I have always loved vintage keys. My sister and I were making necklaces out of antique skeleton keys more than 15 years ago. So when I saw this Tatted Cameo Pattern, despite being able to use any kind of dangled charm, I had to go with the key.
The pattern is pretty simple but a little fiddly with the long chains. It definitely needs a good steam iron or full blocking (like you do knitting). I also added a little starch. There seems to be some debate on the best method for this but I think this is more in regards to heirloom pieces and preservation. I’m not exactly worried about that, so just used some spray starch we had in the laundry room.
I can see making several versions of these with different little found objects/charms.
You know, one reason I love your blog is that you talk about the little things that give you problems or give a way to fix something and reference the original pattern in the same paragraph.
It really is so much fun to watch someone learn a new craft and excel at it. I love your tatting! (every time I say that word I want to get a new tattoo).
I found your blog via Ravelry. I love the tatting that you’re doing! Especially multimedia pieces like this; it’s so striking!
I need another hobby like I need a hole in the head, but oh man… love love love. I would never have thought to think of tatting as potential jewelery!