Edinburgh Lace Course
Annual Summer School, held at Heriot-Watt University on the outskirts of Edinburgh
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About The Course
The first Edinburgh Lace Course was held in 1981. The course was founded by Kitty Mason and Sue Clark to offer lacemakers a week of tuition and the opportunity to develop their skills. Since then, the course has been run annually and, since 1986 has been held at Heriot-Watt University on the outskirts of Edinburgh.
The course is suitable for all from complete beginners to more experienced bobbin lacemakers. With four tutors, we can offer a wide variety of techniques and will endeavour to accommodate requests.
The Venue offers well-lit and spacious workrooms, wi-fi, good parking, and a selection of cafes.
Following a successful course in 2023 we hope to run a similar course in 2024. The four tutors have a variety of experience so will be able to support those wishing to learn a range of styles of bobbin lace from the early steps of a beginner to the more experienced student developing their skills in particular techniques such as Bucks Point, Flanders and Binche, Milanese and Idrija Lace. For those wishing to create their own designs, help is on hand to start to bring your ideas to life.
Our Latest News
Presentation for Kitty Mason and Sue Clark
This year marked a change in organising team – Sarah and Carole took over from Kitty and Sue who had been organising the course for 40 years. We had planned on marking this incredible achievement last year but had to delay it. At the beginning of this year’s course...
Meet the Team in 2021
Carole and Sarah are delighted to welcome Liz Parkinson as the newest member of the Edinburgh Lace Course team. Supported by our web designer, Julia Douglas, Liz will help to keep the website up to date and send an initial response to queries sent through the website.
A Symbolic Rainbow
In this time of 'lockdown' you may be looking for a new lace challenge. Some people have already seen Carole Smith's striking 'Rainbow' bobbin lace lampshade. It was worked in Fils a Dentelles from her own design. Below is a copy of the pricking and a working diagram...