Tussie-Mussie Pin by Elizabeth Ann White

Tussie-Mussie Pin

Crochet
June 1993
Thread ?
Shell = 1/2 inch; 4 Rows = 1"
1.0 mm
25 - 30 yards (23 - 27 m)
Finished Size: Approximately 4"
English

During Victorian times, tussie-mussies were used to exchange greetings. In the language of flowers, different flowers had different meanings and by combining several different blooms, these pretty miniature bouquets could speak volumes.

Materials: Small amount size 20 crochet cotton thread, satin ribbon, artificial flower, pin back, craft glue.

Gauge: Shell = 1/2 inch; 4 Rows = 1” inch

Stitches Used: chain, slip stitch, single crochet, double crochet

Uses small amount of crochet cotton thread from your stash to create a lacy background for the pin. Add your own findings like the artificial flower and satin ribbon.