Tatting

Tatting is basically a handmade lace, with each stitch composed of two half-hitch knots. The appeal of the craft is that it is simple and portable, you can take your tatting equipment anywhere. This book features instruction to make 65 patterns or motifs and 60 designs. It includes lots of useful tips throughout and a Tools and Techniques section.

Stunning pieces can still be created using very simple techniques. One-Shuttle Tatting shows us just what can be achieved by the inexperienced lace-maker using the minimum of tools, just one shuttle of thread, a crochet hook, and perhaps a few beads. Perfect for complete beginners to this intricate and traditional craft, as you work through this book of patterns it will soon become apparent that by using only one shuttle, a great variety of designs are possible. 14 basic patterns using only one shuttle and no chains patterns include: edgings, flower patterns, round motifs, jewelry, square designs and cobwebs perfect for complete beginners