In this video series, I teach a start-to-finish tutorial for creating Armenian Needlelace, which is the beautiful art of Armenian needlework. This art, also known as point lace, iğne oyası (Igne Oyasi in Turkish), Nazareth Lace, Bebilla, and Knotted Lace, is centuries old. I learned this art growing up in a Lebanon orphanage when I was a little girl. This art is also known as iğne oyası.
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[@susannepetit-breuilh8902]

This is great🤗at last someone has given clear and passionate directions on an art form I have been trying to learn on my own. Thank you Ashley I rewatch everything until I get it right

[@BecomeInspired]

Susanne, thanks so much, and please send me photos of your work!

[@berkleypearl2363]

I love this so much. There is something immeasurably soothing about having a nice lady with a lovely accent teaching me how to make lace on a bright sunny day

[@BecomeInspired]

This is the sweetest thing I've heard in a while. I"m glad you like it and more videos are coming soon!

[@generalcontact1766]

very good teaching style , thank you!!

[@BecomeInspired]

You are most welcome!

[@OPrincessXJasmineO]

the way she said by bye bye 😂 it was cute

[@BecomeInspired]

Aw thank you!

[@joroseira]

Magnificent work, thank you very much for making it available to us. A big hug from Brazil

[@BecomeInspired]

You're very welcome!

[@Ew-de1uw]

This is simply amazing. Thank you so much for passing along your knowledge!!!

[@BecomeInspired]

It's all worth it when people like yourself find value and inspiration in it. It's my pleasure!

[@neilstephen6761]

Thank you again I love the technique

[@BecomeInspired]

You are so welcome!

[@vishnupantbhalerao5632]

Lovely first lesson was nicely taught looking for second part

[@BecomeInspired]

Thank you Vishnupant! Here is the playlist for ALL of my teachings :) kzbin.info/aero/PL7CBs6KkliOHYgeuEsNHTQd4FRAyhW1Cu

[@blossomgunasekara9828]

Beautiful and thanks again.

[@BecomeInspired]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mickscrafts]

Thank you so much! I have wanted to learn this for years. It's more difficult than I thought!

[@BecomeInspired]

I'm so happy you like it! Enjoy it and let me know how your progress turns out Maxine!

[@jarbik1]

It’s very delicate art ,Amazing

[@BecomeInspired]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Leahdorsey88]

Thank you and God bless you ❤️ Jesus ♥️ you

[@BecomeInspired]

Leah, thank you and likewise!

[@Kobesaw]

shnorhakalut’yun I cannot wait to make this lace. I like needle tatting which has similar techniques. Your work is beautiful!

[@BecomeInspired]

Thank you Kelly!

[@GeminiDolly52951]

I am enjoying learning from you - Thank you

[@BecomeInspired]

You're very welcome!

[@tahlenri]

I really can't wait to try this!

[@BecomeInspired]

+Tah LenRi Let me know how it goes.

[@bozenasuchova4500]

Děkuji. Krásně pomalu to predvadíte dá se to pěkně naučit.

[@BecomeInspired]

Jsem rád, že si to myslíš. Užívat si!

[@mahafreij5431]

Very good job 👏

[@BecomeInspired]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@beckv8526]

I want to do this type of lace and with a day of free time I will practice and follow your instructions. Thank you for sharing.

[@BecomeInspired]

Thanks Beck, I hope you're well and have plenty of free time now :)

[@cypherknot]

Excellent tutorial. Thank you for this.

[@BecomeInspired]

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[@brendame]

Beautiful and amazing tutorial!!!

[@BecomeInspired]

Thanks Brenda!

[@teresacaballero1178]

Maravilloso trabajo Ashley muy bello

[@BecomeInspired]

Muchas gracias, estoy agradecida de que disfrutes esto Teresa!

[@warmi001]

Sabia que el frivolité se trabajaba con aguja normal.. (mi hermana y en el colegio nos enseñaron con agujeta) que bueno conocer esta técnica.

[@BecomeInspired]

maravilloso, estoy feliz de escuchar eso!

[@gchitra27]

Very nice,I am going to try this

[@BecomeInspired]

Please send photos of your work!

[@doreestone4487]

Ashley, thank you so much for sharing this needle art. I realize English is not your first language, so I would like to help you understand that when you use the term "needlepoint" it is an entirely different kind of needle art than this. Needlepoint is the word used to describe the use of yarn on an even weave canvas. It consists of gross point (large) and petit point (small) stitches made on a slanted angle. So when you say needlepoint, that is really what your viewers are thinking you are referring to. I think what you are making is best described as needle lace because there is no canvas fabric used. I have been following your instructions and have been fairly successful because you are so good at explaining what you are doing. The end product is beautiful. I have been doing tatting for many years so this is not as awkward for me as it might be for others. Also, when you are trying to describe the type of thread you are using, I think you want to say crochet thread or tatting thread. Those are very strong 100% cotton threads which are spun very tightly. They come in varying sizes. The thinner the thread the higher the number of the size. So #10 is very thick and used for bedspreads, whereas #80 is very thin and used for very fine laces such as tatted laces. Of course there are many sizes between those two, such as #40, #30, #20, etc. These are just a couple of terms and meanings that you may want to use should you do more of these wonderful videos to make it easier for the student. Again, thank you so much for taking your time and putting out such effort to share this with others. I really would like to see you do more and get into more complex patterns. I am really enjoying this.

[@jrwest86]

Doree Stone So what would we call this in English? I'm curious to learn more.

[@doreestone4487]

It's called needle lace or Bavarian lace.

[@Cromwell218]

I think you are are doing a wonderful job. Please do not stop

[@BecomeInspired]

Doree, I'm just seeing this comment and thank you so much. Some of this I've discovered over the years and some I'm just learning from you! I appreciate you, I hope you are enjoying the new videos I've made.

[@BecomeInspired]

Needlelace. Thanks Jessica!

[@jenniferdcunha3070]

Superb! ! Exquisite work my dear. Thanks for sharing.

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[@jenniferdcunha3070]

@@BecomeInspired yes I have subscribed. Thanks

[@BecomeInspired]

Jennifer D'Cunha Thank you Jennifer, that means a lot to me. I look forward to making more content for you!

[@trixieknits]

I watched the first and second so far. I’d love o see a closer up view of what you’re doing in the first video.

[@BecomeInspired]

What I can do is make some more videos with very close up details. We just got a new videographer, so I will take your advice to heart and make better videos Tracy.

[@bibabida3486]

Thank y ou very much

[@BecomeInspired]

You’re very welcome!

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[@heathergundry7059]

Dear Ashleigh, as I promised, I am practicing with some rather thick and coarse silver twine and I am coming along well and progressing to step three. I am repeatedly starting again from step one every time I move to a new step and I am practicing them several times. On Tuesday the excitement of my day(since we are in lockdown here in Melbourne) is going to Lincraft to buy some nice fine metallic coloured cotton Crochet cotton. I know I will get much better results with the new cotton as well as the silver tinsel blend polyester works, but is bulky and does not slide like a smooth cotton thread. I really like your teaching style. Thank you Ashley. Kind regards, Heather.

[@BecomeInspired]

Heather you are so sweet, I am so happy you think I'm a great teacher! I have family in Australia, I know how difficult it's been there for you all. I hope you're well, and I'm so glad you're looking forward to getting your hands on some thread. That really makes me happy to hear. GOOD LUCK with your project and make sure you send me photos of your work!

[@heathergundry7059]

@@BecomeInspired hello again. Went yesterday and purchased the correct cotton so I can get my table cloth going seriously now. I just want you to Know that your lessons help me during these times of lockdown. So many people are not obeying the rules though so I am. So I am being extra careful. I think things In Europe are very very sad with this virus, Australia not so bad YET. Well my friend and teacher I shall keep you up to date with the Armenian lace tablecloth. Thank you and have a good day. Xo

[@BecomeInspired]

Heather Gundry heather thank you for the update. Here in the states it’s bad too, many of my family and I have been laid off. Stay strong and make the most of these times through art and expressing yourself in great ways like you are. I will await your photos of the lace you make

[@heathergundry7059]

@@BecomeInspired oh my, I am sorry for the situation regarding your job. I too have lost my casual job. It was only cleaning so I hope to pick something up again soon. I am also a live In carer for a man with disability. I cried and cried when watching what is happening in the world. We must stick to our faith in God and Jesus and the support of family. I just love your tutorials and I think you are a good strong woman. Us women are so powerful and special. Well I will talk to you very soon about the tablecloth. I am resting and watching movies today. Stay strong.

[@hermindacorrea7147]

no entiendo tu idioma gracias por compartir. estoy Aprendiendo! ¡!!!Saludos

[@BecomeInspired]

Hablo Inglés y Español, pero no hago vídeos en Español.

[@MsOscara]

I like this series of videos. In this round, when you make a different type of knot to join the petals, does that knot serve any purpose other than joining two petals together?

[@BecomeInspired]

+MsOscara Glad you like it! That is a versatile knot you can use for other purposes. You can also use that knot to loosen (if the petals begin to tilt upward to make a bowl shape) or tighten (if the petals become too flimsy) the petals.

[@leahoconnor368]

Amazing. Anyone know of a book on this? Sometimes a good line drawing is easier to understand than a video.

[@BecomeInspired]

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[@sl-st8mv]

Thank u very much for uploading！！they r fabulous！！！but is it different from crochet？

[@BecomeInspired]

+The Colossus You're welcome. Yes, it is different, but there are many similarities.

[@doreestone4487]

I have crocheted for many years. Crochet uses a hook. This lace does not use any type of hook, only a needle, like a hand sewing needle, but with a blunt end, such as a needlepoint needle.

[@catsonly4805]

The similar casting on of thread over the needle, then uncasting, seems similar to knitting, but in smaller parts. Crochet, the loops are pulled through an existing set of loops continually. So, to me, needle tatting or needle lace, is similar to knitting, but with one needle. Very pretty handiwork!

[@jennydavis15]

Thank You so much your showing us your Armenian Lace Making. It is so BEAUTIFUL !!!!! Im having a problem with my thread twisting up. I started out with a 3 foot piece of thread. What length do you recommend?

[@BecomeInspired]

You can do it! And you're very welcome. 3 feet is perfect. If it's twisting, just hold the piece, let the needle hang down, and it'll untwist. That's normal and I encourage you to continue Jenny!

[@jennydavis15]

Thank you once again. You lace is is beyond beautiful. Its insane how delicate and detailed it is. AMAZING!!!!!

[@BecomeInspired]

@@jennydavis15 I'm really glad you can appreciate this art with me!

[@carolosterhoudt9850]

What type of needle do you use and what size cotton? Thank you in advance. It's beautiful!!

[@doreestone4487]

I am a beginner at this. I would suggest you use a needlepoint needle because you don't need a sharp needle to do this and you will avoid poking yourself that way. As for the cotton thread, if you are finding it awkward to start, try using #10 thread. That is the thickest thread and is usually used to crochet bedspreads and tablecloths. But there are many smaller sizes of thread clear down to #80, which is used for tatting delicate laces. So, as you get better and feel more comfortable, you could use those. As I said, I'm just learning this from these videos, but I have tatted and crocheted laces for years, so I feel confident in helping you with needle and thread sizes and types,

[@BecomeInspired]

Thanks Carol, check these links out for needle and thread I use: My favorite thread: amzn.to/38MMOWM (ad) My favorite needles: amzn.to/2WcTB9B (Ad)

[@BecomeInspired]

Thanks again Doree, I appreciate your help so much!!!

[@gchitra27]

BUT IF WE MAKE MISTAKES,HOW TO REMOVE THE KNOTS.

[@BecomeInspired]

Go backwards a few times to remove the knots.

[@gchitra27]

How much thread we should take to start

[@doreestone4487]

Since cotton thread is spun very tightly, it can become easily tangled if you use too long a length. Maybe no more than a yard at a time until you feel more comfortable. At least that would be my suggestion. I'm no expert, but I think that would be a reasonable length. If you still have trouble with it twisting and tangling, use less until you figure out what works best for you.

[@BecomeInspired]

Excellent advice, yes a yard or so!

[@BecomeInspired]

She nailed it below Chitra!

[@aydilanaroig3796]

Its look like frivolite

[@BecomeInspired]

Thanks so much!

[@lisajarvis3820]

Finding it way to hard ~😬😢

[@BecomeInspired]

Lisa, more videos coming for you very soon!