Tatted Pumpkin Earrings

Since it is almost Halloween, I thought I should see what I could come up with for my tatting. I had some orange crochet thread that I bought really cheap. I never thought I would have a reason to use it, but this ended up being the perfect opportunity. I wanted to make a pumpkin pin, but, when I was done, it didn't seem like pin material, so they became earrings!

Step 1: What You Need

What you need to make these is pretty standard for tatting projects.

Orange Crochet Thread size 10
Green Crochet Thread size 10
Tatting Needle size 5
Cross stitch needle (I always use that to hide my ends because it is easier for me to use-it is different from a regular sewing needle in that it is not sharp and has a bigger eye)
Earrings (2)
Scissors

For optional step 7:
Iron
Spray Starch

Comments

[tattipatti]

Love them!!! I just started needle tatting and making earrings. You encouraged me to keep going!!! Your instructions are VERY clear. Thank you!

[Penolopy Bulnick]

Awesome! I just love it, but I haven't had any unique ideas in months so I haven't done any lately. I would love to see what you create :)

[tattipatti]

I have made about 3 or 4 earrings...I need to get the tension more even....I will put them on earring wires and post in a few days. I have my grandmother's abalone shuttle and just have so much trouble using a shuttle, so now use a needle, and it's easy for me......I don't know how to just post a picture and not instructions as I just signed up a few minutes ago. The earrings that I have done so far are from someone's pattern so will have to check to see if I can share. Sometimes they say it's ok as long as we mention who made it and post a link to their site.

[Penolopy Bulnick]

Yeah, it is usually okay as long as you link/mention where you got the design from, but it really depends on the person who designed it. One option is to post it as a forum topic instead. Scoochmaroo posted a Catan Board that she didn't design, but did make.

[tattipatti]

Ah ha, thanks for the idea! I put 3 earrings on my ...site...whatever it is called...profile? They aren't very clear and no posts/sideways...but thought I'd send what I have at the moment. I need to get busy and do more but only have 1 day off...excuses excuses....I try to get something done in the evening, a craft a day keeps the .......keeps me from eating too much chocolate!

[Penolopy Bulnick]

Where did you put the pictures? I would love to see them :)

[cheeriokate]

Neat! I've never heard of "tatting" before!

[Penolopy Bulnick]

Oh, it is a lot of fun and I heard about it right here on Instructables from TotusMel. She has great tutorials if you want to check it out and give it a try.
http://www.instructables.com/member/TotusMel/

[cheeriokate]

Thanks! I'll check it out now :)

[Little Mom on the Prairie]

Adorable!

[Penolopy Bulnick]

Thanks :)

[Celine1107]

Wow that is really good! I love it!

[Penolopy Bulnick]

Thank you! It was fun to make!

[Elamef]

The pumpkin earrings a wonderful. Might you have instructions for Christmas earrings. They would be wonderful to make and send to friends in Australia.

[Penolopy Bulnick]

I have been dabbling with ideas. I was concentrating on Halloween, but I'll go back to working on Christmas tatting projects and will get them up as soon as I think of them :)

[bhopkins4]

These are so cute! where did you get your orange thread? I cant find any anywhere. Thanks

[Penolopy Bulnick]

I wish I could help, but I bought it in Minnesota at this little discount like store that went out of buisness. I usually find a lot of threads at garage sales and second hand or craft reuse stores. That is where you find the interesting stuff.

[myhairsfuncolors]

these are really cute! i love them!

[Penolopy Bulnick]

Thank you! I'm glad you like them!

[sabu.dawdy]

its a beauty :)

[Penolopy Bulnick]

Thank you :)