Another Round

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I am beginning to wonder if making two dollies at the same time is a wise move! However, they are completely different and so far I am enjoying working both of them. Renulek's 2018 doily is so dainty and I am really pleased with the way it is progressing.  I have made one slight modification though.  My big sister Jane has taught me that when you have a ring off a chain it is best to put a small picot on the chain before working the ring and attaching the ring to it and likewise before the ring is closed adding a small picot so the other side of the chain can be attached to it.  The rings are then a little more firmer and don't move about so much.  










Looking forward to the next round and seeing the progress others are making working this doily.



Comments

  1. Batty TatterFebruary 20, 2018 at 2:20 PM

    That's a clever idea. Your doily is looking good too.

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  2. Madtatter80February 20, 2018 at 3:32 PM

    Love the rich red color its very nice and great tip from sister too 💖😄💖

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    1. Sally KersonFebruary 20, 2018 at 11:19 PM

      Thank you, I am thinking of may be adding another colour at some stage, but will see how it goes

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  3. Jane McLellanFebruary 21, 2018 at 12:57 AM

    Looking good! I think it's interesting how different your doilies are. Tatting is versatile!

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  4. MaureenFebruary 21, 2018 at 2:38 AM

    I learnt that from Jane too! I am going to be plodding along with my Big Black 2016 doily for the rest of my life, I think! But I am enjoying watch the progress of the new design.

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    1. Sally KersonFebruary 21, 2018 at 2:52 PM

      Oh Maureen I thought it was a family secret! But then I have just told everyone! I love to tatting worked in black it looks sophisticated

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  5. Madtatter80February 21, 2018 at 2:43 AM

    I know what you mean, it will be fun what ever you decide💖

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  6. Lace-lovin' Librarian ~ DianeFebruary 21, 2018 at 3:18 AM

    Beautiful color! I decided to go with multi-color this time, hoping that I have enough of each color!

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  7. CindyFebruary 23, 2018 at 9:03 AM

    Looks great - and I love the color. It really is fun seeing everyone's progress along with the different color schemes. I don't dare try two doilies at once - I'll be lucky to finish one!

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  8. God's KidFebruary 23, 2018 at 9:20 AM

    I love variegated colors, but your doily is so elegant in the solid!!! :)

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