How to Make Rings and Picots in Tatting

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Be aware that the working stitch always comes between the thumb and forefinger.

   In figures 12, 13, and 14, the fingers should come where the arrow points in the illustration.
   
   The drawings are made in this manner (with the fingers away from the working stitch) so that all the steps are clear.
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   Step 2: Start the first ring.

   Make four double stitches (ds). , However, as you slide it into position, stop about 1⁄4 inch (0.6 cm) from the preceding double stitch (ds). ,, The little loop formed from the space left between the stitches is a picot (p). ,, A picot refers only to the loop and does not include the double stitch which fastens the loop. ,,, Draw the shuttle thread tight so that the first and last stitches meet, forming a ring.
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   Step 3: Make the first half of a double stitch (ds).

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   Step 4: Complete the double stitch (ds).

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   Step 5: Draw the entire stitch close to the first four stitches.

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   Step 6: Make four more double stitches (ds).

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   Step 7: Note that what was just created is written "1 picot (p) and 5 double stitches (ds)".

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   Step 8: Make another picot and five double stitches (see previous step).

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   Step 9: Make a picot and four double stitches.

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    Step 10: Hold the stitches securely between thumb and forefinger of the left hand.

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