Bobbin Lace or "Mundillo"

Recently, I got interested in one of the oldest type of art existing today, "bobbin lace" or in Spanish "mundillo". From our great grandparents times, bobbin lace was pretty popular among upscale and high class families. This was a way of making money for some families as well. This art was brought to Puerto Rico from Spain, but there are some that claim that the Muslins and Italians were big into this unique and elaborate art. Queen Isabel "La Catolica", personally worked this art in gold and silver threads and gave it to the churches in Spain. In Puerto Rico, this art is not completely forgotten thanks to artisans in the Island.

Production of bobbin lace is very limited, so in the hopes of increasing interest in this art, I have decided to write a post. Here are a couple of tutorials that give you an idea on how to work this intricate art. Go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OL5EZqc6peY where Eneida Marrero has given a few minutes of her time to teach the beginnings of bobbin lace.

I have included a picture of a tool used in the production of lace, to give you an idea of what to look for when working with bobbin lace. Also, you can contact the Museum of Lace in Moca, PR, www.museodelmundillo.org for tools, bobbins and other information.

Muse's Corner

I would like to start with a good morning to all my followers. For all artists, artisans and crafters the news are exciting! Muse's Corner has opened doors bringing together very talented artists with unique and eccentric art. Dare 2 Wear has a showcase at Muse's Corner, bringing to you some of the most unique items and exquisite jewelry for the most exigent customer.

We take pride in our products, manufactured with high quality materials and carefully assembled together obtaining excellent results and a beautiful product. Customer satisfaction is important to Dare 2 Wear and that is why we ask for our customers to give us feedback on items you have purchased. We would like to know your opinion and suggestions on products you would like to see that you have not found in the market.

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Baby Sandals

I wanted to introduce you to this new innovative pair of sandals for baby, using lace, trims, foams and other materials. These sandals are famous in the Hispanic world as part of the folklore and artwork of many talented women in the Island of Puerto Rico for the most part. Used in combination with headpieces matching the colors of the sandals. They are used for Christening, weddings, special occasions and much more.

For more items like this one visit http://dare2wear.etsy.com. If you have a custom order, make sure you detail colors and other materials you like. The sandals are made based on the availability of materials in the market. They can be made in different sizes as well; just send me amount of inches on the little foot and I will make it happen.

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Timothy Adam Designs

Timothy Adam Designs