Day 2 of my Distraction continues.....7
As I said yesterday, I wound 2 shuttles, ctm, with Anchor size 40, and started Robin's Challenge Snowflake. Rounds 1 & 2 seen.
Then I deliberately left off and picked up the size 80 edging. 13 repeats done so far.
Both patterns can be found here - http://tattingbythebay.blogspot.com/p/free-patterns.html
Ruthie May is tatting along, working the snowflake in 6 stranded embroidery thread and using needle.
After 2 rounds, the snowflake measures 1.5". I like how the padded chains keep their shape. I think it's the first time I worked it in size 40. So much neater than size 20. (https://tipsaroundthehome.blogspot.com/2015/11/pds-padded-double-stitch.html)
I've used self-closing mock Josephine Rings in 2 of my patterns - I had called it SCM(J)R, not having come across it before. Love them!
https://tipsaroundthehome.blogspot.com/2016/06/under-pinning.html and
https://tipsaroundthehome.blogspot.com/2019/11/frost-flower-pictopattern.html
Followed the pattern exactly, except for this lock join in the end. I substituted it with Reverse Join because I want the red shuttle back in action in next round. (https://tipsaroundthehome.blogspot.com/2020/07/lock-join-plus.html)
Let's see what tomorrow brings. I'll have to get back to my usual (new) life routine, so.... What I do know is that I am having fun :-D
Then I deliberately left off and picked up the size 80 edging. 13 repeats done so far.
Both patterns can be found here - http://tattingbythebay.blogspot.com/p/free-patterns.html
Ruthie May is tatting along, working the snowflake in 6 stranded embroidery thread and using needle.
After 2 rounds, the snowflake measures 1.5". I like how the padded chains keep their shape. I think it's the first time I worked it in size 40. So much neater than size 20. (https://tipsaroundthehome.blogspot.com/2015/11/pds-padded-double-stitch.html)
I've used self-closing mock Josephine Rings in 2 of my patterns - I had called it SCM(J)R, not having come across it before. Love them!
https://tipsaroundthehome.blogspot.com/2016/06/under-pinning.html and
https://tipsaroundthehome.blogspot.com/2019/11/frost-flower-pictopattern.html
Followed the pattern exactly, except for this lock join in the end. I substituted it with Reverse Join because I want the red shuttle back in action in next round. (https://tipsaroundthehome.blogspot.com/2020/07/lock-join-plus.html)
Let's see what tomorrow brings. I'll have to get back to my usual (new) life routine, so.... What I do know is that I am having fun :-D
It certainly looks fun! Love that turquoise thread.
ReplyDeleteThat blue shade is one of my favourites, Jane 💙💙💙
DeleteVery, very beautiful edging!!! :)
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great start to your snowflake!! :)
Thanks, Grace 💕💙💕 I posted the completed snowflake yesterday along with Ruthie's needle-tatted version. And I am enjoying the edging 😃
DeleteFun projects! And, it's so much fun to work along with another tatter!
ReplyDeleteAnita, I have a doily project in mind to work with you when we both have a bit more time ;-P
DeleteI love sharing projects with others with a twist. It is so fun and a creative experience for both.
ReplyDeleteSo true, Emily 💕🌹
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