Register for It Was the Cat!

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Instructor: Joan Brash

Course Description: Why is the Christmas tree toppling over? It was the cat. This discombobulated tree showcases some inlaid gimps designed and drawn by early Lace Museum member Kay Asahi and published in Exploring Inlay Gimp Variations. With the museum’s permission, we’ll try about three of the gimps from the book in the first session then once you choose your favorite we’ll start the tree in the second session. The cat hiding in the branches can be a bead or charm, available from Joan, or a cat-shaped plait that we’ll make in class.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Prerequisite: Solid knowledge of Torchon lace

Dates: 2 Saturdays - November 8, 15, 2025

Times: 1st class: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm PST; 2nd class: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm PST

Students Must Provide: The samples are done in size 80 tatting thread and size 8 pearl cotton for a 4½” or 5½“ tall ornament. Heavy gimp threads such as Rainbow Gallery Gold Dust or size 3 pearl cotton are recommended. A full supply list will be available soon.

Second Camera: Required