Sparrow SpiteWhat the heck is tatting? (And why you should learn it!)Because it’s a lesser known craft, there’s often some confusion around what tatting actually is. Is it micro crochet? Is it a catchall…3 min read·Sep 22, 2021--1--1
Sparrow SpiteBecoming a Good Designer: The Secret Ingredient is FailureCan I tell y’all a secret? There isn’t a single one of my designs that doesn’t have a pile of messy swatches and not-quite-right pieces…2 min read·Sep 4, 2021----
Sparrow SpiteTatting Thread vs Crochet Cotton: What’s the difference, really?In my last blog post, Top Five Tips For Beginning Shuttle Tatting, I briefly mentioned that a proper tatting thread is preferable for…2 min read·Aug 2, 2021----
Sparrow SpiteA Legacy of Knots: Why I TeachMost families have a legacy of knowledge. A secret recipe or stories about that time great-grandpa fought off a mountain lion. In my…2 min read·Jul 3, 2021--1--1
Sparrow SpiteTop Five Tips For Beginning Shuttle TattingIf you’ve been struggling to learn shuttle tatting, and are feeling frustrated, you’re not alone! Here are my top five tips based on a…3 min read·Jul 2, 2021----