Thursday, July 22, 2021

My first

This is my very first Dorset button! I've been wanting to make one for years, and I've had the supplies. I just didn't have the nerve to get started. Today was the day. I followed a tutorial from Gina-B Silkworks, and I was pleasantly surprised at how easy it was to make. 

I used a plastic ring from my stash and size 20 Lizbeth #115. I probably should have started with heavier thread as this button took me nearly three hours to make. It's not perfect, but I think it's pretty darned good for my first try!


My shuttle collection continues to grow. I got a little carried away ordering shuttles from Alexey Romanov. I don't feel a bit guilty. I love them all!


Today I received two beauties from Rita Richmond. Her artistry amazes me!


I only managed to tat one donut ornament today. I don't have too much left of size 40 Lizbeth #147 Red Burst. I'm hoping to finish this ball of thread this weekend. I wasn't too fond of this thread when I first saw it, but now I think it's wonderful!
 

6 comments:

  1. Oh wow, well done! I have a paperweight with Dorset buttons imbedded in it. My cousin used to live in Dorset, and the buttons really come from Dorset.

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    1. Ooh! That sounds so cool! I'd love to see a picture of your paperweight!

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  2. Button and the tatting motif are lovely.

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  3. I love the look of the Dorset button!! :)
    Awesome shuttles!!! :)
    Another great donut ornament!!! :)

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