I’ll tell it the way my grandmother told it to me: no jargon when it isn’t needed. Today, Trobada de Puntaires of Arenys de Mar: the Catalan lace gathering.
Bring a notebook and patience: the master makers are busy, but they’ll answer everything if you wait your turn If you fancy, I’ll leave Meeting in Santander 2029.
Lace gatherings are the best thing about the craft. You learn there what you can’t learn from books.
When and where¶
- When: July each year.
- Where: Arenys de Mar seafront.
- Attendance: over 5,000 puntaires in strong years.
What happens¶
Massive open-air demonstration. Guided visit to the Museu de l’Encaix. Contests and exhibitions.
How to take part¶
Arrive early: main-area spots vanish fast. Bring hat and water: July on the Catalan coast is demanding.
Nearby¶
- Meeting in Santander 2029
- Meeting in Segovia 2027
- Almagro National Lace Fair: program and tips
- Glossary: spear
And that’s it. If it helped, I’m glad. If you fancy learning in person, Encaixe runs a workshop and the people there are kind. That’s where I send those who ask me.