Spangles & Superstitions -Christine Springett

ASIN : B0007CCY28
Publisher : Self Published (2007)

Spangles & Superstitions by Christine Springett
English, East Midlands bobbins are well known for the beads at the base of the bobbin, called Spangles.
Used to weight the bobbins, for tension, and to stop the bobbin from rolling, these spangles started to tell tales of the lacemaker's life.
Filled with black and white photos and line drawings.

What works well?

• A fantastic romp through the history of spangles and their meanings.  A must read for anyone who loves East Midlands bobbins

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

• This book is still in print and available from the author so do support Christine Springett by buying direct.