S3E3 No Instant Lacemakers: The Quiet Power of Practice

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.

Read more about this and see the links mentioned in the podcast on the accompanying blog.