I live in the exciting, culturally diverse area of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with my husband and 3 sons. Over the years I've experimented with many fiber arts, but tatting remains my favorite. I discovered tatting as a girl when I found a small needlework how-to book stashed among my mother’s art books. Between those sketchy instructions, library books, and trial and error, I soon taught myself and fell in love with the art.
I especially enjoy designing tatted jewelry combining colors, beads, thread, and pattern. I also dye some of my own thread to achieve unique colors.
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I watched your video and think I understand the basics of how a piece grows in shape and design. But, how do you add your beads? Do you have to work with shorter threads, no shuttle?
This video shows the basics of tatting. If you're curious about how I add beads, see my other videos on my YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/yarnplayer - it's easier to show how in a video than to explain in words, I think.
Thanks! I will!