In this episode, The Lace Bee reflects on the meditative nature of making bobbin lace. From pricking out the pattern to the rhythmic movement of the bobbins, this is a quiet celebration of slow craft, presence and the peace that comes with each thread crossed. Perfect for listeners seeking calm, inspiration or simply a slower pace for a little while.

In this gentle episode, we look at the idea that true skill isn’t born overnight but built over time. Drawing inspiration from Matthew Syed’s book Bounce, this reflective episode unpicks the myth of natural talent and celebrates the steady, unglamorous power of practice.

Whether you’ve just picked up your first bobbins or have years of lace behind you, this is a warm reminder that everyone starts somewhere – and that becoming a lacemaker is a process, not a prize.

With thoughtful pauses, stories from the pillow, and a quiet nod to all those moments of unpicking and starting again, this is a companion piece for anyone who has ever felt unsure, stuck, or slow.

Because there are no instant lacemakers. Only patient ones.

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In this reflective solo episode, The Lace Bee shares why bobbin lacemaking has been added to the Heritage Crafts Red List of Endangered Crafts – and what this means for the future of the craft in the UK.

Drawing on personal insight, historical context and the quiet power of community, this episode explores the challenges facing lacemaking today, from dwindling adult education and an ageing practitioner base to undervalued market pricing.

But it is also a call to action. Whether you’re a lifelong lacemaker or a curious beginner, The Lace Bee invites you to keep the thread alive – by sharing, teaching and making space for the next generation of lace.

Listen in to rediscover the strength, beauty and importance of a craft that deserves not only to be remembered – but to be revived.

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