Monday, April 4, 2022

Josephine rings and barely started time vortex

 

Josephine ring in progress, made of the same repeated half stitch.


A series of Josephine rings.

From my own "Petal Portal" pattern.
The Petal Portal pattern uses several unusual tatting techniques. It's tricky, but I really enjoy seeing the results, especially with using a multicolored or variegated thread for the little Josephine ring "petals" that seem to spill out of the pendant. I'm currently in "blue and yellow" mood but there are endless color possibilities!

The earrings from the "Petal Portal" pattern add the Daisy Picot technique.

I have started another pair since I really like them!

This is as far as I've got with my version of a "Time Vortex Manipulator". ☺
I like how the tatting fits around the lightbulb and the 2 layers. There will need to be a 3rd layer, which will form the actual bracelet. I'm still thinking about the design possibilities for that. The dark tatting in the photo should be able to turn freely, not joined to either the top or bottom. So, one can pretend to change time either backward or forward by turning the middle motif. 

The lightbulb will be activated by completing the circuit (of special conductive thread which will be sewn through the lace) with a snap closure and battery. So you can pretend to jump instantly to another period in time. Of course, that's the plan! The "change time" notion is only make-believe, but the lighting up part is intended to be real! 



8 comments:

Jane McLellan said...

Oh goodness, that’s a very ambitious project, I look forward to seeing how you go.

God's Kid said...

Fabulous Petal Portal set!!! :)
Looks like a great start to your time piece!! :)

Lace-lovin' Librarian ~ Diane said...

I'm impressed with the way you bring your ideas to life!

muskaan said...

Wow to both 💙💜💙

Shanda said...

I love your patterns and can’t wait to see if you are doing a Tardis !

Jill McTats said...

Very creative. Tatting and moving pieces oh my !!!

Margarets designer cards said...

I love your patterns and the pendant is gorgeous

knitnride said...

You are so talented and creative. Really like the pendant and earrings.