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Monday, May 18, 2015

Feeling Dainty








There should always be something pretty to start off with on Monday, don't you think? I was so pleased with the way this doily came out after freshening it up that I wanted to show it to you.




It's large. More of a runner, and done with a soft cotton, almost yarn-like, thread. The pattern is made with two knitting needles rather than crocheted with one hook which is more typical. The beautiful pattern emerged after a gentle washing and drying flat.









A dainty teacup named Clare is helping to show it off too!








I am working in the workshop/nursery this morning and so it's never lonely. . .




Clare is a recent find, and can't wait to meet the girls for a summer tea party!




The cup and saucer have a sweet flared shape just like a little ladies' skirt.




And a lovely limoges cookie tray makes it also a perfect tea for one!




I hope the week has had a beautiful start for you!
So nice that you stopped by!

Jacqueline









23 comments:

  1. What a lovely way to start the week! Beautiful in every way.

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  2. I love Limoges. I used to collect a few pieces here and there but I moved and lost some boxes and my collection is gone. Clare is very pretty.

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  3. The Limoges china is timeless and always looks so beautiful with your lace cloths

    Helen xx

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  4. Clare - a lovely pattern and beautiful name. Your girls are going to have tea in great style.

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  5. Thank you for a great start for the week by sharing your pretties with us Jacqueline!

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  6. Oh my!! I can't imagine making that runner. I looked at it for a long time -- couldn't figure out some of the stitches. A treasure, for sure!! Sally

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  7. The runner is quite lovely and unusual...the pattern is so pretty!

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  8. Definitely a pretty way to start the day! The lace piece is so pretty. Love the pretty china tea set. I recently visited my mom and set a table for Mother's Day. I borrowed things from around the house for the tablescape. Later I put things away and rolled up the tablecloth. After it was laundered at home I discovered one of the lace doilies had gotten wrapped in the tablecloth. It's a small round one and seems to be made very much like your piece.

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  9. I do love cups and saucers. One can never have too many. Your doily is amazing too!

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  10. Beautiful!
    I have never seen a doily knitted, what a special find! Pretty new cup too, nice with that bright cranberry bedding! and the Limoges... wonderful!!
    Happy New Week!
    Hugs

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  11. I also have never seen a knitted doily or runner like that. The pattern is so unusual and interesting, beautiful!!

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  12. https://doilyhead.wordpress.com/tag/herbert-niebling/
    There are lovely knitted doilies and such at this site.

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  13. You do dainty very well! All lovely!

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  14. Hi Jacqueline, dainty and sweet with a lovely flower pattern. Love this tea cup. So pretty with the sweet tray.
    The crocheted runner just warms my heart. I have and live with all the treasures my grandmother crocheted. They make everyday special.
    Hugs, CM

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  15. So pretty. Your dainty Clare cup is too sweet. Love the doilies. Have a great week.
    Kris

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  16. Clare is a beauty. Enjoy

    Cindy

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  17. Dainty teacups and lacey table coverings do make for a special tea time.

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  18. The doilies are wonderful,you can never ever have enough of those.I like your teacup but I so love your cookie tray.It´s gorgeous with all them tiny roses on it.
    Have a great week.
    Caroline

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  19. Dainty describes that sweet teacup perfectly! Love its colors. I'm in awe of the time and talent it took to create that beautiful knitted doily/runner. It is truly a work of art. Really enjoyed this post, Jacqueline! Blessings for a lovely week. Bess

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  20. What a lovely doily! One can never have too many. Pretty teacup too and I love your Limoges tray! A very pretty start to the week. Enjoy yours.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  21. beautiful teacup and doily. I am hoping to have the nieces for the Mad Tea party this summer. I can't wait to see your grandchildren at tea! Thanks for joining Home Sweet Home!

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