Irish freeform crochet

Learn the art of Irish lace with 10 Irish crochet patterns! From doilies to scarves and more, you'll find a practical, beautiful project to practice with.

Irish crochet lace dates back to the the 19th century famine in Ireland, where it was a way for women to make money. It used several weights of thread, and motifs were made separately, tacked to paper, and the spaces filled in with mesh. Specific patterns and designs were often closely guarded secrets, and the finished lace was highly valued! Today, Irish crochet lace has evolved and expanded a bit, but the mesh and the rose are still iconic facets of the art. And luckily, it's no longer a…

The art of creating delicate crochet Irish lace flowers is both an intricate and rewarding craft.

There aren't patterns for Irish crochet, its more of a method. But don't let that stop you. Here are some free resources to get you started.

Designed by © CraftsCrazyThis is everything you need to get through your first few scrumbles, so get out an assortment of yarn and hooks and try out these great techniques. Before you know it, you’ll