Tatting shuttles are very different from netting shuttles. Ultimately, all shuttles are pretty much a natural evolution of a ball of string, so I think it's a mistake to look for historical continuity. Netting is far older a craft than tatting. (I have seen them combined in doilies, but that's another matter.)
Avital Israel ----- Original Message ----- From: Lynn Scott <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I think shuttles have been used for centuries on fishing vessels > to make and > mend nets. Did the firsherman get the idea from his lacemaking > wife, or did > she get the idea from him all those years ago. > > Lynn in Wollongong, Australia > > - - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
