Gail Weaver Tatting

Lace that tells a story

Tatting with soul — lace that tells a story

Hi! I'm Gail, and I make delicate lace by hand using the timeless technique of tatting. Here, you'll find patterns, inspiration, and creative calm — welcome to your peaceful crafting space.

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One stitch at a time, I bring tradition into today

Tatting found me when I needed stillness — and stayed when I needed beauty. Now I share this slow, meditative craft with lace lovers around the world. Everything you see here is made with care, patience, and a deep respect for the art.

Made with Care

Every pattern is thoughtfully designed and tested with love

Timeless Craft

Honoring traditional techniques while embracing modern creativity

Global Community

Connecting lace lovers and crafters worldwide

Lace patterns to make and cherish

Browse my original tatting designs — from intricate doilies to lace motifs, inspired by vintage elegance and modern calm. Each pattern is thoughtfully diagrammed, beginner-friendly, and tested with love.

Try tatting — on the house!

Looking for a place to start? These free patterns are my gift to you. Perfect for beginners and curious creatives, each one includes detailed diagrams and video guidance.

Design your own color magic

Play with color and see how your doily could look before you begin! Choose a pattern, color each round, and explore real thread palettes with brand names and color codes.

Thread Palettes

DMC Babylo 40+ colors

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Lizbeth 30+ colors

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Lace through the decades

I collect and revive vintage tatting patterns, honoring the designers who created them before me. This section features updated diagrams, sample photos, and links to original written — a blend of past and present in every piece.

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Countries of Origin

Threaded across the globe

My lace has found homes in over 48 countries and more than 1000 cities — and each stitch carries a story.

What Customers Are Saying

Real feedback from tatting enthusiasts who have brought these patterns to life

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thread flowing

If my work inspires you, consider helping me create more patterns and videos. Your support buys thread, tools, filming gear — and time to keep this craft alive and growing.

What Your Support Does

🎥 New video tutorials

📄 Pattern development

🌈 More thread colors

🛠️ Better equipment

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