Christmas Angels and Other Tatting Patterns

by Monica Hahn

The delicate art of tatting requires only a shuttle to produce elegant creations such as those displayed in this volume. Prize-winning tatting expert Monica Hahn provides patterns for 51 lovely projects―many with a Christmas theme. Intricate but not difficult to master, the designs for these miniature heirlooms include a variety of Christmas tree ornaments: Clover-Leaf Bell, Evergreen Christmas Tree, Star of Leaves, Five-Pointed Star, Rose Ornament, Poinsettia, Spider Web Ornament, and, of course, two splendid Christmas Angels.
Additional patterns in this attractive collection include lovely edgings such as Grape, Crown, Happy Talk, and Merri-Go-Round for "dressing up" napkins, placemats, handkerchiefs, and other items. Still other patterns are perfect for creating lovely collars, bookmarks, picture frames, and a variety of domestic accessories. Easy-to-follow instructions and over 60 sharply detailed black-and-white photographs and line illustrations make it easy to create these tatted masterpieces.

Genres: Crafts

32 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 1989

Reviews

[Dori · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an excellent book that shows how to tat, specifically with a tatting shuttle. I use a needle but have been able to convert the instructions very easily. There are some beautiful patterns in the book: be aware that they are written in a short version bunched up in a paragraph. It may be easier to write it out longer so you can tick off the directions as you do them.
Great book, plenty of pictures.

[Joanne Spence · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute little ornaments

Although all the patterns are written for a shuttle, I am able to easily adjust to a needle (I needle tat as I find it so much easier). This is a good little resource for my hobby requirements.

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful patterns for snowflakes and angels. I have used it many times over the years.

[Beverly · Rating 4 out of 5]

I own this book and love it just for the simplicity of it. If you want to do some easy tatting and have something to share/give others, this is a fun book to have. The patterns are easy and small so it doesn't take any time at all to finish up a project.