Tatting Hearts


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Even beginners can make 12 different beautiful tatted hearts, utilizing "directional tatting" and the split ring technique. Separate photos of each heart as well as a mobile utilizing all the hearts. 111 illustrations.




Learn to Tat


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Learn the beautiful art of tatting with the step-by-step instructions and interactive DVD presented in this book from American School of Needlework. 48 pages




Tatting Butterflies


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Highly accessible guide for all levels of tatters shows how to create 12 lovely butterfly patterns, four necklaces or bracelets and more.




Tatting


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Lessons in Bobbin Lacemaking


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Superb step-by-step guide enables even beginners to create beautiful lace according to age-old technique. Edgings, doilies, squares, petals, picots, more. Projects graded, simple to advanced. 249 illustrations. Bibliography.




Tatting


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A guide to the basics of tatting discusses tools, materials, and skills, and supplies instructions for making a variety of designs of tatting




Mastering Tatting


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A form of handmade lace, tatting is a traditional skill with origins dating back centuries and spanning continents. Each stitch is composed of two half-hitch knots. The single thread is looped and knotted with the aid of a small shuttle -- a simple technique that produces amazingly intricate results. This book shows how a simple piece of tatting can be developed into something striking and complex. The reader is guided through the process with easy-to-follow diagrams and descriptions. The 15 stunning designs, including many variants to experiment with, allow the tatting disciple to explore the craft further. Ideas for how the basic patterns can be developed are included, as well as suggestions such as creating very different looks by varying the thread used. Whatever your level of experience, Mastering Tatting offers the chance to create something satisfying and unique to cherish or give as a gift.




The Complete Book of Tatting


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Reissue of this practical guide to the craft of weaving shuttle lace. Contains comprehensive step-by-step methods of tatting, with numerous exercises, sketches, diagrams and illustrations. Includes a bibliography and glossary of foreign words.




Tatting Patterns


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Over 110 patterns for projects from edging and trimming to handbags, baskets, pillowcases, aprons, and more. Includes complete directions, guide to materials, and 121 illustrations. "...lovely patterns which will surely interest the reader who is already a competent tatter." —Kliatt Paperback Book Guide.




Crochet Mandalas


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These 20 original patterns offer crocheters a variety of projects, each centered on a mandala motif. Combining beauty with practicality, the items include homewares such as a table cover, coasters, rug, and cushion, along with a vest, shrug, and other wearable art. All are worked in lovely colors inspired by nature, from the Flower in the Sun Pincushion and Summer Solstice Sunrise Blanket to the Leaves and Berries Bag and the Singing Daisies Garland. Each pattern is charted and accompanied by gorgeous color photographs of the finished product. Instructions include lists of supplies and abbreviations, plus explanations of special stitches and gauge. Skill levels range from simple to advanced, providing an exciting array of possibilities for novices as well as experienced crocheters.