I really enjoy making Kortelahti patterns. I think they are fun, and sometimes a challenge. She doesn't limit herself to traditional rules. She shapes the lace to suit herself, even if it means a bit of the lace is worked upwards instead of downwards.
Since most patterns show just a picture and a pricking, I suggest enlarging the picture (if needed) so you can clearly see the pathways of the threads. This will have to be your diagram if you have any questions on what to do on the pricking. Also be aware that there can be errors in the prickings, as can happen in any lace book. I have found a few. I'm willing to answer any questions that I can, so ask all you want. Alice in Oregon ----- Original Message ----- This is my first Kortelahti piece and I'm really looking forward to it. Maybe I'll do some of the ornaments, too. I'd really like to do one of her biblical figurative pieces one day, once I'm sure of her techniques. So get ready, Alice and anyone else who has done lots of Kortelahti patterns. I'm a question-asker! - To unsubscribe send email to [email protected] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [email protected]. For help, write to [email protected]
