But this is the start (part 1) of the Piper doily. I wanted to try to crochet one, even with my vision issues. When the crochet-along was announced, I decided to participate, although I knew that I wouldn’t be able to keep up with the fast-paced schedule. I’m just working at my own pace with… Continue reading It may not look like much yet
Tag: doilies
Seraphina round 27
One recent round was pretty intense, but I managed to make it through that and on through a couple of easier rounds. I can almost see the end of this design/project now. There is so much layering that I couldn’t see in the flat model photo. I am excited about washing it (it really needs… Continue reading Seraphina round 27
Seraphina, round 17
The Seraphina doily has changed its look again, with the larger open areas and some more bobbles. This really has been a lot of fun to watch develop. I had forgotten how much I enjoyed crocheting doilies. I have seen some very striking finished photos of others’ Seraphina doilies made with multiple, instead of single,… Continue reading Seraphina, round 17
Sweet Dreams doily
Ta-da! I finished my the crocheted doily (that I started in 2012) on Monday, then washed and laid it flat to dry. I can’t decide whether I want to tea dye it, so for now it is white. There is a slight shadow where I took the photo, so some of it looks a little… Continue reading Sweet Dreams doily
Crochet hooks
Over the years, I’ve learned that I prefer crochet hooks that are inline rather than tapered. There is a good comparison of the two styles at Jo Creates. I like the Susan Bates Silvalume line for regular size crochet hooks. Unfortunately, the Susan Bates brand does not carry inline steel crochet hooks (the smaller sizes… Continue reading Crochet hooks