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Friday, July 23, 2021

Starting the day off right


Starting the day with tatting always seems to set things right! This ball of size 40 Lizbeth #147 Red Burst seems to go on forever! I may not achieve my goal of finishing up the ball this weekend.

We all headed over to daughter Carol's house for a delicious lunch of macaroni and cheese, hot dogs, and salad. Joanne and the kids spent the afternoon with Carol, and Mom and I headed home after lunch.


While Mom was napping, I made another Dorset button. This time I used size 10 Lizbeth and it went much faster. I think the stitches look more even, but I need to work on keeping my center in the center!


After dinner, I decided to try 12 wt Sulky Blendables with a smaller 1/2" ring. I love the sheen of the Sulky thread, and I think I did a much better job with the center this time.


Special buttons call for special storage, and I just happened to have this cute little button tin on hand!

11 comments:

  1. Another great donut ornament!!! :)
    And I love your Dorset buttons!!! :)

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    1. Thanks, Sue! I can see them as part of one of your sun catchers!

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    2. Neat idea! Maybe someday, but I have enough to play with for now. ;)

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  2. I just ordered 6 bags of rings. As always, spinning wheel mat, tatting bags, ice drops you certainly inspire! Hope I can make those Dorset buttons. They’re so cute and never heard of them till now.

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    1. The Dorset buttons are really very easy. I can't believe I waited so long to try making one. Have fun!

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  3. I think your buttons are amazingly smooth, I see how your centre is better situated on the third one. I’ll put a photo of the paperweight on my blog, just as soon as the light improves.

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  4. Love your Dorset buttons. DBs are a favourite of mine: I have one attached to my scissors.

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    1. Thanks, Judith! I'm having great fun with them. I wish I'd given them a try years ago when I first became interested!

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