Lacework for Adventurous Crocheters: Master Traditional, Irish, Freeform, and Bruges Lace Crochet through Easy Step-by-Step Instructions and Fun Projects

255 Pages·2013·27.31 MB·English

by  Margaret Hubert

Master Traditional, Irish, Freeform, and Bruges Lace Crochet through Easy
Step-by-Step Instruction and Fun Projects
Margaret Hubert
Contents
Introduction
Crocheted Lace
Stitch Patterns
Edges and Trims
Stitch and Patterns
Crocheted Lace Projects
Ruffled Circle Sweater
Devon Cross Shawl
Pineapples and Shells Capelet
Fancy Fingerless Gloves
Beaded Ascot
Venetian Trim Cardigan
Embellished Shell
Hooded Scarf
Girl’s Rainbow Vest
Lace Curtain
Picot Mesh and Pineapple Pillow Covers
Boutique Hanger Trio
Irish and Freeform Crochet
Techniques
Motif Patterns
Projects:
• Drawstring Handbag
• Trefoil Hat
• Not-So-Victorian Collar
• Freeform Triple Treat
Bruges Lace
Techniques
Projects:
• Snowflake
• Butterfly
• Christmas Tree
• Bruges Cap Sleeve Shell

About the Author
Abbreviations and Stitch Symbols
Index

L
ace is a very dainty fabric patterned with lots of open spaces. Intricate
handmade patterns are created with various needle art techniques. Popular and
versatile, lace fabric can be used to create or to trim women’s, children’s, and
baby’s garments and household items.
Years ago, lace making was a tedious task. Making bobbin lace or needle lace
was time-consuming, and garments made using these methods were very
expensive. I have seen exquisite examples of Italian, Armenian, and Turkish
needle lace so intricate that I could not imagine how many hours went into each
piece. Only royalty and the very affluent could afford to own them. Many of
these old pieces are now on display in museums throughout the world.
Thanks to crocheters and knitters who have long experimented with stitches that
imitate more intricate lace-making methods, lace-making stitches are much
easier to do. In this book, we explore methods of making crocheted lace. I have
included chapters full of lacy stitch patterns to create fabric, edgings, and trims.
Many of these patterns are shown in different yarns and hook sizes to
demonstrate the wide variety of effects that can be achieved. Beyond these stitch
patterns, there are other methods of crochet that produce unique lace fabrics.
You will discover how intricate Irish crochet lace can be imitated with freeform
You will discover how intricate Irish crochet lace can be imitated with freeform
crochet lace techniques. Bruges lace, done with ordinary hooks, is a unique
crochet method that imitates Flemish lace originally done on bobbins. Twenty
projects are included to give you plenty of inspiration and opportunities to try
these stitch patterns and crochet methods.
Usually we think of lace as being made with fine yarns, silk, cotton, and mohair,
but by experimenting with different yarns and different size hooks, you can
make many different lace patterns. I hope that the items in the book will
stimulate your creativity and that you will have fun experimenting.
Margaret

There are many crochet stitch patterns that create open, lacy fabric,
perfectly suited to creating all kinds of garments and accessories.
Depending on the yarn and hook you use, you can fashion different
looks and projects from any of these patterns.