I’m often asked, “How do I block?”
That’s usually just
after the student notices the lace isn’t looking particularly tidy and
symmetrical. I will generally hasten to say something along the lines of
blocking is not mandatory, but it helps a great deal. Yes, I even block my 3-dimensionalpieces.
Just polar grid templates that help me square up my lace. Since they’re plastic, I can lay damp tatting on them without fear of the printer ink coming off on my thread. They won’t stand heat, so no ironing is allowed. I figure they’re large enough to handle most snowflakes and the ever critical first few rounds of larger doilies. I’ll be using them frequently.
Looks like I need to reblock some of my samples.
Very handy! Useful for designing too. Just tat one section and test before going all the way round and finding it cups or ruffles.
ReplyDeleteWonderful!!! A must-have in one's tatting tool box.
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