Can crocheting look like tatting?

If you enjoy crochet, knitting, embroidery, and sewing, then there’s a good chance that you’ll enjoy tatting. In particular, if you like thread crochet, you’ll find tatting enjoyable. Tatting is used to create lace edgings and doilies that are very similar to those in crochet.

What is the difference between crochet and tatting?

The secret to the speed, is in the hook. The second difference between tatting and crochet is how the thread is wound, looped and knotted. Tatting is made with the shuttle passing in, out and around a loop of thread wound around your hand to tie a simple set of knots.

Can I crochet with macrame cord?

So can you use a macramé cord to crochet? Yes, you can and you absolutely must… because macramé cord is an excellent choice for crochet jewelry, crochet bags, coin purses, hats, baskets, rugs, ottomans, and of course wall art.

What is cro-tatting or crochet tatting?

The topic of this page is cro-tatting or crochet tatting, whereby lace is formed using threads and a unique crochet hook having a long slender shank and a small, compact head. Before discussing this type of tatting, it is important to tell you about tatting in general.

Can you use a crochet hook for tatting?

You may think this is a new technique, but directions for “Tatting with a Crochet Hook” can be found in a 1869 Godey’s Lady Book. Use small hooks and thread for lacy edgings, earrings, necklaces, collars and doilies.

What kind of stitches do you use for crochet and cro-tatting?

The pattern uses chains, slip stitches and single crochet for the crochet portion. For the cro-tatting, it uses double knots and picots. There is a link to some basic cro-tatting instructions for beginners.

How to start tatting for beginners?

Choose your thread. Before you can begin tatting, you will need to find a thread that you’d like to work with. Size 10 cotton crochet thread is a great choice for beginners because it is not too fine and it will not snag as easily as other threads. However, you can go with another kind of thread that appeals to you if you prefer.