So, want to hear what this die-hard post shuttle fan thinks of the new Clover bobbin shuttles?
They're fantastic!
I'm normally a bobbin shuttle's worst nightmare, since I tat with a very tight tension, and tend to give the shuttle thread a good jerk with each stitch. Many other brands of bobbin shuttles can't take the exertion and the bobbin slips. But, the bobbin in the new Clover shuttle stays put!
UPDATE February 5th, 2018: I've tatted with these shuttles for a few weeks now, and the bobbin is starting to slip. I really am a bobbin shuttle's worst nightmare! If you’re a very tight tatter, you may prefer Clover's post shuttles :)
Here's how it comes packaged:
Here's a close-up look at the bobbin, which fits onto the end of the stopper for winding:
The bobbin can hold up to 6 yards of size 20 thread (I measured). There's another handy use for the stopper:
If you prefer to wind your bobbin on a sewing machine, there are washers included in the package to facilitate that, also.
Packages of spare bobbins are also available:
The bobbin stays in place while tatting, yet turns easily with a push of the thumb to advance or retract thread.
More new products - storage cases!
First, here's the Clover storage case for tatting shuttles:
Next, here's the case for bobbin shuttles. It holds a lot of bobbins, with spaces for a few shuttles and stoppers. The tiny slots are a good place to store the washers.
These products are new to me, so I've only tried them out for a short time, but my impression so far is that they've got the high quality I've come to expect from Clover Needlecraft. I'll keep on playing!
Wow, holy organization Batman! Will have to look for these at the store. Thanks for the tip
ReplyDeleteGood to know. I have one of the cases, just because it's so handy but I wasn't sure about the shuttles themselves.
ReplyDeleteI like your review 💜 I do not use bobbin shuttles for the very reasons you mentioned, but would consider it now.
ReplyDeleteExactly the same reason I don't use bobbin shuttles. I don't feel I'm too tight a tatter but apparently it's tight enough to pull the bobbins. Thank you for a wonderful review!
ReplyDeleteI’ve been using these new Clover bobbin shuttles for about 6 months now and have been very happy with them. It’s the best of both worlds: similar to tatting with the Clover post shuttle along with the ease of winding and unwinding that you get with a bobbin. The organization case is an added bonus.
ReplyDeleteI am a post shuttle girl, but they do look interesting, I think that if I use a bobbin they would possibly fall out while tatting that's one reason why I have not tried it, but after reading your piece I think I may try one
ReplyDeleteI have the same trouble with bobbin shuttles, but I learned early on that I am a tight tatter. I'll be sticking to my post shuttles for now. That shuttle case does look enticing though. Might have to put that on my wish list.
ReplyDeleteAfter tatting with the Clover bobbin shuttles for a few weeks, I am starting to notice the bobbin slipping. I’m not disappointed, though. Going back to my Clover post shuttles! It was a good experiment.
ReplyDeletePlastic shuttles with bobbins need to be dipped in very hot (not boiling) water for a few minutes, then held in a towel and squeezed for a minute or so, when the bobbins begin to slip. It's not about your tension, it's just the nature of the material. The shuttle will retighten until time to adjust it again. That's why I prefer metal bobbin shuttles. The metal shuttles provide extra weight for greater tension and they don't need to be 'babied' like the plastic ones require
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