Dear ladies,
Finally, I can present you my crochet tablecloth! As some of you know, I started crocheting it last summer. Along the way, I was posting updates on my work. There were times when I was about to give up, but so many of you encouraged me to continue. A heartfelt thank you to all of you!
As this was the first tablecloth I crocheted, I made several mistakes. The biggest one is that I didn’t take into account how much the tablecloth will stretch after I starch it. Notice how the row of “pineapples” begins below the edge of the table. It would’ve looked so much better if it began exactly at the edge. Also, the “pineapples” in the second row were supposed to be finished separately creating a scalloped edge, but I was thinking about adding a third row of “pineapples”, then I changed my mind and didn’t feel like redoing it.
Anyway, the tablecloth is not perfect, but I am so glad it’s finally finished.
Finally, I can present you my crochet tablecloth! As some of you know, I started crocheting it last summer. Along the way, I was posting updates on my work. There were times when I was about to give up, but so many of you encouraged me to continue. A heartfelt thank you to all of you!
As this was the first tablecloth I crocheted, I made several mistakes. The biggest one is that I didn’t take into account how much the tablecloth will stretch after I starch it. Notice how the row of “pineapples” begins below the edge of the table. It would’ve looked so much better if it began exactly at the edge. Also, the “pineapples” in the second row were supposed to be finished separately creating a scalloped edge, but I was thinking about adding a third row of “pineapples”, then I changed my mind and didn’t feel like redoing it.
Anyway, the tablecloth is not perfect, but I am so glad it’s finally finished.
I am joining all these wonderful Friday link parties:
Show and Tell Friday @ My Romantic Home,
Home Sweet Home Friday @The Charm of Home,
Friday Favorites @ Simply Sweet Home,
Hodgepodge Friday @ It’s a Hodgepodge Life,
Flaunt it Friday @ Chic On a Shoestring Decorating,
Feathered Nest Friday @ French Country Cottage.
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27 comments:
It is absolutely beautiful! I love it just the way it is. I like how the design begins a little further down and love how it drapes to the ground...so pretty!!!
Holy cow! So fabulous! This is just a modern miracle. I don't doubt at all that you wanted to give up. What a lot of work that you should be so proud of. So so pretty, Olga!
It is a very beautiful tablecloth, stretched or not. I love the pattern, and it looks perfect! You did a great job, good for you not to give up.
Hi Olga,
I was so excited to see your tablecloth thumbnail on my blog roll!!
You finished and it looks GORGEOUS no flaws I see! 6 months to create such a treasure is not bad at all, surely this will be cherished!!
Hugs,
Bella
Olga, your tablecloth is gorgeous! I think it's perfect!
Olga! That is gorgeous! I don't see any flaws, it is so lacy. I just love it. It looks perfect for a garden party. Just beautiful! Thanks for showing us and linking up!
Sherry
It * Is * Beautiful! You did a fantastic job!
It is lovely and you should be very proud of yourself! Lots of work in this one but well worth it, flaws and all. Gorgeous!
Dearest Olga,
Wow, with the green under-cloth this crocheted tablecloth looks so regal! You did a great job, considering it was your very first one.
Yes, sizing with crochet patterns is always tricky. As a rule of thumb I always use my favorite DMC thread and metal crochet hooks. If one crochets loosely, than a thinner hook is advised; if crocheting tight, you solve that with a thicker hook. But only after lots of experience you will be able to know for sure.
With a different diameter table your pineapple crochet work looks different once again!
Lots of love and admiration,
Mariette
Olga, for a first time tablecloth you did a lovely job. What an accomplishment and a nice length too.
Judith
Olga it looks absolutely amazing to me! Congrats on finishing this lovely piece-enjoy:@)
Olga, It is beautiful. What an amazing accomplishment. Congrats for finishing this beautiful piece. Thanks for sharing. Karie
Hello Olga, Your tablecloth is Absolutely Stunning :~) If You had not pointed out your mistakes I can promise No-one would know. It is Beautiful ~ Congrats
This just blows my mind - I can't imagine how soon I would take something like this on, but WOW. You must be really proud!!
Congratulations on finishing this tablecloth Olga. It's really a work of art! I was given one very similar. My husband's grandmother made it and I've used it on a series of grand occasions. We had it on our wedding cake table. It's really lovely but I know you'll be happy to move onto a new project!
Dear Olga,
How stunning. What a lovely table cloth. It is a treasure that I'm sure will last a lifetime.
If you have no one to WILL it to, let me know and I will send you my address! LOL!
~Shirley
Just Gorgeous! You do such beautiful work and always so modest, I don't see any flaws whatsoever. Hugs
Olga it is perfect and I love the way the pineapples drape over the edge it looks like part of the design! Just lovely and sure to be an heirloom tablecloth treasured for many years to come!
Tina xo
Hi there- your tablecloth is gorgeous! You did a beautiful job- the details are incredible! Thank you for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday! :)
Found you blog through Mariette- what a lot of work- but the result is really worth it !! You will be able to enjoy this lovely piece of crochet for a long time- and it can become a nice piece of family heirloom.All worth it in the end!! Have a great weekend!!
A crocheted tablecloth brings me many memories. My father crocheted me a tablecloth with pineapples too!! Don't worry at all about the things you would want to change. Just enjoy all the stitches of love that you put into it!! It is absolutely beautiful. You did a wonderful job!
That is incredible; you are so clever!!
oxoxo
very nice tablecloth and i love your doilies too..
what I love about crocheting is that if you do make a mistake it just makes the article you are making more personal. your work is lovely.. Great job...
hugs
Susan
What a lovely table cloth... you did a wonderful job. Can you do me a favor? Can you post here in your blog how you made this beautiful artwork! You triggered and inspired me that I need to learn this thing! chair covers
I had to comment on your table cloth..
it's just beautiful and I'm so glad
you did not give up. I crochet but the
fillet crochet is so hard for me to continue
on...
Wonderful Job!
Sandy
you are so talented!
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