If you thought filet crochet was just for doilies, think again - this collection of designs is a fresh new look at this traditional crochet technique. Learn to filet crochet with this collection of 17 crochet patterns for filet crochet garments including sweaters, tanks, tee shirts and cardigans. Filet crochet only uses two stitches in a grid formation - chain stitch and double crochet (if you're American, treble if you're in the UK). This stitch combination creates a mesh-like fabric which is great for showing different motifs and patterns. Filet crochet was traditionally worked using cotton perle thread and used to create delicate home décor projects like placemats, coasters and tablecloths as well as curtains. This fun collection takes it to another level by working it in thicker yarn and shows how impactful it can be when it's used for garments. There will be a wide range of motifs from abstract chevrons through to recognisable motifs for hearts, honeycomb and even Christmas trees, so you can make fun fashion pieces without worrying about complicated colourwork. The designs include sweaters and cardigans for the cooler months as well as lighter pieces including a tank top and tee shirts for warmer weather. Author Lauren Willis, explains everything you need to know about how to work in filet crochet, including how to follow a chart to work the motifs, the stitches required and other tips and tricks. The 17 project patterns are written in US crochet terminology but there is information about the equivalent UK terms, and other technical information such as yarn weights and hook sizes. The size grading for all of the featured projects ranges from small adult (tween) up to another 10 sizes so the patterns are very size inclusive.

Return to the gentle graces of old-fashioned home decorating with filet crochet. Protect a table with a lacy, eight-sided doily. Add eye appeal to a comfortable seat with a charming three-piece chair set. Or display the family name in a frame.

“From the simple to the sublime, this volume encompasses it all.”—Quick & Easy Crafts. “A touch of lace added to shelves, pillows, coverlets, blankets, linens, lingerie, and apparel can make a lovely difference....More than 100 designs. No prior knowledge is necessary.”—Booklist.

Over 50 elegant, simple crochet designs: doilies, tablecloths, panels, borders, bedspreads, centerpieces, baby items, and more. Each pattern shows finished article, close-up details, amount of thread needed, and crochet hook size.

Lovely Decor in Filet Crochet (Leisure Arts #5126) presents 7 designs by Susan Lowman, featuring an airy stitch she calls "Lacet." The designs portray a butterfly, cactus, house, lighthouse, Love Never Fails quote, piano, and rose. You choose the size of thread to use (10, 20, 30 or 40 weight cotton) based on the look and size you want to achieve. The finer the thread, the more delicate the look and the smaller the finished size will be. Smaller pieces are ideal for framing or to use on the fronts of scrapbooks or photo albums. Larger pieces are perfect for displaying on pillows, table toppers, and wall hangings. Have fun adding these lacy luxuries to your home! They also make excellent birthday, housewarming, secret sister, and Mother's Day gifts.

Filet Crochet In One Day: Learn The Most Elegant Crochet Techniques In No Time! It seems with the world of crochet, there are always new and fun techniques to learn. Whether you are learning a new kind of stitch to use in an old pattern or if you are learning a whole new technique all together, there really is no way you could learn everything there is to learn in this fun hobby. But as you go through the different things you can learn, there are always going to be times when you want to spice up the hobby in a whole new way. Sure, you can learn how to do a new stitch here and there, or you can learn how to use a different size hook to get a new kind of effect, but when it comes to learning something entirely new - there are times you just want to jump in and make it happen. Filet crochet is a different kind of crochet that is not as well known as some of the other popular methods. With this kind of crochet you are going to create images and messages in the patterns you make, allowing you to show off a new kind of creativity. But how? How do you use crochet to make images and messages? How do you show off your skills when you are working across the row again and again? That's where this book comes in. In it, you are going to learn everything you need to know about the technique of filet crochet. You'll learn all about the kind of hobby that it is, how you can get started in it yourself, and the simple tips and tricks you can do that will make it even more fun than regular crochet. It doesn't matter how long you have enjoyed this hobby or how good you think you are, you are going to have a blast when it comes to the world of filet crochet. Learn a new kind of crochet technique to show off to friends and family Have fun with your new skill as you explore your options and show off your creativity Create a variety of new projects with a new technique And much, much more! Download your E book "Filet Crochet In One Day: Learn The Most Elegant Crochet Techniques In No Time!" by scrolling up and clicking "Buy Now with 1-Click" button!