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Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Valentine Tea Placemat and Coaster Set














Filet set designed by Deborah Burger


I was pleased to help her do a test of the design.  After I tried to design (from an existing potholder) a potholder I have every bit of respect there is for a person who can design something so stunning.  It isn't easy!

 


Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Tunisian Squares

The first square is the first one I have received. There are four that I have I sent to others, and I made up the kitty in the simple stitch, which is the one I'm keeping. They don't look square in the photographs, but they did block out square . The first turquoise one is in Tunisian Simple Stitch and then Tunisian Knit Stitch done in a checkered pattern. The blue one below that is called the Tunisian Cross Stitch, and the block is done in just the simple stitch switching colors. The last one is what I call the Harlequin Square and it is also done in the simple stitch, made with Vanna's Choice. The others are made with Moda Dea's washable wool, which I am finding I love.

One thing about the wool - when you put it in Soak® it softens and stretches WAY out! I think I'll make a capelet or sweater or something that I'd like to stretch (and be soft!).

Sunday, March 8, 2009

12" Colonial Blue Square

Just another 12" Square. This one came from Jean Leinhauser's book "101 Crochet Squares."  Square #29 - with more added.  I  should have added a border - at least one sc round.