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 Ended up with unexpected Cataract surgery (one eye in 

April and the other in May).  Well middle distance is great  (no glasses needed).  Working on distance which is ok.  The sad is I need readers for close work which includes sewing, reading, computer and tatting.  Depending on how much close work I do, these readers are off/on frequently.  So, I have made one lanyard and working on a second.  Pattern is by Patti Duff "Beaded Lanyard".  Sure helps to have them around my neck instead of wherever I left them!  Lizbeth size 20 with 6/0 seed beads.

If you're thinking of going to this years Palmetto Tat Days and have not registered, late registration is now open through July 30.  More information is found here:  https://www.palmettotatters.org/

2026 Palmetto Tat Days

Just saw that registration is now open for 2026 Palmetto Tat Days.  This is a fun weekend (Thursday arrival through Sunday departure).   This year's theme is Loony About Tatting.  Date is September 24 through 27, 2026 at the Ridgecrest Conference Center in Ridgecrest, North Carolina (about 30 minutes east of Ashville).  

It is always a delight to go and see old friends as well as meeting new ones.  It's a chance to learn something new or refresh what you already now.  Classes vary from beginners to advanced.  

Mystery Doily

 

I had made this years ago but only 2-3 rows.  I started a new one last year before life got crazy again.  I am picking it up again since I have finished a couple other projects that needed to be done.

This is Patty Dowden’s version.  I am working on row 4 of 6.  It is coming together nice.  Using Cebelia size 20 in light green for rings and light blue for chains.  

Pattern may be found at https://www.theonlinetattingclass.com.  Look for Patterns, Doilies, then Mystery Doily.

Holiday Craft Fair

 

Our local Senior Center had a craft fair this past weekend.  I signed up for a table earlier this year and got busy tatting.  Some things I had been collecting ( as I finished things, I would put them in a shoe box) and some new items were added.  I did okay and it was a nice experience.  Heard a lot of “my Grandmother did that” along with so intricate and you must have good eye sight.  The best part:  I was interviewed for our local newspaper.  She had never heard of Tatting and was intrigued.  May do it again next year!

Beaded Tea Candle Holder

Another WIP complete.  Pattern is from Sabina Carden-Madden.  Easy ring/chain with a split ring every once in a while.  Will be added to other projects for a craft fair at our senior center in November.  Thread is Lizbeth size 20.