This design is very attractive and versatile. In fine thread, the lace and insertion will be a very pretty trim for skirts, slips or other similar garments, and a yoke is easily arranged to match. Heavier thread makes a handsome stripe, with lace border, for a bedspread. A scarf or or table runner may have the lace and insertion across the ends, or there may be a width of insertion running lengthwise, with lace at each end, or two lengths of insertion with a strip of hemstitched linen between and the border of lace. Originally designed by Jennie Stenfort in 1927. This is not your usual scanned vintage crochet pattern. To make this pattern great for today's crocheter I wrote complete instructions, expanded the written instructions so you won't need to skip around, and made an easy to follow chart. I also changed the written instructions to use modern US crochet terms. The only stitches you need to know to complete this lace are: chain stitch, single crochet, double crochet, and slip stitch.

Designed by Grace Davis in 1921, this scalloped edging is a great way to get started with learning intermediate filet crochet: there are clear instructions for increases, decreases, and making a turned corner. The pattern includes a matching insertion pattern. You can use this simple design for a table runner, bedspread, as a border for curtains, and much more.This is not your usual scanned vintage crochet pattern. To make this pattern great for today's crocheter I wrote complete instructions, expanded the written instructions so you won't need to skip around, and made an easy to follow chart. I also changed the written instructions to use modern US crochet terms.The only stitches you need to know to complete this lace are: chain stitch, double crochet, and slip stitch.

Simple stitches and a simple pattern, combined with negative space, make for an elegant insertion and lace edging. Designed by Edward Ellis Ford in 1921, you can use this pattern to make wonderful embellishments for garments and linens. The pattern includes instructions for the outside edging of the lace. This is not your usual scanned vintage crochet pattern. To make this pattern great for today's crocheter I wrote complete instructions, expanded the written instructions so you won't need to skip around, and made an easy to follow chart. I also changed the written instructions to use modern US crochet terms. The only stitches you need to know to complete this lace are: chain stitch, single crochet, double crochet, double treble crochet, and slip stitch.

This pretty Rose Insertion works well as a corner as shown, and includes a pointed Rose Bud Lace Edging to match. Originally designed by Emma Boardman in 1920, it's suitable for many purposes, and the lace edging and insertion may be used separately or in combination. Edgings and insertions make spectacular details in garments. This is not your usual scanned vintage crochet pattern. To make this pattern great for today's crocheter I wrote complete instructions, expanded the written instructions so you won't need to skip around, and made an easy to follow chart. I also changed the written instructions to use modern US crochet terms. The only stitches you need to know to complete this lace are: chain stitch, double crochet, treble crochet and slip stitch.

A Greek Key and natural scallops enhance the morning glories in this wide lace edge, originally designed by M. Pintner in 1927. The scallops are made as you go with easy increases and decreases, with no need for an additional edge. A matching insertion pattern is included, which can be used to run through the center of a dresser scarf or table runner with linen on each side. This is a very handsome border for any purpose, so you're good to go for tablecloths, bedspreads and anywhere else you need a breath of spring.The edited pattern has written instructions for every row of the Greek Key border, and has been corrected from the original (which didn't quite work out, as you can tell from the photo).This is not your usual scanned vintage crochet pattern. To make this pattern great for today's crocheter I wrote complete instructions, expanded the written instructions so you won't need to skip around, and made an easy to follow chart. I fixed the repeats so that the Greek Key works out correctly, and I also changed the written instructions to use modern US crochet terms. The only stitches you need to know to complete this lace are: chain stitch, single crochet, double crochet, treble crochet, and slip stitch.

Filet crochet produces delightful designs and motifs on an open mesh background, perfect for incorporating into garments and accessories, or for making blankets, cushions, and scarves. numbers, letters, and geometric patterns; repeat designs for borders and larger items. -Each design includes an easy-to-follow chart, clear swatch photograph and working instructions, as well as inspiring ideas for mixing and matching the designs in the book. -Key techniques are clearly demonstrated from basic stitches to blocking and joining finished pieces, and a handy fold-out flap reminds you how to use the charts as you work.

Designed by Olive F. Ashcroft in 1926, this pretty pattern features three-dimensional flower centers with crocheted clusters. You can make an entire charming bedroom set from this design--a bedspread with the insertion, and matching pillow cases, curtains and dresser scarf with the edging. The pattern includes detailed written and charted instructions for turning the edging's corner. This is not your usual scanned vintage crochet pattern. To make this pattern great for today's crocheter I wrote complete instructions, expanded the written instructions so you won't need to skip around, and made an easy to follow chart. I also changed the written instructions to use modern US crochet terms. The only stitches you need to know to complete this lace are: chain stitch, single crochet, double crochet, and slip stitch.