These date back to the Palmetto convention in early September, and I apologize to the givers for not showing them off earlier. This is a butterfly given to me by Sherry Townsend. The pattern is from Tatted Animals by Inga Madsen, but Sherry has worked some of her special magic, experimenting with some two thread techniques. The scan doesn't do justice to the beads, which are very delicate and sparkly.
The Palmetto guild treat their teachers like royalty. Lori Dunlap made bags for all the teachers with a heart motif, and heart edging all around. I was amazed with all the work she did. The bag is like a handkerchief bag, but larger. Pictured alongside are just a couple of the many other gifts.
Update: this pattern is Regal Heart from Tatting Hearts by Teri Dusenbury. I didn't recognize it at first, but I should have. Both of the pattern books mentioned here are excellent. How many times have you bought a book for just one pattern? I have worked quite a few patterns from both of these, making them well worth having.
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The butterfly is gorgeous. Love the handkerchief bag, too. One day I'll get around to making one for myself. I do believe the heart is a Teri Dusenbury design, Regal Heart. It's in her 'Tatting Hearts' book.
ReplyDeleteWow! Those are absolutely beautiful gifts, Martha! I wantt to come teach a class there! LOL! ;) You deserve 'em!
ReplyDeleteReally beautiful gifts Martha...you are a lucky lady!
ReplyDeleteThanks Steph,
ReplyDeleteI KNEW I recognized it, but just couldn't remember where at the time, and didn't want to delay posting this week.
Wow, the butterfly will make a very nice mounted picture! Such great gifts!
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