Pernambuco Lacemaking Bobbins

These lacemaking bobbins are made from pernambuco or Brazil Wood.  This is a heavy, hard wood which is tough and very durable with a generally straight grain and a fine, even texture.  The sapwood is pale, in contrast to the heartwood which is a lustrous bright orange-red that turns to a rich red-brown on exposure.  These lacemaking bobbins are made from the heartwood and were a delight to turn.  This is an increasingly rare wood.

The bobbins are approx 4½ inches (11.5 cms) long with a neck of approx 1inch (2.5 cms) allowing for plenty of thread if required. All bobbins are drilled for spangling.

Each bobbin is individually crafted so whilst each style of bobbin is very similar no two are exactly alike.

Price is for one bobbin.