My
2nd square pattern is ready, phew. This time I did the presentations
for both squares a bit differently. Each is single page, with no listing of
techniques, and no real diagrams. I had begun diagramming for the Classic
square, but it wasn’t coming together easily. Rather than waste time, I notated
counts on the tatted models.
Your
feedback will help further improvement.
In
time for Valentine’s Day ….
(click to download pdf)
Worked continuously.
In CTM, it can be tatted all from the front in clockwise direction.
I deliberately chose a dimpled
ring for heart, though my preference is for the folded style
to be certain that the shape would hold well throughout.
The picot thread can be seen
across where the dimple is made.
If you don’t like it, a bead/pearl on the
picot can hide it.
Heart can also be worked as a mock
ring/SCMR.
In the right model, I brought the top chain closer to the dip.
But I don't like the look. An oval/spndle around the heart looks better.
There are clovers around the heart bridged by chains that are linked to the heart below using a Catherine wheel join (cwj) to keep the curve smooth.
NOTE: When using cwj, the
core thread in the chains remains free to slide from start to end. Hence take
care while snugging stitches.
UPDATE (FEB 13) :
PLEASE NOTE : the chain before Clover4 ends with a cwj.
UPDATE (FEB 13) :
PLEASE NOTE : the chain before Clover4 ends with a cwj.
4 cwj 5 cwj (for Lizbeth),
and
3 cwj 4 cwj (for Anchor).
The 4th clover is again made with 2nd shuttle.
Depending on one’s tatting
tension, adjust stitch count such that the outer chain
is flush but flat around
the heart. I have a tight tatting tension.
The last clover is linked back to
the first clover using a picot join to the right.
TIP: Before making the join, ensure that Both shuttles are on the same
side – preferably to the front – because there is a short chain still to be worked at
the end.
Since
we needed a specific dimension, the pdf contains instructions for
size 20
threads in Lizbeth & Anchor both.
YYYYYYY
A Valentine’s Variation
of Classic Square :As promised in last post, here’s what Anita did – ‘tis the season after all! Hearts instead of plain ol’ rings, and layered to boot! Rest of the square pattern remains same.
(heart variation) : Ring: 6 – 6, 4fhs – 4shs, 6 – 6
TIP: The picot between seta & setb “emphasizes the point of changing directions”.
Now how about interlocking the 4
hearts – I’ll have to needle-tat it some day!
happy tatting J
Muskaan!! Those are wonderful!!! Now, see. I told you that you were a designer. You have the talent to see what you want and how to get it. I have some ideas but no talent for figuring out how to make it work. You just have a gift. Beautiful work, too.
ReplyDeleteLOL, Tim, our virtual paths just crossed ! I was watching your video ...
DeleteThanks for the compliment and this time I will not contradict you. I Am getting the hang of creating flat, symmetrical designs, even if they are mostly small at present.
But it took me 2-3 years of meaningful tatting and overcoming the '2D fear'. So if I can, you Definitely can. Give it time :-) Feel free to ask, too - everybody is so helpful.
These little heart squares are fabulous and perfect timing for Valentine's day too. You are doing great and one thing i don't do is the know how to make the pattern with computter that takes time and talent too 😄 but when i started blogging I impressed my self with learning the skill of photography, And really wasn't interested in that, it was a had to thing. The pattern making with computer is another one i will someday work on.😏
ReplyDeleteCarollyn, it Does a LOT of time to do all the pattern writing and presentation on the computer - way longer than it would take to tat. But for now I look upon each as an improvement upon the previous, and a learning experience.
DeleteYour skill in photographing & your wonderful backdrops are very inspiring!!!
Sweet! A very dainty heart.
ReplyDeleteI'm happy, too, Jane :-)))
DeleteWhen I saw your title I thought how can a heart be squared, But when I saw the picture all become clear, I love your square heart, I think I will try this pattern when I get time. In the meantime thank you for sharing the pattern
ReplyDeleteLOL< now if more people tat, they will multiply manifold, not just squared, Margaret. Hope they are ...
Deletecharming! thx!
ReplyDeleteI like it, too, Lelia ;-D
DeleteBeautiful cosy little heart sitting in middle of the square!!! Lovely pattern with much needed color change! Try bright red color thread for heart Muskaan!
ReplyDeleteWill you make me do all the work, Usha? I've left the red to you ;-P
DeleteI was thoroughly tired of working with pinks and needed a break. A golden heart is not that bad ;-P
I love them! Great job. Carollyn is right. You are a designer. You were designing when you created your 3d work. It's just that you are finally realizing what the rest of us knew all along.
ReplyDeleteYou've all been so supportive throughout, Eliz! I was probably a 'designer' with a major mental block which is clearing now ;-P
DeleteThat is a little beauty, I love it, already downloaded...
ReplyDeleteWill I get to see your version soon, Nin?
DeleteThat is an adorable motif! Thanks for sharing the design. I've downloaded it, and I hope to tat some soon.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Diane :-)
DeleteAnita's overlapping heart variation is charming, too. Thanks for sharing it.
ReplyDeleteIt is, isn't it, Eliz! Clever adaptation.
DeletePLEASE NOTE : the chain before Clover4 ends with a cwj.
ReplyDelete4 cwj 5 cwj SS for Lizbeth,
and
3 cwj 4 cwj SS for Anchor.
Awesome heart squares!!!! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sue :-)
DeleteBeautiful heart squares and bookmark :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Anetta :-)
DeleteThank you for thr pattern, Muskaan! I'll try to make one for the Brussels monument!
ReplyDeleteThis is so sweet of you! So very happy to see you back after ages, Chantal :-)))
DeleteTerrific pattern! Definitely will be making this!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Vickie :-) Looking forward to your model
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