Yes, I know this isn’t knitting, but…………. it did start with my knitted purses. I fell in love with the beads. Who knew????
Because these beaded purses were made for gifts, I wanted to create a pair of earrings to make the picture complete- that’s when I discovered needle tatting. I am sure that some of you who visit my site have also done some of the other crafts too, so as you know one thing leads to another.
The photo above is my latest design, and it will be going to my grand-daughter for her birthday. I call it “Midnight Sky.”
I have written up the pdf pattern for any of you who are interested. feel free to upload it to your PC.
Midnight Sky Tatted Necklace and Earring set
As for knitting, I am at present working on tabi boot socks for my brother. I have both socks on two needles.
I will be ribbing up the center through the ankle for a better fit, as he has a wide foot with a narrow heel and ankle.
Once I have the heel and ankle sections complete I will be working an Intarsia pattern in the round, using the back center motif as the turn. He requested a rattle snakeskin design, so I have it charted and ready to go. I will update you on the pattern when they are completed. As for now they are a work in progress. The chart for the leg section only I have inserted below. This chart makes the top colorful side of the skin to ride on the side of the leg, and the inside has the belly colors. It should be interesting.
He is a hiker, so he plans on showing off for the snakes. 🙂
Sounds “nuts” to me!
Just had to share- KT
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