My new year is off to a great start! How about yours?
First, I found an Ice Drop that I finished Christmas day.
Next, I practiced oya, following a YouTube video. It looked so simple! My results are horrible, but I will try again. I have a feeling this pattern was a little too advanced for me.
In order to make myself feel better about my skills with thread, I tatted a basic Ice Drop. This one is in Karey Solomon's Distant Mountains hand-dyed thread. I do love this color, and I feel much better knowing that I have a little bit of skill when using a shuttle and thread!
First, I found an Ice Drop that I finished Christmas day.
Next, I practiced oya, following a YouTube video. It looked so simple! My results are horrible, but I will try again. I have a feeling this pattern was a little too advanced for me.
In order to make myself feel better about my skills with thread, I tatted a basic Ice Drop. This one is in Karey Solomon's Distant Mountains hand-dyed thread. I do love this color, and I feel much better knowing that I have a little bit of skill when using a shuttle and thread!
It's never easy to learn a new craft! Looks simple when someone else does it. You'll get it. I understand the impulse to go back to something you're familiar with and good at.
ReplyDeleteI've gone back to practicing the basic loop, and I see that I still need to master that. We all need to learn to walk before we can run!
DeleteGreat Ice Drops!! :)
ReplyDeleteAt least I can tell your new lace is lace!! :)
Very true! It might be messy, but it sure is lacey!
DeleteI think it's a great first attempt. I've really found the videos from BecomeInspired (https://www.youtube.com/user/BecomeInspired) to be a big help. You can tat the beginning ring too--much easier.
ReplyDeleteTge first attempt does not always go to plan, I am sure you will get the pattern with practice.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous ice drops
Happy new year to you and your family.