Lovely crochet lace ornament pattern | Video tutorial

Delicate lace ornaments add a touch of ethereal beauty to any holiday décor or gift. This pattern, suitable for beginners with some basic crochet knowledge, guides you through creating a charming lace ornament with a snowflake motif.

Materials:

• Size 3 crochet hook (adjust based on yarn weight)
• Fine weight yarn (cotton or cotton blend recommended) in desired color
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch marker (optional)
• Ornament blank (optional, for added stability)
• Ribbon or twine for hanging

Gauge:

18 stitches and 20 rows per 4 inches in single crochet. Gauge swatch is important, adjust hook size to achieve gauge.

Stitches Used:

• Chain (ch)
• Single crochet (sc)
• Double crochet (dc)
• Triple crochet (trc)
• Slip stitch (sl st)
• Picot (ch 3, sl st into the same stitch)

Instructions:

Round 1:

1. Ch 6, join with a sl st to form a ring.
2. Work 12 sc into the ring.
3. Sl st to join the round.

Round 2:

1. Ch 2, work 2 dc in each sc around.
2. Sl st to join the round.

Round 3:

1. Ch 2, ch 1, skip 1 dc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next dc. Repeat from * to * around.
2. Sl st to join the round.

Round 4:

1. Ch 2, ch 2, skip 2 ch-2 spaces, (3 trc, ch 2, 3 trc) in next ch-2 space. Repeat from * to * around.
2. Sl st to join the round.

Round 5:

1. Ch 2, ch 3, skip 3 ch-2 spaces, (dc, ch 5, dc) in next ch-2 space, ch 3, skip 3 ch-2 spaces, (dc, ch 3, dc) in next ch-2 space. Repeat from * to * around.
2. Sl st to join the round.

Round 6:

1. Ch 2, work 1 dc in each stitch around, including the ch spaces.
2. Sl st to join the round.

Round 7 (optional, for a larger ornament):

Repeat Round 6.

Finishing:

1. Fasten off and weave in ends.
2. (Optional) Block the ornament by lightly pinning it out to its desired shape and letting it dry flat.
3. Attach a ribbon or twine for hanging.

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Tips:

• Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round.
• Be mindful of your tension, consistent stitches create a neat and delicate look.
• You can experiment with different stitch combinations for the lace motifs in later rounds.
• This pattern can be adapted to different sizes by increasing or decreasing the number of stitches in the starting ring.
• For added stability, you can crochet the ornament around a plastic ornament blank.

With a little patience and attention to detail, you’ll have a charming lace ornament to treasure for years to come. Share your creations and let your imagination sparkle!

Additional Resources:

• Video tutorial for lace snowflake ornament: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=gL9P_PpseU0
• Free crochet ornament patterns on Ravelry: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/christmas-tree-ornaments
• Tips for blocking crochet projects: https://craftinghappiness.com/how-to-block-crochet/

I hope this detailed blog pattern inspires you to crochet your own lovely lace ornament! If you have any questions, feel free to ask.