My first tatting in a finer thread, or more specifically actual tatting thread.
These earrings are done in Lizbeth Size 20 cordonnet thread in the colorway Red Burst. Cordonnet thread in size 20 seems to be the most recommended type for tatting. It’s a tight even ply of 6 threads and really makes the stitches pop. I used the #7 fine needle with this. I found threading this needle was more difficult, but working the stitches was about the same. It was nice to be able to see them so clearly too.
I do kind of wish that the color transitions were a little more subtle. I might try getting some of the nice hand-dyed thread I’ve seen on Etsy. It’s still a neat effect and I managed to get the color shifts to match pretty closely.
The Quadrille pattern is available here by the talented Yarnplayer.
Wow, your jewelry is just beautiful. Keep up the great work, I look forward to seeing what else you’ll make.
I enjoy reading your blog & seeing your jewelry you do beautiful work knitting & tatting.
Wow, they are so, so gorgeous!!
Jen, these are fantastic! Are you planning on selling any?
Wow you are tatting up a storm. Love the jewelry!
OMG. Stop! You are giving me more things to shop for on Etsy!!! =)