A simple but essential part of tatting, the detached scallop.

Steps

  1. Make 12 double knots with one shuttle.
  2. Tighten the thread so as to draw the knots together into a half ring.
  3. Make sure that the next knot touches the last knot of the scallop before it.

Things You'll Need

  • Tatting thread
  • Tatting shuttle
  • Tatting pattern