Pauline Turner

Ever wonder how crochet started? How do they make those lovely lace edgings? Does filet crochet have you stumped?
Starting with a fascinating history of crochet, “Crochet Lace” by Pauline Turner guides you through the process of making your own crochet lace.
Beginning with the basics and all the stitches you will need to know, you then move on to filet crochet. You will learn how to read chart and graphs, increase and decrease, bars and lacets and adding a block at the end of a row.
Motifs, joining motifs, Irish crochet and edgings are covered in the same detail as filet crochet. Each section includes pattern and projects that are written out and charted for you.
Ending with adaptation and finishing, you learn how to adapt your new skill to the project you are working on, then finish that item with blocking to make your lace look its best.
If you ever wanted to do crochet lace, this book will help you develop the skill needed for making beautiful lace with crochet.… (mehr)