Introduction

TatML (Tatting Markup Language) is designed to solve the precision problems in traditional tatting notation. It provides:

• Precise picot referencing - no more "join to previous picot" ambiguity
• Pattern validation - catch impossible joins before you start tatting
• Multiple outputs - generate text instructions and visual diagrams
• Modular patterns - reuse motifs across different designs

Why TatML?

Traditional tatting notation struggles with:

• Ambiguous picot references ("which picot?")
• Complex join patterns
• Multi-shuttle coordination
• Pattern validation

TatML solves these problems with explicit element IDs and precise picot addressing.