Many years ago (about 1991) when my eyes were much better than they are now, I made a tablecloth. For some reason, I thought it would be a good idea to use size 20 thread and a size 10 hook. I spent a week charting out the design with a pencil on 4 sheets of graph paper that I had taped together. Then I spent the next 4 months crocheting it, working on it about 8 hours every day. At this time, I had 5 children and was expecting my 6th (and last, Bethany) so how I had the patience to do it I do not know.
I called it "Cherokee Rose" after the roses that grew wild in the woods near my home. I sold the design to Annie's Attic and it was published in a book called "Keepsake Tablecloths." If I told you how much I was paid for the design, you would think I was crazy (it worked out to pennies per hour.) But I was very proud of it. I only used the tablecloth one time, when my daughter Robyn got married. Then I wrapped it up and packed it away.
Years later, when I was in the process of moving, someone stole the tablecloth along with some other items it was packed with. Why anyone would want to steal a tablecloth, I do not understand, but then again, I don't understand why anyone would steal anything.
But that is the story of my tablecloth. The end.

7 comments:
What a most beautiful cloth. You talent is just amazing. But to think that someone would take this. I could only hope that one day it will be returned. But it certanly lives on in its publication. I would love to try this, I'll have to look for this book. Blessings.
Your tablecloth is beautiful, sorry someone stole it. Thanks for sharing your story!
Wow! What a sad story... Whats wrong with people? It is amazing tablecloth! All your work is amazing!
What a stunning tablecloth it would be a heirloom and to have it stolen. Now that is a low thing to do!
A Beautiful cloth, and talented lady.
I am sorry it was stolen. 8 hours a day is amazing..
A beautiful table but a sad story. Funnily enough, I started making a tablecloth around about the same time. I hope to post a blog (with photo) sometime next week.
I made this lovely tablecloth! An absolutely gorgeous pattern! I feel privileged to hear you are the designer! and, am sorry you no longer have yours! It is a beauty!
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