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Tuesday, October 30, 2012

{My Lace Crocheted Handkerchief #6}

Showing you here my Lace Crocheted Handkerchief #6, this one also was a Bridal Hankie given to Erika in 2000 for her wedding day. Hers I crocheted in Indonesia, on the patio of our bungalow. Below this post you find links from e.g. Crochet Edging on Antique French Knotted Filet Lace where you actually can see the fine DMC Cordonnet Spécial in a size 80. That's right, I use this very fine thread with a steel crochet hook size 0.75 mm.
This very fine hand crocheted lace is done in about 12 hours.
Labour of LOVE.
Using our gardenia and roses for making it look even more perfect...
Such a bridal hankie I loved to recreate for myself as well.
It is a beautiful Swiss cotton batiste embroidered handkerchief with hemstitched edging. That is the hardest part to count those openings and getting your stitches right for the pattern.
Lace pattern is from a German Neue Mode.
Would you have loved to have such a hand made crocheted lace bridal hankie?


Related links: All are previous posts by me.
{Crochet Edging on Antique French Knotted Filet Lace}
{My Lace Crocheted Handkerchief #5}   
{My Lace Crocheted Handkerchief #4}
{My Lace Crocheted Handkerchief #3}
{My Lace Crocheted Handkerchief #2}
{My Lace Crocheted Handkerchief #1}

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20 comments:

  1. TexWisGirlOctober 29, 2012 at 8:01 PM

    again, really beautiful, detailed work. :)

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  2. Hold my hand: a social worker's blogOctober 29, 2012 at 8:41 PM

    Dearest Mariette,
    That's such a beautiful and delicate piece. I don't think I could get something so nicely done in 12 hours, that implies outstanding talent, and patience.

    Lovely post!

    Doris

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  3. Draffin BearsOctober 29, 2012 at 8:42 PM

    Dear Mariette,

    Exquisite! ... your lace handkerchief is so beautiful and yes, a real labour of love.
    So glad to hear that the weather has settled there where you are, a real worry for so many. Many thanks for visiting me and thanks for sharing the book - will look into that. We also have Michel Thomas, French lessons on tape.

    Have a happy week
    hugs
    Carolyn

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 29, 2012 at 11:41 PM

      Dearest Carolyn,
      Thanks for the compliment!
      No it is not a book that I shared with you but a website, like an on-line woman's magazine.
      Hugs to you,
      Mariette

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  4. CatherineOctober 29, 2012 at 10:38 PM

    So delicate! You sure wouldn't want to use it! Too pretty!
    xo Catherine

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 29, 2012 at 11:09 PM

      Dearest Catherine,
      No problem for using these; I've laundered them several times already. The DMC quality thread will last a long time.
      Hugs to you,
      Mariette

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  5. UnknownOctober 30, 2012 at 12:50 AM

    ah...I never know you have a blog:P...sorry, I am pretty caught up with the things called "life":P.and NICE crochet!!I am always a crochet and lace lover but really pretty one are too expensive! I wish I have the ability to make one:P

    have a nice day:).

    xoxo

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  6. EnmaOctober 30, 2012 at 2:37 AM

    Precioso Mariette, precioso

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  7. ClaudiaOctober 30, 2012 at 2:53 AM

    Deareat Mariette,
    what a lovely crotchet Lace!
    Glad to read,. that you are not involved in Sandy!!!
    Take care and have a good time!
    love and hugs,
    Claudia

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  8. oldthingsOctober 30, 2012 at 4:23 AM

    I hope that you are well and Sandy don't affected you . Your lace is wonderful !
    I love all of them! I admire your talent !
    Have a nice day !
    Olympia

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  9. Elisabeth PalzkillOctober 30, 2012 at 6:20 AM

    Liebe Mariette,

    schlicht und fein.

    Alles Liebe

    Elisabeth

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  10. Elizabeth and Gary October 30, 2012 at 10:32 AM

    Hi Mariette,
    So very beautiful....all the time and love you put into this amazing and thoughtful bridal gift for your dear Erika. Such a treasure and keepsake. Your handwork I admire so much...
    Have a sweet day, Elizabeth

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  11. High Heeled LifeOctober 30, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    My friend ... this is truly a treasure. Watching my grandmother and mother over the years - I know this takes much patience, long hours ~ but the final product is one that will be treasured for generations to come. Blessings to you both and I hope the storm in no where near you and any of your loved ones. Hugs C. (HHL)

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  12. WillyOctober 30, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    Wat heb je veel prachtige zakdoeken gemaakt. Allemaal zo fijntjes. Ook weer hele mooie foto's. Fijne dag, lieve groet

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  13. loryOctober 30, 2012 at 12:09 PM

    this is a precious gift!!!!!! congratulations Lory

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  14. Hayu MaselliOctober 30, 2012 at 12:10 PM

    Dearest Mariette,

    truly fine handmade,I can see..the details done masterpiece.
    I love lace cotton or linen, they are so pretty
    hoping that you and Pieter no storm harm your area.

    love to you

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  15. ElnaOctober 30, 2012 at 1:06 PM

    What a beautiful lace and a fine job and roses are always beautiful.

    Hugs

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  16. Julie G.October 30, 2012 at 2:47 PM

    Oh my goodness, such a beautiful handkerchief, so finely made. So very delicate and detailed. Exquisite!

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  17. Les CotrionsOctober 30, 2012 at 4:44 PM

    Ciao Mariette,
    it's so nice to hear from you! We had summer till last week, but now Autumn came and it's quite cold! Hope you're getting well!
    Your lace is faboulous!
    A warm hug
    Vale

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  18. marinaOctober 30, 2012 at 5:57 PM

    Mariette, sei favolosa! un lavoro di una finezza e una precisione rare. Che dire? meraviglioso in assoluto. Adoro questi lavori.
    Un bacio e buona settimana mia cara.

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Mariette...