Next meeting: Mar. 9, 2026
6 PM Meet
7 PM Program/Nancy W: Learn where Idrija lace comes from, culture & who makes it now
Location: St. Anthony Park Lutheran, St. Paul, MN
π·: Nancy W. | 1 Idrija | 2 Lacemaker/Idrija/collar | 3 Lacemaker/Ε½iri | 4 Gewerkenegg Castle/Idrija
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We're so fortunate that Dawn Lovig (who teaches the Lace Museum class) is also a member of our guild, so we were able to have her teach the same class in person. I highly recommend taking the next virtual class if you are able-- it was a great class!
We're having an informal lace working session on Saturday!
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Sat. Feb. 28, 2026, 9:30AM-3:30PM
πSt. Anthony Park Lutheran Church, St. Paul, MN, enter on side, Fireside Room
Cost: Free, guests welcome
Bring a lace project to work on. Come for all or part of the day. Bring a sack lunch or go out.
Next meeting: Feb 9, 2026
6 PM Business Meeting
7 PM Program: Learn to make tatted self-closing mock rings (SCMR). Bring 2 shuttles, continuously wound.
Location: St. Anthony Park Lutheran, St. Paul, MN
π·: Tatted flower bouquet by Heidi H.
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We're having an informal lace working session on Saturday!
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Sat. Jan. 24, 2026, 9:30AM-3:30PM
πSt. Anthony Park Lutheran Church, St. Paul, MN, entrance on side of bldg
Cost: Free, guests welcome
Bring a lace project to work on. Come for all or part of the day. Bring a sack lunch or go out.
You can buy it on Etsy. Shop "tinakodorlacepattern"
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As we navigate thru these dark times, I thought we could all use a glimmer of spring! Member Catherine D., brought this cherry blossom branch that she created to our Dec. mtg. The branch is preserved grape vine, and the cherry blossoms are crocheted. Isn't it exquisite?
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ΓandutΓ Needle Lace Class
Jan 17 & Feb 21
10 AM-1 PM
At St. Anthony Park Lutheran, St. Paul, MN
Teacher: Dawn Lovig
Sign-up: see website in bio. Open to members & non-members
In this beginner, two-session class with homework after class, learn to create ΓandutΓ needle lace.
π·:ΓandutΓ/Dawn Lovig
Next meeting: Jan. 12 2026 (Virtual)
6 PM Business Meeting
7 PM Program: Laurie Waters will give an overview of types of bobbin lace
Location: Virtual (Guests welcome. Contact on our website for Zoom link)
π·: Torchon bobbin lace: Betty D, design: Susan Wenzel
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This bell in needle lace is the last ornament from our 2025 lace ornament exchange. Designed and created by Amy O.
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Since some people are celebrating Epiphany today, a star seemed appropriate for today's ornament. This star in Idrija bobbin lace was designed and made by Sue R. for our annual ornament exchange.
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The next ornament that was part of our annual exchange is this snowflake with shimmery pink beads, tatted by Alira, pattern "Martha's snowflake" by Kendra Goodnow.
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This festive poinsettia in Romanian Point Lace, which is a combination of crochet and needle lace, was designed and created for our annual ornament exchange by Ela P.
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This bobbin lace angel was part of our annual ornament exchange, made by Nancy, pattern from Anna magazine. Bonus pic: Santa Lucia in bobbin lace, created by Nancy for a family member, constructed by combining several patterns.
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We have quite a few lace knitters in our group, but it is rare to have a knitted entry in our annual ornament exchange, so it was extra lovely to see this small doily created by Shira. Design is 'Eufoni' by Arina Shofiya.
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Another day of snow and another lace snowflake inspired by the real thing! This one was designed and tatted by Pam T, and was part of our annual ornament exchange in December.
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We got some more of the white stuff today, so it seems appropriate to post this tatted snowflake ornament from our annual lace ornament exchange. The design is based on an actual snowflake. Designed and tatted by Rhonda G.
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This tree ornament with a fun serpentine design in Idrija bobbin lace is the next in our series highlighting our annual lace exchange ornaments. It was designed and made by Ann M.
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Brrr! It's cold here today in Minnesota! It makes one wish for a fireplace like this to cozy up to!
Original design in Milanese bobbin lace by Lynn F. Part of our annual lace ornament exchange.
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This festive Christmas Tree ornament in our annual lace exchange was designed and made by Catherine D. in crochet lace.
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ΓandutΓ Needle Lace Class
Jan 17 & Feb 21
10 AM-1 PM
At St. Anthony Park Lutheran, St. Paul, MN
Teacher: Dawn Lovig
Sign-up: see website in bio. Open to members & non-members
In this beginner, two-session class with homework after class, learn to create ΓandutΓ needle lace.
π·:ΓandutΓ/Dawn Lovig
This delightful angel was one of the ornaments from our annual lace exchange!
Angel pattern: Idrija narrow tape (bobbin) lace angel by Allie Marguccio
Worked by Arleen R., including the 3-D printed angel form!
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Merry Christmas from the Minnesota Lace Society!
We're slow in posting the ornaments from our annual lace exchange so stay tuned as we catch up!
We'll also be posting an amazing opportunity for a needle lace class!
πΈ: wreath with teddy bear, tatting, original design by Annah S.
Lace Ornament Exchange Info: Put one handmade lace ornament, size ~ 4 inches, in an unmarked envelope/box. (Must be made by the person that is participating) Include pattern source, thread info, and your name in the package.
On Monday, put it on the designated table and put your name in the basket.
Potluck: Bring a dish to share for the potluck and serving utensils for your dish. Please write the ingredients of your dish on a card and place it next to your dish to help keep those with food allergies safe. Plates and silverware are provided.
December meeting info!
Lace ornament exchange and potluck
Monday, December 8, 2025, 5:45 PM
St. Anthony Park Lutheran Church, 2323 Como Avenue, St. Paul, MN
Meeting details in reply.
πΈ Bobbin lace cottage by Lynn Fumoso, own design
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We're having an informal lace working session on Sat.!
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Sat. Nov. 22, 2025, 9:30AM-3:30PM
πSt. Anthony Park Lutheran Church, St. Paul, MN
Cost: Free, guests welcome
Bring a lace project to work on. Come for all or part of the day. Bring a sack lunch or go out.
π· Dawn Lovig, ΓandutΓ, her design
November meeting
Mon., Nov. 10, 2025
6 PM business / 7 PM program
@ St. Anthony Park Lutheran Church, St. Paul
Program: Romanian Point Lace, a combo of needle lace & crochet. Presented by Nancy Wellington, supported by members of MLS.
π·: Romanian Point Lace, design by Sylvia Murariu, πͺ‘ by Amy O
It's time to renew (or start) your MLS membership!
Membership has many perks: discounts on and first access to lacemaking classes, monthly newsletter, and the Textile Center library which holds our lace book collection.
Membership form is on our website. Link in bio.
πΈ crochet doily/thrift shop
MLS meeting Mon., Oct. 13, 2025 Β
6 PM business meeting
7 PM program
Location: St. Anthony Park Lutheran Church, St. Paul, MN
Program: Remembering Jerry Sandmann, who passed away in May.Β Bring lace Jerry made or a crocheted item that has special meaning to you to show.
π· Crochet Items by Jerry
