Save the Date! October 1 - 4, 2026 44th Annual Ithaca Lace Day sponsored by the Finger Lakes Lace Guild at the Ithaca Hotel Workshops, demonstrations, lace exhibits, lecture, lace and bobbin prizes, banquet dinner, and sales! Watch this space for future announcements

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New Private Sale Malcolm Fielding Bobbins	Silver "Lacemaker Claire" Pendant Duchess Lace Jewellry	Ama and Apa's Garden Kumiko Nakasaki
		60 patterns using snowflake grounds. $48.00 In Stock -------------------- Try Me All new pattern folio by Kumiko. $36.00 In Stock
Assortment of Malcolm Fielding Bobbins arranged in pairs.  Call today for larger more details pictures of these special out of production bobbins.  These bobbins feature spliced, inserrt and loose ringed bobbins and are beautifully finished and spangled in like pairs and singles.  Also available are Malcolm's bobbins turned in exotic hardwoods. Picture right are a pair of Marcolm Fielding turned in ebony and inlayed with Mother of Pearl.  Also pictured by the same maker a bobbin with a coco bolo inset with three loose rings at the top.  A rare find. Private sale items include lots of Malcolm Fielding bobbins/spangled, tool set, bobbin set, hooked bobbins, Downton bobbins,   block pillows, travel pillow, Honiton Pillow, lots of East Midland and Continental bobbins new and old, tool sets, 30 Simon Toustou bobbins and much, much more. Only one of each item all in excellent condition, so call today.	Exquisite silver lacemaker pendant made by hand in silver wire by Duchesse Lace Jewellry, Brussels, Belgium.  They say, "In the 19th century, Belgian Duchesse lace was woven from fine linen threads using bobbins.  Today, its deicate patterns are reinterpreted in sterline silver through the meticuous needle-and-tweezers technique.  The process beginns with a strong silver frame that defines the form and structure of each jewel, gradually filled with hand-twisted filigree threads."  These comes with the added bonus of an 18" flat silver chain (not pictures).  The pendant measures 2" x 1 1/2".  Simply beautiful!  Only one available.
$25.00 - $35.00 - each	$850.00	$48.00 $36.00

1. What's New! Updated April 7, 2026

• For our April book and DVD Update, go to the Books page for all the latest including, Try Me!, Ama and Apa's Garden
  
• Check out our PRIVATE SALES page for one of a kind items including bobbins, pillows, books, and lace.
• We invite Beginners to bobbin lacemaking to Build Your Own Kit! Beginners, we are now the exclusive distributors US & other NTSC countries of all 18 of the fabulous Springett DVD's now available on Thumbs Drives, simply the best videos on the market and easiest way to learn bobbin lace on your own.
• Confused about pins? Read the short article on "How to Select a Pin" on the Pins page!
• Confused about thread colors? Shade cards are coming to life. View what's available so far on the Threads page by following the links. Please send us your feedback. We are responding as fast as possible to suggestions so please call (607-277-0498) or e-mail (vsblace@twcny.rr.com) your comments! Since search engines are not always reliable, please pass on our URL to other lacemakers who might be helped by our pages....thanks!

2. General Information

I invite you to peruse these pages containing my broad inventory of quality bobbin lacemaking supplies by clicking on one of the areas above. With the help of the computer, I am able to update my catalogue frequently giving you the most accurate reflection of available items and their prices. However, due to fluctuations in foreign currency, prices may change without notice. If you have any questions about the items listed on these pages, please feel free to call me at (607) 277-0498. Note that my stock is expanding and changing daily, so if you don't see something you want please call or e-mail me at vsblace@twcny.rr.com. I am also available for vending at Lace Days so call or e-mail me about any event your group is planning.

If you are looking for an experienced teacher please keep me in mind! Note that I have vast experience teaching throughout North America and can give you numerous references. I teach courses at all levels in Torchon, Bedfordshire, Honiton, Bucks Point, Russian and more! I am happy to tailor workshops to suit your group's needs. Click this link to see a schedule of my 2024 Workshops & Lace Days.

3. Order Information

Over the years, I have found that the best way to select supplies involves careful consideration of the lacemaker's needs and interests, so give me the opportunity to use my 51 years of lacemaking & teaching experience combined with my knowledge of world-wide lacemaking resources to help you with your choices. When placing an order I recommend telephoning me at (607) 277-0498. However, if you are sure of your choices, please email me directly at vsblace@twcny.rr.com with your order. I will confirm your order by email including a total for your order. Payment can be made by check or money order made payable to Van Sciver Bobbin Lace. Orders are shipped the same day they are received. When ordering by email, I recommend that you print out the order form, complete it in full and then prepare an email including all pertinent information. If you order by email, be sure to check your email in the event that I have questions and to confirm your order. Additionally, an informative and illustrated printed catalogue is available by emailing me your address or calling me at:

Holly Van Sciver
vsblace@twcny.rr.com

Phone: (607) 277-0498

Most shipments within the USA are sent using two day priority mail service. Orders for supplies will be filled immediately and will include a free catalogue update. Please include an additional 8%
($7.50 minimum under 1 lb., $10.50 minimum over 1 lb.-$12.00 maximum) of the total order to cover postage and packaging. Orders including pillows, stands or s&h over the $12.00 will be shipped at cost.  New York State residents must add sales tax applicable to your locality (generally 7% - 8 1/2%).  Returns require preapproval.

Shipments outside the USA are sent by USPS at cost.  Please submit your order and I will quote your shipping options by USPS Express, Priority or International First Class by return email.