This tatted comb case is a beautiful and functional accessory that showcases the elegance of traditional tatting. Featuring three interconnected motifs, a felt backing, and rhinestone embellishments, this piece is designed to securely hold a comb while adding a touch of vintage charm. The intricate details and metallic thread highlight the craftsmanship, making it both practical and decorative.
Originally part of a mid-century tatting set, this comb case reflects the era’s appreciation for handmade artistry. The design balances intricate motifs with sturdy construction, combining style and function. Whether used as a daily accessory or as a thoughtful handmade gift, this project is a delightful way to bring timeless beauty to an everyday item.
This updated pattern simplifies the original instructions, making it accessible for modern crafters while preserving its vintage charm. With its manageable size and stunning design, this tatted comb case is an ideal project for anyone looking to create a unique and elegant accessory that stands out.
The other FREE tatting patterns in this set: Tatted Compact Case, Tatted Glasses Case
This pattern is transformed, adapted, and expanded from a public domain design originally published in Coats & Clark’s Quick Tricks to Crochet Book No. 326 (1956). While the original design is in the public domain, the rewritten instructions and supplementary content on this site are ©Tiffany Bliss Mullins, 2024. All rights reserved. Have questions about this pattern, public domain, or copyright? Visit the FAQ page for answers and resources.
Tatted Comb Case
Key Details
- Type: Tatted comb case with a felt backing and rhinestone accents.
- Gauge: Not explicitly required for this pattern; motif size is determined by instructions.
- Size: Finished motif fits a 2 x 5-inch felt backing.
- Features: Elegant tatted design with interlocking motifs, sewn onto felt and embellished with rhinestones.
Materials
- Yarn/Thread:
- J. & P. Coats Knit-Cro-Sheen Metallic, Art. A.64, in Robinette (or size 10 metallic crochet thread equivalent).
- Tatting Shuttle: Standard size.
- Felt: ¼ yard of brown felt (cut into a 2 x 5-inch piece).
- Rhinestones: 3 packages of Walco topaz rhinestones, Style No. 1236.
- Other Tools: Scissors, needle, and thread for sewing felt pieces together.
Pattern
Motifs
- First Motif:
- Work exactly as for the Tatted Compact Case motif, completing Round 1. Tie and cut the thread.
- Second Motif:
- Work the motif as before, but join it to the center picot of any chain of the previous motif during Round 1. Tie and cut the thread.
- Third Motif:
- Work as for the Second Motif, joining it to the center picot of the chain directly opposite the joining of the Second Motif to the First Motif.
Joining and Edging
- Round 2:
- Tie ball and shuttle threads together and attach to the chain at the base of the first ring of the First Motif, following the motif joinings.
- (Chain of 2 ds, 3 picots separated by 2 ds, 2 ds, join to the center picot of the next chain of the previous round of the motif. Chain of 2 ds, 3 picots separated by 2 ds, 2 ds, join to the chain at the base of the next ring.) Repeat this sequence around each motif.
- Chains connecting the motifs should include a chain of 3 ds, joined to the center picot of the adjacent chain on the next motif.
- Continue working as described until all motifs are interconnected. Tie and cut thread.
Assembly
- Cut a 2 x 5-inch piece of felt. Lay the completed tatted motifs onto the felt, centering them neatly.
- Sew the tatted piece to the felt, trimming away any excess felt and rounding the corners as shown.
- Decorate the tatting with rhinestones, attaching them symmetrically for a polished look.
- Cut another felt piece of the same size and shape. Buttonhole stitch the edges of both felt pieces together, leaving one side open to hold the comb securely.
This tatted comb case is a beautifully detailed accessory that combines practical use with vintage elegance. Its interlocking motifs and sparkling rhinestones create a timeless piece perfect for personal use or gifting. Customize the colors and embellishments for a unique, handmade creation!
