Save the date, because on June 22, 2025, Villamediana de Iregua (La Rioja) will become the beating heart of bobbin lacemaking for the 10st National Lacemakers' Meeting! An event that, year after year, has earned its place in the country's cultural and artisan calendar, bringing together passionate lovers of thread, wood, and tradition from every corner of Spain. This year, the Municipal Sports Center will be the venue where the most skilled lacemakers will meet from 00:14 a.m. to 00:XNUMX p.m. to share, learn, and, above all, enjoy.
An art that vibrates in community
This event is not only a meeting with technique, but also with emotion. Those who have attended previous editions know well that this event isn't just about showcasing works—which, by the way, are often breathtakingly beautiful and complex—but also about creating bonds, forging friendships with the same patience with which bobbin lace is woven.
This year's poster features a beautiful peacock motif made with bobbin lace: elegant, colorful, and vibrant, a perfect symbol of the creativity that will be felt that Sunday. The work speaks not only of technique but also of artistic sensitivity, of how threads can form visual poetry when guided by wise hands.
Villamediana de Iregua: much more than lace
The event is the perfect excuse to visit this charming town in La Rioja. Just 7 kilometers from Logroño, Villamediana offers a peaceful experience, with a rural feel and a closeness that captivates first-time visitors.
After a day of lacemaking, there's nothing like wandering the town's streets, enjoying the local cuisine—with its La Rioja wines, fresh vegetables, and traditional cured meats—or taking a walk along the banks of the Iregua River. The surrounding area is dotted with hiking trails perfect for a nature escape among poplars and vineyards.
Plus, if you decide to extend your stay, you can explore places like the Sierra de Cebollera Natural Park or the nearby wineries of Logroño, where you can combine culture, winemaking tradition, and landscape.
A party organized with care
The Villamediana Women's Association, the true architects of this event, has been working for months to ensure everything runs smoothly. With the support of the City Council, they have prepared not only the exhibition of works, but also parallel activities for those accompanying them: workshops, raffles, and, of course, a hearty Riojan lunch to recharge their batteries.
Those who have already participated know that this gathering is synonymous with joy. There's no shortage of hugs among the reunions of lacemakers from different autonomous communities, nor of laughter shared between tangled threads and generously taught tricks.
And as always, it's recommended to arrive early, not only to enjoy all the stalls and talks, but also to pick up a unique piece of lace, special threads, or tools that can only be found in these specialized environments.
A tradition that reinvents itself
Bobbin lacemaking has gone from being an everyday household task to becoming an artistic expression, a symbol of cultural identity that is experiencing a golden age. Every year, more young people join the craft, and these gatherings serve as a platform to demonstrate that the future of lacemaking is more vibrant than ever.
In Villamediana, tribute will be paid to the masters who have preserved this art and to the new generations who reinterpret it with freshness, incorporating new materials, shapes, and designs. Because lace also adapts, transforms, and intertwines with modernity without losing its soul.
Come, live, share
So if you're a lover of textiles, tradition, handmade art, or just fancy spending a unique Sunday among good people and a better atmosphere, don't hesitate. Mark June 22nd in your calendar and come to Villamediana de Iregua.
Bring your pillow if you're a lacemaker, or simply keep your eyes open if you're just a spectator. What you'll experience at the 21st National Bobbin Lacemaker's Meeting is a true celebration of creativity, of patience turned into art, and of the love put into every stitch.
