Here is another example of how a pattern can be tatted continuously using branching encapsulation. This entire motif; bulrushes, grass stalks, grass picots, and the chain pond were all continuously tatted. I've left the ends to show you where I finished off using only two continuously wound shuttles. That means I only need to hide those two ends for this entire motif. By the way, if you've never heard of "Branching Encapsulation", I have written a book on it, and that can be found here.
7 comments:
I love Lindsay's book, and you have done her designs in such a new way, lovely coasters.
Margaret
It's very interesting to see how you've adapted existing patterns to your branching encapsulation. When school gets out, I intend to read your book again and give it very close attention. It's about time I learned some new skills!
I'm now curious where you're finding your paperweights!
I have used the encapsulation technique since I learned it to do patterns. very interesting to figure out how to do pattern in one pass....
Lynda K
Kathy, the paperweights were a gift to me a few years ago. I'm sorry I don't remember who. You should be able to find something similar by doing a search for photoweights.
That is very nice. I like the look of yours every bit as much as Lindsey's. But I definitely like less ends to hide.
Thanks for showing us how it is done.
Thanks for the response! I have many different kinds, and these look a little different from what I
have. I'm always searching for new ones! So glad you used these in such a neat way! They are a perfect fit for the size 80 thread.
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