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lacisne88	Posted - Nov 19 2008 : 1:56:10 PM Hello! I just got the MaryJane's Stitching Room book and I really, reallly, really, want to start needle tatting!!!! The problem is...I can't find out how to get any inexpensive tatting needles. Where do they sell them? I can't find one anywhere and I have only found a few places online that offer them and they aren't very cheap. I have checked on Ebay and on Craigslist all to no avail. It would be lovely if any of you fellow famrgirls could help me out and point me in the right direction....Also, where would a good place be to purchase tatting string? Thanks so much! Chelsey Farmgirl Sister #283 http://farmgirlpleasures.blogspot.com/ http://aminiatureworld.blogspot.com/
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oldfashioned girl	Posted - Nov 30 2008 : 5:18:03 PM Melissa, Needle tatting is easier than doing it with a shuttle, but don't be intimidated by a shuttle either! Once you get the hang of it, it's really quite simple! When I first saw tatting I absolutely fell in love with it! When I went to the craft store to buy my first shuttle, the lady told me it was really difficult,which only made me more determined to figure it out! As Amanda said once you get the hang of it, it is very soothing! Monica farmgirls rule! www.justducky48.etsy.com
britchickny	Posted - Nov 30 2008 : 1:51:16 PM Have been reading the thread with interest, must learn to do this!! Anyway, I just did a YouTube search and looks like there are tons of tutorials and videos on tatting. ANGIE "Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2 http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
Firemama	Posted - Nov 26 2008 : 08:47:43 AM You are very welcome I am so glad you like it. Our very own Katie out at the Farm taught me one weekend. It is very soothing once you get the hang of it.Keep us posted on your progress!! Mama to 2 FarmGirl# 20 People can only make you feel inferior with your permission, and you dont have my permission...... Dont let the chain of love end with you..... http://myfarmdreams.blogspot.com/
lacisne88	Posted - Nov 25 2008 : 8:52:05 PM Well...I have to say...I'm hooked! I LOVE tatting! It is so much fun! I have made a few inches of pretty tatted lae edging and I don't want to stop. I even tatted before one of my spanish classes today. A male classmate was very inquisituve and asked what I was doing. He had never seen it before. I am very much enjoying the art of tatting. I can't wait to make elaborate doilies and things like that! This is so fun! Thanks to Amanda for sending me the tatting needle! Chelsey Farmgirl Sister #283 http://farmgirlpleasures.blogspot.com/ http://aminiatureworld.blogspot.com/
lacisne88	Posted - Nov 25 2008 : 10:16:14 AM I agree. I usually have a hard time learning needle crafts from pictures, but tatting has been different. The pictures are very clear and explicit and easy to follow. I am very happy with how my tatting is turning out! Chelsey Farmgirl Sister #283 http://farmgirlpleasures.blogspot.com/ http://aminiatureworld.blogspot.com/
country roads	Posted - Nov 25 2008 : 08:22:43 AM Thanks Heather, I'll have to look for the books after Christmas, when money isn't quite so scarce ;) Take care, Melissa. Farmgirl # 352 ~Think happy thoughts~
MagnoliaWhisper	Posted - Nov 25 2008 : 08:08:00 AM I have a hard time learning from pictures as well. I've tried to learn to crochet from pics and I just can't. However, I highly reccomend the books that were mentioned on this thread, from Barbara. I taught myself to tat, when I was only about 13 years old with them! And I had absolutely no one in real life to help me learn. (my great grandma tatted, but she had died by the time I was interested in learning! :( ) Any way......I highly suggest getting those books. Cause even if they do NOT help you learn, they have great patterns for when you do learn. But, I can almost garuntee you will be able to learn from them. They have the best pictures I have ever seen for learning any needle art/craft. http://www.heathersprairie.blogspot.com
country roads	Posted - Nov 24 2008 : 09:45:11 AM Do you ladies know of any video tutrials online that teach tatting? I would love to learn how, but I have a really hard time learning from pictures. From what I can see, it looks a lot easier with the needles rather than a shuttle. Is it really or am I just imagining it? Take care, Melissa. Farmgirl # 352 ~Think happy thoughts~
Firemama	Posted - Nov 22 2008 : 4:08:04 PM Goodluck and have fun!!!! Mama to 2 FarmGirl# 20 People can only make you feel inferior with your permission, and you dont have my permission...... Dont let the chain of love end with you..... http://myfarmdreams.blogspot.com/
lacisne88	Posted - Nov 22 2008 : 3:17:43 PM Amanda, Thank you so much for the needle! I received it in the mail today. I really appreciate it and am sitting down right now to start tatting!!! I'll let you know how I do. Chelsey Farmgirl Sister #283 http://farmgirlpleasures.blogspot.com/ http://aminiatureworld.blogspot.com/
eskimobirdlady	Posted - Nov 20 2008 : 10:29:57 PM oh my i didnt realize there were so many choices!! peace connie in alaska
pinkroses	Posted - Nov 20 2008 : 11:53:26 AM I might get me one; but you know what? I would rather tat with a shuttle My husband's great Aunt taught me how with a shuttle and a crochet hook. I can use a needle too. Oh, I like cro-tatting too. pinkroses www.ohkayteagirl2.blogspot.com http;//www.sheilascreativetouches.blogspot.com
lacisne88	Posted - Nov 20 2008 : 10:42:02 AM Thanks so much to all of you! You all are really a tremendous help and I know I can always count on you to help a sister! Thanks for all the great places to check! Chelsey Farmgirl Sister #283 http://farmgirlpleasures.blogspot.com/ http://aminiatureworld.blogspot.com/
PlumCreekMama	Posted - Nov 19 2008 : 8:16:40 PM I have found them at Hobby Lobby and Michaels as well. I found a book of tatting patterns that came with a set of needles at Hobby Lobby that I really like. http://plumcreekmama.blogspot.com/ http://plumcreekcreations.etsy.com
oldfashioned girl	Posted - Nov 19 2008 : 6:30:29 PM Chelsey, Here is a link for a shop that has a set of 6 tatting needles for 6.99! www.be-stitchedstore.com/shopexd.asp?id=78&bc=no I hope this helps! I have also seen "Learn Needle Tatting" book and needles sold together in some craft stores for about 12.00! Some craft stores that carry crochet cotton will some times have thinner crochet cotton which works for tatting! You can use crochet cotton, which is often easier to start with simply because it's larger and easier to see to start with! I sometimes use 2 strands of sewing thread for tatting! Have fun! Monica farmgirls rule! www.justducky48.etsy.com
eskimobirdlady	Posted - Nov 19 2008 : 4:43:25 PM here they have them at walmart occasionally, micheals and joannes also carry them. someday i am gonna try my hand at that but not sure what i would do with it as most of what i make is strictly utilitarian. guess i should have tried it when my daughter was little and i wa making beautiful dresses for her. peace connie in alaska
debinmtns	Posted - Nov 19 2008 : 4:21:49 PM I bought my at Ben Franklins as well. Online try the Snowgoose. Plus try michaels, JoAnns Fabrics. debinmtns #63 http://www.handcraftedncreated.blogspot.com http://www.abunchofcountryswappingals.blogspot.com
Alee	Posted - Nov 19 2008 : 4:16:36 PM You can buy Tatting Needles at Hobby Lobby too. If you do use the doll needles (they work great) take an emery board and dull the tip. I was using a doll needle and kept scratching myself. Not bad, but just enough to be annoying after a while! Alee Farmgirl Sister #8 www.awarmheart.com Please come visit Nora and me on our blog: www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com Put your pin on the farmgirl map! www.farmgirlmap.blogspot.com
lacisne88	Posted - Nov 19 2008 : 2:54:41 PM Thank you so very much! I'm so excited! I will be sure to take pictures and post them for everyone to see Chelsey Farmgirl Sister #283 http://farmgirlpleasures.blogspot.com/ http://aminiatureworld.blogspot.com/
Firemama	Posted - Nov 19 2008 : 2:50:56 PM Its in its envelope, it'll be on its way tomorrow!! Enjoy, besure to show us your first tatting project, ok? Mama to 2 FarmGirl# 20 People can only make you feel inferior with your permission, and you dont have my permission...... Dont let the chain of love end with you..... http://myfarmdreams.blogspot.com/
lacisne88	Posted - Nov 19 2008 : 2:37:44 PM Thanks so much! I appreciate the help! Chelsey Farmgirl Sister #283 http://farmgirlpleasures.blogspot.com/ http://aminiatureworld.blogspot.com/
Firemama	Posted - Nov 19 2008 : 2:21:46 PM Chelsey, I bought mine from Ben Franklin. The ones I have are doll needles, REALLY long. If you want send me your address, I think I have an extra ;-) Mama to 2 FarmGirl# 20 People can only make you feel inferior with your permission, and you dont have my permission...... Dont let the chain of love end with you..... http://myfarmdreams.blogspot.com/

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