40th Anniversay of Bon Accord Bobbins

40th Anniversay of Bon Accord Bobbins

40th Anniversay of Bon Accord Bobbins 2022 is the 40th Anniversary of our lace group. The AGM and anniversary lunch was held in the Athol Hotel. in Aberdeen and was attended by 18 members and previous members of the group. The group numbers have diminished somewhat...
In memory of Lilias Wolkoff

In memory of Lilias Wolkoff

In memory of Lilias Wolkoff Bon Accord bobbins are very sad to announce the death of a founder member.  Lilias Wolkoff learned to make lace while stationed at Bletchley Park.  She was instrumental in starting up Bon Accord Bobbins in 1982 and she continued to attend...
Bon Accord Bobbins meetings resume

Bon Accord Bobbins meetings resume

Bon Accord Bobbins meetings resume B.A.B. has started meeting again in Ruthrieston Community Centre. We are socially distanced and as a consequence, the conversation is a bit limited compared to previously but we are enjoying being back together to share stories and...
Light at the end of the tunnel

Light at the end of the tunnel

Light at the end of the tunnel It is nearly a year since Bon Accord Bobbins met in the flesh! Now with a little light at the end of the tunnel, we can look forward to gathering together at Ruthrieston again hopefully soon. In the meantime keep those bobbins on the...
Lockdown Lace

Lockdown Lace

Lockdown Lace Bon Accord Bobbins are not meeting at the moment and are not planning to do so until after the normal summer break. However, members are finding that the lockdown has created more opportunities to progress or complete whatever lace projects they have...
Christmas break 2019

Christmas break 2019

Christmas break 2019 Bon Accord Bobbins are not meeting over the festive period, but we wish all members and friends of the group a Very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year and look forward to seeing everyone again on 8th January...