Elegant Lace Crochet Swatch

Elegant Lace Crochet Swatch

Materials:

• 100% cotton lace yarn in white
• Crochet hook size 3.5mm
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge:

22 stitches and 10 rows = 4 inches in lace pattern

Abbreviations:

• ch - chain
• sc - single crochet
• dc - double crochet
• tr - treble crochet
• sl st - slip stitch

Instructions:

1. Foundation Row: Ch 21.
2. Row 1: Dc in 5th ch from hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from * to end, turn.
3. Row 2: Ch 4 (counts as tr here and throughout), tr in next dc, *ch 3, skip next dc, tr in next dc; repeat from * to last st, tr in top of turning ch, turn.
4. Row 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in first tr, sc in next tr, *3 sc in next ch-3 space, sc in next tr; repeat from * to last st, 2 sc in top of turning ch, turn.
5. Row 4: Ch 3 (counts as dc), *ch 1, skip next sc, dc in next sc; repeat from * to end, turn.
6. Repeat Rows 2-4 until piece measures desired length.
7. Fasten off and weave in ends with tapestry needle.

This lace swatch is a beautiful starting point for creating timeless pieces that can be treasured and worn season after season. Experiment with different yarn weights and colors for varied effects!