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About Vinette de Phillipe
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I am able to answer most questions concerning the art of needlepoint. Marking your own canvas, types of stitches and more.

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I have been needlepointing for over 35 years. Have taught classes to both adult and youngsters.

 
   

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Needlepoint - tatting


Expert: Vinette de Phillipe - 4/7/2001

Question
could you please tell me where i can get a tatting needle are they special needles or what     thank you so much i'd appreciate it

Answer
Hi brenda,
I think you are a little confused. tatting does not use a needle, it is done by knots that are slid on a strand of yarn or thread.  tatting uses a shuttle.

there is a variation of tatting called needle tatting that uses a long blunt needle like that ones found in the afghans made by weaving yarn through a lace type canvas.

lacis.com will most likely have any supplies that you might be looking for.
vi

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