Tatting - Reverse Work

I was asked what the term "reverse work" meant in tatting and it's easier to show than to tell. I'm not the best videographer but I think I got the point across.

Category:

Howto & Style

Tags:

• tatting
• reverse
• work
• lace
• tutorial
• rings
• chains
• thread

[ginab6]

I don't know why the last person's comment was flagged as spam because it was not. Here's my copy:

Ahah! that's how you do it! Thank you!

Also you tat using an entirely different hand hold method to the one I have taught myself...it seems so speedy, although obviously you have a practised hand! Makes me want to reconsider my current status of a lapsed tatter-I had been neglecting the craft as too time comsuming but you have re-inspired me

[NancyToday]

How can I make sure the outer rings lay flat? Do I increase the number of rings, or where they attach to the chain above? I am confused. Thanks.

[ginab6]

@NancyToday

You would follow the directions on the pattern which would be designed to have the motif lay flat unless it is a 3D motif. I said earlier I didn't remember it being a specific pattern but I'm sure it was, I just don't remember which one. Generally speaking, you would increase the number of stitches in the rings and chains or increase the number of rings and chains to keep the motif flat as it gets bigger.

[ljjmfour]

Yes, this little video helps me understand the re-placing (or re-direction) of the different threads when "RW" or reverse work directions are called for in a tatting pattern, Thanks very much

[ginab6]

@ljjmfour

Great! I love knowing it's helpful!

[ginab6]

I don't remember it being a specific pattern. I just tatted some rings and chains. Yes, you can tat it with 2 shuttles or 1 shuttle and a ball thread.

Thank you!

[SweetwaterGold]

Wonderful demonstration--thank you! Have ever considered demonstrating your stitching method in slow motion? I tried it your way and I really like how my left hand doesn't get tense, but I'm not sure I'm doing it your smooth and effortless-looking way. Thanks again.

[brukkala]

It's really good that you used a contrasting cloth under your work. I can't tell you how many lacemaking videos were great except that I couldn't see the lace being made. Thanks.

[eyveneen]

Yes it helps very much! Thank you.