Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Life is Hard - Tatting is Good


Staph is one of the most aggravating and scariest problems I've ever had. I've been fighting this infection since before Christmas. I am currently doing IV antibiotics, this is week three 0f this round. They had to change the antibiotics I was on because it was breaking done my muscle tissue. The new one makes me extremely ill but it seems to be working. Oh well, enough whining...

I've managed to get the nurses to avoid putting the IV in my hands so that it doesn't interfere with my tatting. I now have my work in the Mississippi Museum of Art Gift Shop, and two jewelry stores here in Jackson. I've tatted up a storm but have hardly anything here at home to show for it. My wife keeps reminding me that its a good thing, all my tatting is out there luring in customers. My work gets tons of oohs and ahhhs but few sales so far, its hard to be patient.

My newest design in silver wire is based on Yarnplayer's "Joyful Bell" pattern incorporating 2 different size pearls into the pattern, giving it a lot of movement (the center pearl hangs in the center opening) and bling. Big thanks to all the designers who graciously share their patterns. Thanks Marilee (yarnplayer).

Friday, April 9, 2010

Finally A Winner!!!

Sorry for taking so long to announce the winner of my give a way. My internet went done Friday before Easter and after many, many hours on hold and arguing with customer service and tech support, I'm up and running again. Its amazing how out of touch it feels to not have internet.

Well, back to the give a way... according to the magical random number generator the winner is DaleMarie. Your earrings will be heading your way. I hope you enjoy them.