Crochet Lace Edge Pattern/Crochet Flower Pattern

 This pattern works as a beautiful lace trim or narrow panel with floral motifs—nice for edging garments, home décor, or creating a decorative band.

Materials

• Fine or lace-weight cotton yarn (or any light yarn suitable for lace)

• Crochet hook matched to your yarn (for example 1.4 mm–2.5 mm if using very fine cotton) 

• Scissors and tapestry needle for weaving in ends

• Stitch marker (optional, helpful for repeats)

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Abbreviations (US Terms)

• ch = chain

• sl st = slip stitch

• sc = single crochet

• dc = double crochet

• tr = treble crochet (if used)

• st(s) = stitch(es)

• rep = repeat

• ( … ) = work all inside same stitch or space

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Pattern Overview

This lace edge/panel alternates open chain spaces and small floral motif clusters, creating a decorative trim. It’s worked in rows (or you could adapt it to rounds) and can be repeated indefinitely for length. The video shows how the motif grows into a tape-like lace featuring small flower shapes.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1 – Foundation Chain

1. Decide your desired width for the lace edge (for example: ~4 cm width for trim).

2. Chain a number of stitches that fits the repeat multiple and width—let’s use a sample chain of ch 30 for demonstration (you can adjust).

3. Turn, ch 1 (if needed for your first row).

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Step 2 – Row 1 – Base Row

1. Starting in the 2nd chain from hook, work sc in each chain across (so for ch 30, you’ll have 29 sc).

2. At the end of the row, ch 1 (doesn’t count as a stitch), turn.

3. This gives a stable base row for the lace.

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Step 3 – Row 2 – Begin Lace Pattern

1. sc in next 2 sts.

2. In next stitch, begin the "flower" motif cluster: for example, (dc, ch 2, dc) all into the same stitch (or chain space) to form a small petal loop.

3. Skip 1 st, sc in next stitch.

4. Repeat * (flower cluster in next st, skip 1 st, sc in next)* across until you finish row.

5. At end, sc in last ? (depending on stitch count, make sure row ends evenly).

6. Ch 1, turn.

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Step 4 – Row 3 – Continue Lace & Branch Motifs

1. sc in first stitch.

2. Ch 3, skip the base sc of previous flower cluster, sc in next sc.

3. Then work the next flower cluster: dc, ch 2, dc into the chain or stitch beneath where the cluster should sit.

4. Repeat across: ch 3, skip 1 st, sc, flower cluster, etc.

5. At end, sc in last stitch.

6. Ch 1, turn.

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Step 5 – Row 4 and Beyond – Repeat Motif Rows

1. The pattern alternates between “flower cluster” rows and “chain-space + sc” rows.

2. Repeat Row 2 and Row 3 alternately (or as the video indicates) until you’ve reached the length you want for the lace.

3. Each repeat adds more floral motifs and open chain spaces, gradually forming a decorative lace edge.

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Step 6 – Finishing Edge

1. Once the lace length is complete, work 1 row of sc across the last row to give a clean edge.

2. Optional: add a decorative border like a picot edge: (sc, ch 3, sl st in first chain of ch 3), skip 1 st, sc in next st, around.

3. Fasten off yarn. Weave in all ends with tapestry needle.

Quick Reference Table

Row	Action
Row 1	sc across foundation chain; ch 1, turn
Row 2	sc x2, flower cluster (dc, ch 2, dc) in next st, skip 1, sc … repeat; ch 1, turn
Row 3	sc, ch 3 skip, sc, flower cluster … repeat; ch 1, turn
Repeat	Alternate Row 2 & Row 3 until desired length
Finish	1 row sc across + optional picot/decorative edge

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Tips & Adaptations

• Use lighter yarn for delicate lace trim; for a wider band you might substitute a thicker yarn and larger hook.

• Adjust the foundation chain to make the lace wider (for a panel) rather than narrow.

• Use contrasting color for the flower clusters so they pop out.

• If you want a round lace version, you could adapt this by working the motif in rounds and placing cluster loops evenly around a center.

• Keep an eye on edge tension—if the lace edge curls or wavy, your chain spaces may be too tight; if it flares, your chain spaces may be too loose.

• Use a stitch marker at start of row if needed to keep alignment of motifs consistent.

Video Tutorial: