This design was developed from the branched candlestick photo on page 79 of the book "Tatting Techniques" by Elgiva Nicholls. Although there wasn't much description about it, I could see that the technique was branching encapsulation, so I went on from there.
It's a tricky project to explain, so I made a video. It's on YouTube at https://youtu.be/8mR94S5-GFk?si=0QxP-UdlDLNF1BSb
The PDF pattern is a free instant download from https://www.keepandshare.com/doc/8291924/menorah-pdf-785k?da=y
Please let me know if either of the links won't work!
I made this pattern as sort of a challenge to see if I could do it.☺ Another tatter was looking for a menorah pattern, so I helped search... and found nothing. Only a few rumors that somebody had tatted a menorah, but no pictures could be found online. Well, now there are pictures and video and a pattern.☺ It's a challenging project, though! Recommended for experienced tatters.
Wow, such a clever working of the original!!! Very impressive. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteYou certainly can do it, hats off to you.
ReplyDeleteLovely pattern. I know this will be one I tat often!
ReplyDeleteI think this is above my skillset right now, but maybe by the time the holidays come around I'll be ready!
ReplyDeleteThank you for filling this gap in the holiday patterns. One of the lacemakers in our group often feels left out in the season of ornaments.
Absolutely perfect pattern!
ReplyDeleteYou did awesome on this challenge!!! :)
ReplyDeleteBy the way: we got this pattern to the original requestor, who wants to give it a try!
ReplyDeleteThat was quite a challenge and I have downloaded the pattern, I have put it on my list to do pile, I like a challenge every so often. thank you
ReplyDeleteI have sent you a meessage on FB messenger. Hopefully you will be able to see it and I appreciate any help you can provide. 💜
ReplyDelete@muskaan, I don't see a message from you at FB. Please email me at yarnplayer (at) yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteIt looks very impressive Marilee! Happy Easter!
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