I am asked frequently which shuttle is my favorite. I also
field the question of which is better, needle or shuttle. I do have my favorite
tool(s). And I have my bag to take all those tools with me to TIP. Being able
to tat anywhere is what I like about tatting. Perhaps that’s because my
instrument, pipe organ, isn’t very portable.
Anyway, it doesn’t take much for me to create lace. A bit of
thread. Not as much as I would use at the weaving loom. A shuttle or needle or
hook. It helps to have a place to corral them when I need to pause. An idea of
a pattern. Who knew one knot could be used for so many shapes?
Keeping those few tools organized and ready at hand to use
can be a challenge. Picot gauges can fall down between cushions. Balls can roll
down the aisle of airplanes. Crochet hooks can make joins that much easier but can find their way into cracks also.
My daughter solved this problem for me. Isn’t it great to
have clever children around? She’s not a child anymore, she’s a beautiful,
talented adult. Her tatting toolbox keeps me organized with all those bits and pieces
at the ready. They are available from her website Stephanie Cervi Designs.
Thank you for the wonderful review Tamie posted on the
Online Tatting Class channel. I’m so glad you like your lavender model! I can’t
wait to see what lace you tat. Maybe something purple?
