Can Isacord 40 be used for Tatting?

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Isacord 40 weight polyester thread can be used for tatting, and it is a popular choice among some experienced tatters, particularly for its strength and colorfastness.

While traditional tatting often uses mercerized cotton thread, Isacord 40 offers some distinct advantages and characteristics.

Strength and Durability: Isacord 40 is a robust, abrasion-resistant polyester thread, which means it is less likely to break during the tension changes inherent in tatting, a common issue with some finer threads.
Aesthetics: It produces a fine, delicate lace that works well for projects like jewelry, bookmarks, and edgings. It has a slight sheen that makes designs pop without being overly shiny.
Sizing: Isacord 40wt feels thinner than traditional size 40 cotton tatting thread (it's closer to a size 50 or 80 in cotton sizing), so it will result in smaller, finer work.
Handling: Some users find polyester thread can be more slippery than cotton, which might make it slightly trickier for absolute beginners.
Technique: Some tatters use it single-ply, while others prefer to double or triple up the plies to achieve a desired thickness, though this is not strictly necessary.