Irish Crochet Butterfly for Class

[Katchkan]

 

I have been toying with the idea of offering a class here for some Irish Crochet. But have wasn't sure of the format I wanted to try. I finally decided that doing a small piece with some of the the techniques for a class would be the best way to go about it. Probably end up doing a series of classes covering different aspects of Irish Crochet. So I have been playing around with this piece trying to create something that is totally doable while still teaching some of the basic. I chose to concentrate on the rings and working over a padding cord for this one.

I probably won't have the class ready until September, But I wanted to get some feedback from everyone.

I did this one in size 10 thread with my 7/1.65 hook in a light pink. It is 6 inches wide by 4.5 inches tall. I intend to do on in size 100 thread for myself to use as a lapel pin. But that will be when I am done with getting the class written up.

So what do you think? Would this make a good class project?

[Heather414]

Very pretty! What level class would this be? The butterfly looks very intricate. I love your work!

[Krakovianka]

Cool! It looks like tatting!

[Monique39]

Oh my.. beautiful. so delicate!

[Granny Square]

Beautiful, very antique-y looking. I think it would be a great small project to practice on, pretty but not too intimidating!

[wiz3283]

Oh wow! If you do this class I will have to take it. Time to start saving my cash so I can. I LOVE you work Kathy. Of course my favorite pieces you have done are your beaded dragon purse and the unicorn and dragon wallhanings because I collect mythical things however, your doilies are just fantastic! I own several of your doily patterns and as soon as I get a job I am buying the beaded purse and the wall hangings.

[Katchkan]

Very pretty! What level class would this be? The butterfly looks very intricate. I love your work!

I would say if you are a moderate crocheter you should be able to handle the techniques.

[~Elise~]

I know I'd be interested!!!

[pineapplequeen]

Very pretty!!

[chrissyf]

lovely..I may jsut have to beg DH to let me take that one.

[DEMET]

It is very pretty. I love butterflies

 

Demet

[LaVonneK]

Wow!Beautiful I will take the class.

[RitaK]

I've been wanting to learn Irish crochet. I think the butterfly would make a great class. Can't wait until it's ready!

Rita K.

[Dextersmom]

I've always wanted to learn Irish Crochet. That's a beautiful butterfly and I would definitely want to sign up for your class depending on when it's offered.

[threadlover]

Those are beautiful.

 

Marcia

[bettynpurge]

Wow would really like to take the class if you do offer it

[onfire4Jesus]

I'm interested ... that is beautiful!

[dragonlady]

The butterfly is stunning. I would love to crochet one, unfortunately, as I only have access to internet at work, my boss would frown upon doing a class. You really do incredible work. Thank you for sharing.

[Pebbles]

This butterfly is stunning!!

[NUTFORYARN]

Soo pretty!

[nana_k]

Kathy, That is gorgeous! I know nothing a all about Irish crochet, but would definitely like to learn how to do this.

[namffoc]

I have never really known what Irish Crochet is but that piece is GORGEOUS, Kathy! I am in love with it!

[Finnbar]

I would be interested in this class. With a name like "Finnegan" it seems like it would be mandatory!

[Monique39]

very pretty and delicate!

[Startigerlily]

Lovely butterfly! What a wonderful idea...