Starting a new challenge.

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Been a while since I did a challenge doily so I am starting one Susanne (Dantatter) has proposed.
Need some relaxation tatting for a change.
This is going to be fun!

This is the doily.

Off we go!


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  1. Lace-lovin' Librarian ~ DianeJune 30, 2015 at 8:22 PM

    Very pretty! I've had a terrible time with oval doilies. Still, I do enjoy I good challenge!

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    1. LiyarraJune 30, 2015 at 10:08 PM

      It is a bit similar to a doily I did called Siobhan by Judith Connors a few years ago but that was round. (on here somewhere - horrible shades of green!!). This one will just be a plain color I think...way too many joins!!

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  2. God's KidJune 30, 2015 at 11:52 PM

    Can't wait to see your doily!! That looks like a wonderful design!! :)

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  3. MichelleJuly 1, 2015 at 12:10 AM

    I love the shape and the gorgeous color!

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  4. LiyarraJuly 4, 2015 at 8:44 PM

    Susanne commented by I was online on my phone and hit the wrong button so it deleted.
    Yes Susanne I have started and should have something to show tonight.

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