Tat Two Holiday Ornaments Inspired by Vintage Needlework Patterns

In past issues of PieceWork, the Trimmings department featured a collection of patterns, charts, and instructions that have been gleaned from old magazines and books that are no longer generally available. The patterns and instructions for these small needlework articles are worded exactly as they appeared in the original publication. Use them as they are or adapt them to other techniques—but do have fun with them! Now the two patterns are available together in our library!

Jane Moody modified the pattern from Clark’s O. N. T. Crochet and Tatting Book No. 2 for the “Tatted Lace for Centerpiece” to create two ornaments, using size 20 thread.

Jane Moody’s wreath pattern in Lizbeth 20 size thread. Photo by Katrina King

This charming holiday ornament is from Tatting by Adeline Cordet, Book No. 5 (No. 515), published by Valley Supply, St. Louis, Missouri, 1916. Jane used a shuttle and size 30 thread.

Jane’s pattern using size 30 thread.

Whether you’re decorating, gift-giving, or simply relaxing with thread and shuttle in hand, these free tatting patterns offer a delightful way to celebrate the season.

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Enjoy these free holiday patterns courtesy of PieceWork magazine.
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Interested in more timeless threads? Find these patterns and more in the November/December 2009 issue of PieceWork.

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Originally published December 7, 2020; updated December 11, 2025.