Tatting split ring , or why I love using this technique.
Hello, everyone! I want to thank everyone who read my blog posts, commented and followed me on YouTube. Trust me, I am making these video tutorials for you. Because I endlessly love tatting and try to promote this art to the best of my ability.
Today I want to talk about the split ring.
How is a split ring indicated in patterns? It is usually written like this: SR: [ 8 ], [ 8 ].
This means you have to sew 8 double stitches in the normal way (this is the first section in square brackets), and then make 8 double stitches with “pearl weave” (this is the second section in square brackets). By the way, in my new video tutorial I am making this very ring. But the number of double stitches in brackets may vary depending on the pattern. Also, picots can be contained in brackets. For example : SR: [ 3, p, 3, p, 3 ], [ 3, p, 3, p, 3 ]. And in graphical diagrams, such a ring can be drawn with a dotted line in the middle, or the halves of the ring can be highlighted in different colors.
When are split rings used? Oh, the application is unusually wide. It all depends on your imagination, of course!

It could be a simple bookmark.

Or a summer bag.

You can use the split ring to create earrings or bracelets. The chain for a medallion of split rings also looks very delicate

It is very common to use a split ring when making doilies. Pay attention to the beige squares. This pattern is made up of a combination of split rings.
Using Tatting Split Ring as an auxiliary element
This is my favorite way to use a split ring. Yes, it is the split rings along with the split chains that help me weave a multi-row doily WITHOUT cutting the threads between the rows.

This way I avoid endlessly hiding the thread tails. Are you still hiding the threads at the end of each row? Then try my method! You’ll like it!
I made a video tutorial in which I collected five methods for making a split ring: two methods for two shuttles, one method for one shuttle, one method for a needle and one method for a hook. Perhaps you know another way. Write about it in the comments, please. I hope you enjoy my video and choose one of the methods that is convenient for you. Welcome : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuweruFd6Kw&list=UU3dn4_9pp7tIKA2k564wLBQ
And my new pattern from the collection “Romantic Geometry” is based on the use of split rings. Each square is woven without cutting the thread from beginning to end. It is very interesting and exciting!
I will be very glad for your comments, questions and new subscribers! Thank you !
I think most people notate the split ring as follows. SR: 8 / 8 Cl. I’ve never seen it done using brackets before. Also the second half is usually referred to as ‘wrapped’ doubles or ROD. I know English is probably not your first language so this is where it may differ.
Thank You so much for the comment, Jane! Yes, most instructions use Your example notation. But I prefer square brackets. Especially in such cases: SR: [ 2, p, 2, p, 2 (R: 6, p, 6), 2, p, 2, p, 2 ], [ 4, p, 4, p, 4 ].
That’s an interesting way to write a pattern, Elena and nothing like the standard and accepted way of notation. I’d need a translator sitting by me to work it out. Too many , ( )[ ] for me. The abbreviations at the start of the pattern would need to be very explicit before I tried that notation! I prefer to stick to the ways of others before me which most people know.
Oh, I’m not looking for easy ways! ha ha! And I am always looking for new ways and methods. Of course, classical methods and techniques cannot be rejected, I agree. But the “spirit of rebellion” helps to move forward constantly, as for me.
Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge of split rings. Your tatted bag is amazing. You continue to inspire us.
Thank You so much, Denise, for the lovely compliments. Your kind words also inspire me!
You have covered a lot of info and I love all the models you have displayed 😍 I have never tried the 2nd method in your video but will give it a try 😀
There 8s one more method that comes to mind, using only 1 shuttle – Dora Young’s knotless method rings – http://www.georgiaseitz.com/2002/sssr/rietsssr.html
Oh, and one observation – A lot of patterns use this notation : 8/8, where / differentiates side 1 with side 2.
Keep up the good work
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Thank You very much, Muskaan! Using a split chain for the second half of a split ring is very interesting. I like it. I need to make a video! Yes, in many instructions the first and second parts of the split ring are written like this: 8/8. But square brackets are clearer to me, especially when the split ring consists of many different combinations.