Robin Vernell ([log in to unmask]) wrote:
: >
: >Our site staff, a living history museum, are looking for new crafts to
: >introduce on site this season. They thought hair wreaths might be good. Is
: >there a source of information on construction techniques.

Lark Books 1996 catalogue lists what I think is a new book (cuz I've
never seen it anywhere before!).  It's "The Art of Hair Work:  Hair
Braiding and Jewelry of Sentiment" by Mark Campbell.  It's listed as a
reprint of an 1875 book, and includes designs for making your own
pieces.  Sounds like it would fit the bill from the catalogue
description.  Lark is at 50 College St., Asheville, NC  28801, or
1-800-284-3388.  I've always been very pleased with their service and
stock.  (Not a paid advert, just a satisfied customer!)

Norah--
"Made weak by time and fate, but strong in will to strive, to seek, to
find, and not to yield."