Pineapples and Spirals Doily

[The Shrone]

I just finished this doily up last night and put it to block before going to bed. It's another "Doilies With a Twist" from the Patricia Kristoffersen collection. This one is called "Tala" and is going out to my Doily Swap partner.

This one proved to be a bit of a snit because I think two of the rounds were written incorrectly compared to the picture of the doily in the pattern booklet. I'm going to e-mail Patricia and see if that isn't the case.

With this doily I had the chance to use the new thread I found at my LYS that is to die for! It's made in Germany by Steinbach Wolle (http://www.yarns-and.com/fabrics/SteinbachWolle/STImaxi.htm) and is so soft it was a dream to crochet with! My LYS only has the variegated colors but hopefully she might get in the solids. I loved the way it worked up!

http://www.homeburrough.com/archives/taladoily-thumb.jpg (http://www.homeburrough.com/archives/taladoily.htm)http://www.homeburrough.com/archives/taledoilycenter-thumb.jpg (http://www.homeburrough.com/archives/taledoilycenter.htm)http://www.homeburrough.com/archives/spiralperfected-thumb.jpg (http://www.homeburrough.com/archives/spiralperfected.htm)

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P.S. I've got one pattern left from the "Doilies With a Twist" booklet left to make. The ones I've made can be seen here (http://www.homeburrough.com/crochet/thumbnails.php?album=21). It took me three doilies before perfecting the spiral as you can see.

[MiCountess]

You do amazing work!! Beautiful
Michelle

[kariholtz]

Lori, it's beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Jewels]

Lori I am in TOTAL awe of your 'doilyship' talents! Absolutely stunning beautiful work. That color and thread is to die for..well maybe, cry for....or just a few whines, LOL. Seriously though, it is gorgeous and a piece of art.

[deneen]

Stunning-

[diamond]

I love this doily! You do amazing work. I'm feeling really not-so-confident with myself with you as my Doily Swap partner!!

[Mel2nsluvsCrochet]

One word: BREATHTAKING!

[faithpa76]

Lori, that is just stunning. I'm speechless.

[Katchkan]

Lori Your doilies are just Beautiful. You do marvelous work. :hook
I also want to tell you how glad I am you are feeling better.
I have been waiting for you to get well as I have a question for you.
You mentioned you use the clover soft touch hooks in the thread sizes, I was wondering where you found them, as I have looked everywhere I can think of and am having no luck. Do they come in a full range of sizes? Don't mean to change the subject but I was really curious.

[Marine_Wife]

I am speechless! You have an amazing talent. I also checked out some of your other doilies. WOW!


Linda

[The Shrone]

Yes, Clover makes thread hooks (Soft Touch) from sizes 1.75mm to .6mm (US 8-12) and I've bought all of mine from Lone Star Yarns (http://www.lonestaryarns.com/clover.html#cloverpen). She ships fast and I've been very pleased and satisfied with her service. I have the entire set and just LOVE them! In fact, I more than love them---I worship them. They are a blessing to have and use!

~ Lori


Lori Your doilies are just Beautiful. You do marvelous work. :hook
I also want to tell you how glad I am you are feeling better.
I have been waiting for you to get well as I have a question for you.
You mentioned you use the clover soft touch hooks in the thread sizes, I was wondering where you found them, as I have looked everywhere I can think of and am having no luck. Do they come in a full range of sizes? Don't mean to change the subject but I was really curious.

[sewcrochet4fun]

ALL of the doilies are BEAUTIFUL!!!! Maybe, just maybe ,one day I will try the doily adventure again!!

[Brie]

Wow! That qualifies as one of the most beautiful doilies I've ever seen!

[dennymare]

Wow, amazing as always:cheer You do such beautiful work. I need to get that book, everytime you post a new Doily I tell myself I need to get it.

Mary

[Katchkan]

Thank you Lori, I really do appreciate that. I will order me one to try tomorrow.
Again you do marvelous work.

[RachelG]

Lovely doily! :clap

[jaclim]

Beautiful doilies, Lori!!!!!!

[Broncrochets]

Just lovely. The color is gorgeous!

Bron

[twoqtgirls]

Wow that is gorgeous!

[threeolivemartini]

your patience amazes me.. absolutley beautiful!

[Linda]

Soooooo BEAUTIFUL!!:yay

[Terri/LadySorce]

Excellent, Wonderful, Great

Beautiful doily

[TamKing]

Wow!!!! That is beyond beautiful!!! I love that thread and the doily is definitely a work of art!!
Tammy:hook

[yarnjunkie]

Gorgeous as usual, I love the color...I'm looking forward to the final installment of your doilies with a twist!!

[Chiscrochetcrazy]

Really beautiful :cheer

[Kimberly]

Your doily is lovely Lori! Absolutely stunning!!

[pbnj]

wow that looks so rich and beauitful especially in that color! excellent work!! :cheer

[crochetaddict033]

Oh my goodness that is awesome!!! Great colors too!!! Good to see you posting again, I hope that you are feeling good now. You take care, and keep making these awesome doilies!! I love them!

[quirkyvirgo]

That is absolutely beautiful! You must be the most patient person in the world! I can't imagine the patience that took!Tandi

[yarncat]

Awesome design and color!

[crochetlady]

Wow !!!your doilies are great!!You are a Doily Diva!!

hugs
Vims

[mjcrochets]

Very COOL looking doily. The pinks/reds are really great looking.

[AshEgypt]

Gorgeous! :eek Excellent job! :hook

:frog

[Janie]

Gorgeous doily! You go girl!! :hook

[Swayde]

Wow, that is a beautiful doily. The pattern is great, and the color is amazing! :cheer

[LolitaChase]

that is AMAZING. There aren't enough words to describe it. i love the color and the way it patterns out through the doily. :clap

[crafty_suzi]

That's so pretty! :)

[crochetrae]

Gosh, I can't believe you've done that whole book! Although I didn't think the spirals in your first doily looked bad, I can see the improvement in this last one. Just beautiful!

Susan Rae

[Brandywyne13]

This is absoluted the :think :think can't find a word(s) meaning bestest. Such time and effort went into them. You are truly gifted.:c9 Thank you for sharing.