Elegant Lace Crochet Pattern Crochet Tutorial for Beginners

 

🧶 Materials

• A light-weight yarn (DK, sport weight, or cotton lace) so the lace shows nicely

• Crochet hook to match yarn (for example 4.0 mm for DK yarn)

• Scissors and tapestry needle for weaving in ends

• Stitch marker (optional) for keeping track of row beginnings

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✏️ Abbreviations (US Terms)

• ch = chain

• sl st = slip stitch

• sc = single crochet

• hdc = half-double crochet

• dc = double crochet

• tr = treble crochet (if used)

• st(s) = stitch(es)

• rep = repeat

• • … * = repeat instructions inside

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

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🌿 Pattern Overview

This lace pattern is built on a repeating motif of open spaces (chain loops) and solid stitch clusters, producing a beautifully airy fabric suitable for scarves, shawls, blankets, or lace-edged garments. Because it’s “easy and beautiful for beginners”, the stitch combination stays within basic stitches (sc, dc, chains) but the design gives elegant lace effect.

✅ Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Foundation Chain

1. Decide width of your piece (e.g., 50 cm for a scarf, 30 cm for a panel).

2. Chain a multiple suitable for the repeat. Let’s assume a multiple of 6 + 2.

   • Example: ch (6 × 10) + 2 = ch 62.

3. Turn, and ch 1 (does not count as a stitch) if needed.

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2. Row 1 – Base Row

1. Starting in the 2nd chain from hook, work sc in each chain across.

2. At the end of the row, ch 1 and turn.

3. This flat base row sets the width.

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3. Row 2 – Begin Lace Pattern

1. Dc in next 2 sts.

2. Ch 2, skip 2 sts.

3. Dc in next 2 sts, ch 2, skip 2 sts.

4. Repeat from * across the row until you reach last 2 sts; dc in last 2 sts.

5. Ch 1, turn.

   • The ch-2 skip spaces create open lace windows.

4. Row 3 – Alternate / Anchoring Row

1. Sc in first stitch.

2. Ch 2, skip next 2 sts (the skip from previous row), dc in next 2 sts.

3. Sc in the next stitch (to anchor).

4. Repeat across: ch 2, skip 2, dc x2, sc until the end.

5. Ch 1, turn.

   • This row offsets the open windows and anchors the motif.

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5. Rows 4+ – Repeat for Length

• Repeat Row 2 and Row 3 alternately until your piece reaches the desired length.

• Because the pattern is a two-row repeat, you’ll build the lace evenly and quickly.

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6. Border / Finish Edge

1. Once piece is at length, work 1 row of sc across for a clean top edge.

2. Optionally add a decorative border: sc in each stitch, picot (ch 3, sl st in first chain of ch3) every few stitches.

3. Fasten off yarn, cut the tail, and weave in all loose ends with tapestry needle.

📋 Quick Reference Table

Row #	Stitch Pattern
Row 1	sc across foundation chain; ch 1, turn
Row 2	dc x2, ch 2 skip 2, dc x2, rep across; ch 1, turn
Row 3	sc in first; ch 2 skip 2, dc x2, sc across; ch 1, turn
Rows 4+	Repeat Row 2 and Row 3 until length is reached
Finish	1 row sc across + optional border

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✨ Tips & Adaptations

• Use solid or lightly variegated yarn so the lace pattern stands out.

• Adjust hook size: if your fabric is curling, you might be using too small a hook (tight tension); switch to a larger size.

• You can adjust the foundation chain for width: because the repeat is 6 sts, chain in multiples of 6 + 2.

• Want a shawl? Make it wider (e.g., chain 90) and longer (repeat rows more) then add a lightweight border.

• To use as an edging: chain a narrower foundation (e.g., ch 30), repeat fewer rows to reach border width, then sew the finished lace onto fabric edge.

• Keep an eye on edges: if they begin to ripple, you may need to adjust your skip/chains or switch to fewer chains; if they flare, you may be increasing too much.

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