Rings?

[dyddgu.livejournal.com]

Hello, tatting people! I have a question... does anyone know where one gets rings to attach tatting to? As in, to make it into a decoration, or somesuch? Can anyone think what they might properly be called, in order to search for them on the web?
TIA!

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[elspethdawitch.livejournal.com]

I'd try poking around a craft shop like Michael's...I've never used them, but I think I know what you're talking about, and they're probably with the crochet stuff...

[dyddgu.livejournal.com]

Thanks :-)

[chamois-shimi.livejournal.com]

I think some people just use curtain rings, don't they? Thin plastic rings like for constructing roman shades or whatever? I've seen packages of them in the embroidery section at JoAnn.

[dyddgu.livejournal.com]

We don't have a decent haberdashers' near us, but I'll have a look next time I pass one, cheers :-)

[kelvandor.livejournal.com]

You could also try using brass rings; like the type used for dreamcatchers and such. Those are found in the macrame' section of most hobby/craft stores (usually near the beads and things).

[dyddgu.livejournal.com]

Excellent, thank you!

[jesslin.livejournal.com]

I know some people also use those thin metal bangle bracelets - are those even still in style? I suspect the curtain rings are going to be too small, in general, but it depends on how big 'round your design is. Otherwise, I agree with looking for large brass or steel rings. Worst case, internet search for Craft Rings Brass (or Steel) should work.

[dyddgu.livejournal.com]

Ooo! Thank you - that sounds just like what I'm after :-)