Tag: crochet lace
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Beginning Micro or Lace Crochet: Step by step
In order to begin Micro Crochet, or crochet lace, it is recommended to be at least an intermediate crocheter. Learning microcrochet should not be any more intimidating than learning any other skill, and if you are here it means you have already started, if not gained experience in, crocheting. We’ll start with what you already…
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Dawn ‘O Day Bedspread -Pattern from 1941
Dawn ‘o Day Bedspread was published in 1941 by the Spool Cotton Co. in the United States. This pattern is not difficult to read or make if sticking with the motif. Published by an American cotton company, it is a good pattern for a crocheter who wishes to dip their toes into the world of doilies…
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Two Types of Irish Crochet: Guipure and Bebe
I was always curious as to why there seemed to be two distinct types of Irish Crochet, but only recently discovered that there is named terminology for these two types. Flora Klickmann, in “The Craft of the Crochet Hook”, says about Irish Crochet, “Generally speaking, there are two distinct classes of Irish Crochet, the popular…
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What Is Irish Crochet Lace?
The General Description: Irish Crochet is a form of lace consisting of botanical motifs made with a hook and lace or sewing thread. Motifs are connected by mesh-like stitches called “grounding” on a background pattern shape. Once motifs and grounding is complete, the pieces can be used for purses, dresses, or short jackets depending on…
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