I wished some people would explained that few years ago when I started tatting I have to watched another people tatting hundreds of time to figure how it works special how to flip the knots. Thank you so much for the excellent videos and explanation 🤗
This was exactly the video i needed! I was so baffeled by people tatting at lightning speed while i was getting myself in all kinds of tangles. Also i realised i keep my shuttlethread way too long. Thank you!
as always, an absolutely wonderful video. excellent use of large cord to see what is happening. I wish I had found something like this when I first learned tatting
Thanks Gina! I still sometimes stray off centre a bit as I'm not looking in the viewfinder while I tat, so the pin helps me to keep my hands in the right place. Always a work in progress though... :-)
This all makes sense (Thank you very much for that!!), but the problem that I have is controlling the thread coming off the shuttle. For example, going over both threads is not a problem, but when you come back over and "through the loop", my loop isn't all nice and tidy and easy to pass through. Instead my loop is twisted and out of place and takes a lot of extra maneuvering to get the shuttle through. The second knot has similar problems. I can pass the shuttle over the hand thread, but when I go back under, my shuttle thread has twisted out of the way or hangs in such a way as to require a lot of extra maneuvering. What am I doing wrong? How to I manage or control the shuttle thread?
Hello, reading your comment makes me wonder if you just have a "twisty" thread? Some thread have more of a tendency to twist as you work. Normally, your loop should hang loosely and untwisted, as you can see in my video. It's also a bit difficult to give advice without seeing you work but that would be my initial thought. Have you tried with a different thread (a different make and size perhaps?).
Hello, that shuttle is a Starlit Shuttle made by Handy Hands (hhtatting.com). I removed the "nose" and replaced it with a hook myself. So I'm afraid you can't buy one just like mine.
Can you tell me whats going on with the thread in the left hand? When starting to you cross it over or under? No matter what i try i can get the know to flick over 😤smh
Hi Corey, have you seen my video on "transferring the knot"? I go really slowly and use large cord in that one so that everything is easier to see: th-cam.com/video/OWdbxK-NuNY/w-d-xo.html I hope it helps!
Hi Nina, yes, you certainly can! I have a couple of videos that shows working with beads and plan on making more. Here is one that shows how to work one of my designs from start to finish, it's a star with beads: th-cam.com/video/PtU3tpQLkss/w-d-xo.html I also have another that shows how to work with a big shuttle (Tatsy) and beads. There are many ways to add beads to designs: they can be added in advance to the core thread or to the working thread and you can also add them as you work onto picots before joining for example.
Thank you. I had replayed your earlier video but still couldn't see the movement. Now I can. This is now clear. You're a good teacher.
Thank you Liz!
I wished some people would explained that few years ago when I started tatting I have to watched another people tatting hundreds of time to figure how it works special how to flip the knots. Thank you so much for the excellent videos and explanation 🤗
You're very welcome Marcia! :-)
I too had the same problem. Didn’t know how to flip the knots.
This is a great thing you are doing for beginners!
I never tire of watching you tat!
Thank you Maria! :-)
This was exactly the video i needed! I was so baffeled by people tatting at lightning speed while i was getting myself in all kinds of tangles. Also i realised i keep my shuttlethread way too long. Thank you!
You're very welcome!
as always, an absolutely wonderful video. excellent use of large cord to see what is happening. I wish I had found something like this when I first learned tatting
Thank you very much! Always feel free to suggest other video ideas you think could be helpful. :-)
ive trying to learn how to shuttle tat for ages now. Your videos are beautiful clear! I actually made my first ring!
Wonderful! Glad to hear it, thank you for your comment. :-)
Nicely done! Pearl head pin for camera focus - GENIUS!!!
Thanks Gina! I still sometimes stray off centre a bit as I'm not looking in the viewfinder while I tat, so the pin helps me to keep my hands in the right place. Always a work in progress though... :-)
@@11Frivole yes! I have had the same problem - you have solved it beautifully!
Fantastic video, thank you for sharing your knowledge.
My pleasure! Thank you for your comment. :-)
Such a big help with the satin thread, it makes a lot of sense, even as a left hander :)
Great! Very glad it helped... even for left-handers! :-)
This all makes sense (Thank you very much for that!!), but the problem that I have is controlling the thread coming off the shuttle. For example, going over both threads is not a problem, but when you come back over and "through the loop", my loop isn't all nice and tidy and easy to pass through. Instead my loop is twisted and out of place and takes a lot of extra maneuvering to get the shuttle through. The second knot has similar problems. I can pass the shuttle over the hand thread, but when I go back under, my shuttle thread has twisted out of the way or hangs in such a way as to require a lot of extra maneuvering. What am I doing wrong? How to I manage or control the shuttle thread?
Hello, reading your comment makes me wonder if you just have a "twisty" thread? Some thread have more of a tendency to twist as you work. Normally, your loop should hang loosely and untwisted, as you can see in my video. It's also a bit difficult to give advice without seeing you work but that would be my initial thought. Have you tried with a different thread (a different make and size perhaps?).
If the thread I am using is too thin, will this stop the sliding or is it a problem with my technique?
That you for providing great videos!
Hello, thinner thread should not be a problem but some threads are less "slidy" than others. A nice smooth thread with a tight twist works best.
Thank you for the video! May I ask where do you buy such a big shuttle with a hook?
Hello, that shuttle is a Starlit Shuttle made by Handy Hands (hhtatting.com). I removed the "nose" and replaced it with a hook myself. So I'm afraid you can't buy one just like mine.
@@11Frivole Thank you for the reply!
@@Валерия-р6д3я You're welcome and I hope you'll be able to make yourself one! I always prefer working with a hook attached to my shuttle. :-)
Disculpa también vendes esta lanzadera grande?
Hola María Elena, no I'm sorry I do not sell the larger shuttles.
Where i can get the shuttle?
Hello, I make the shuttles I use in my videos and they can regularly be found for sale in my Etsy shop (www.etsy.com/uk/shop/lacossette). :-)
Great video❤
Thank you!!
Can you tell me whats going on with the thread in the left hand? When starting to you cross it over or under? No matter what i try i can get the know to flick over 😤smh
Hi Corey, have you seen my video on "transferring the knot"? I go really slowly and use large cord in that one so that everything is easier to see: th-cam.com/video/OWdbxK-NuNY/w-d-xo.html
I hope it helps!
Can I do beaded tatting with shuttle?
Hi Nina, yes, you certainly can! I have a couple of videos that shows working with beads and plan on making more. Here is one that shows how to work one of my designs from start to finish, it's a star with beads: th-cam.com/video/PtU3tpQLkss/w-d-xo.html
I also have another that shows how to work with a big shuttle (Tatsy) and beads. There are many ways to add beads to designs: they can be added in advance to the core thread or to the working thread and you can also add them as you work onto picots before joining for example.
Very helpful
Glad it helped! :-)
The large thread is making me hungry for ramen!
Well, this must qualify as the most unusual comment I've had on my videos! You made me laugh! :-)