Tatting - How-To Read a Pattern - Basic Abbreviation Definition (Updated) by RustiKate

Definitions and Explanations of Tatting and Needle Tatting Basic Pattern Abbreviations (Updated)

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This video will walk you through explanations and examples of basic tatting and needle tatting pattern abbreviation, so that you will have a better working knowledge of the most often used terms.

Definition of Basic Tatting Abbreviations:

R. or r..........................Ring
Ch. or ch.....................Chain
ds (or number)...Double Stitch
p or (-).........................Picot
cl...............................Close
Rw..................Reverse Work

For a more complete list go to Katy's Tatting page at www.RustiKate.com and search "Definition of Tatting Abbreviations" or download the list for free by following this link: http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/other/...

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Katy is the former creative design and development, how-to expert, tatting instructor, model, and photographer for "MaryJane's Farm" magazine and publications. As a professional tatting and how-to instructor, she has over ten years of experience, and has taught across the country from Georgia to Alaska. Katy firmly believes that if she can tat, so can you! Also check out RustiKate links, in the "About RustiKate's Channel" section.

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