First I would like to share some ATCs with you. The top 4 are made from a length of textured ribbon - hand dyed I think by Jane in the UK. Along with my ATC, Jane sent me some wonderful "scrappy bits" and here is what I did with some of them. The tatting is my work, but the 'garden gate' is a piece of machine made lace, the 'flower' hearts are sequins and such. The bottom 2 are left over from my first effort so I thought I would include them again. Hope you like them, and if you would like to trade, you know the drill - just leave a comment :) I have lots of ideas, but as you can see, I am easily distracted :D
I was not as impressed as I thought I would be by my first efforts at needle lace- see http://lauraslace.blogspot.com/2009/01/1st-lace-day-of-year.html However, I am determined not to be beaten by what could eventually be a beautiful form of lace so here is the beginnings of my needle lace scarecrow. I am still working on laying the cordonette? I will keep you posted :)
Here is the completed miniture hankerchief, made especially for my friend Frank. Frank is an antique bear who has the most exciting adventures. He was surprised at receiving such a special gift, but very quickly put it in his vest pocket in case I changed my mind. He was looking forward to school on Monday so he could show his friends his new hankie! I hope they liked it!These books are my bedtime (and daytime) reading at present. The goal I have set myself is to
6 comments:
It looks like you have been busy! Those look like some great books! :)
you will enjoy the Geraldine Stott book, I have worked quite a few from this one and find her instructions and diagrams very clear. i am still working on an ATc for you, honest! and hopefully now we are getting back to normal I will get it finished :-)
I like the hankerchief you made.
About your present, just click at the picture and save,so you can post it later.
Hugs,
Adriana
Thank you for your lovely comments about my work :) The books are on loan - one from a member and one from our library, but I am learning lots and getting ready to try. My next lot of ATCs should be of interest to you Sue...if there is one you particularly like, just let me know and I will hold on to it/ send it and await in anticipation :)) Renovating with an injury - you are 1 brave lady!! Thanks Adriana - I will try that shortly...I am still so excited I just have not stopped smiling :))
Hi Laura, if you want to trade or exchange more than 1 ATC, I would like no. 6 if it is still available.
Thanks Ellen,
Your card is ready to send when I have an address. All that is now left of these cards is the photos. The good news is that I will make some more real soon :)
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