Here it is, everyone! I finished the Basic Cross Pattern from Tatting Patterns by Lyn Morton. The cross will go at the back neck edge of the liturgical stole to cover the seam. It measures just under 4" across, exactly the size Mom wants.
I'll use Lyn's Traditional Cross pattern from the same book to make the two crosses for the front of the stole. The scan really darkens the color of this gorgeous thread, Marilee's Golden Glow, size 20. I may wind the next shuttle today, but I think I've done enough tatting for the weekend. What do you think, Mom?
Well done, It's perfect, no stopping you now.
ReplyDeleteAs to the dark scan, yup it does make the thread look darker but you can always brighten your scan till it looks right to you.
It's beautiful! I love the colors in that thread!
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous Diane! I am so impressed with your skills! Mom will LOVE it!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty finished. The HDT works well with this pattern. It kind of looks all "glowy" like "tiger-eye" it's kinda cool.
ReplyDeleteThe cross looks great and very pretty colours. Do show us a photo of the finished stole if possible. I have purchased some HDT, but just can't decide to use them.
ReplyDeleteAfter using HDTs, you don't want to use the normal threads. And yes, scanning actually darkens the thread but sometimes, it shows real well for certain colors.
ReplyDeleteThe cross is beautiful and the HDT was the perfect choice for your project.
ReplyDeleteHow pretty! It almost looks like rich wood -- appropriately so. Looks like you've got your tatting arm back!
ReplyDeleteReally lovely, Diane!
ReplyDeleteLovely - the cross and the thread!
ReplyDeleteI'll just have to agree with everything that has already been said. Well done and Mom will be so proud! You have come a long way.
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