How to Crochet Lace Flower Stitch – Free Pattern

Crocheting a lace flower stitch creates a delicate, intricate pattern perfect for shawls, scarves, or decorative projects. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

Materials Needed

• Crochet hook (size appropriate for your yarn)
• Lightweight or lace yarn (cotton or fine wool works well)
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle (for weaving in ends)

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Basic Lace Flower Stitch Pattern

This pattern is typically worked in multiples of 6 + 1 stitches.

Step 1: Foundation Row

1. Chain a multiple of 6 + 1 stitches (e.g., 31, 37, 43, etc.).
2. Single crochet in the second chain from the hook and across.

Step 2: First Row (Creating Flower Loops)

1. Chain 5, skip 2 stitches, single crochet in the next stitch.
2. Repeat from ** until the end of the row.

Step 3: Second Row (Flower Petals)

1. Chain 3 (counts as the first double crochet).
2. Work 3 double crochets, chain 3, 3 double crochets in the center chain space of the previous row.
3. Repeat across the row. End with 1 double crochet in the last stitch.

Step 4: Third Row (Securing the Flowers)

1. Chain 5, single crochet in the middle of the petal cluster from the previous row.
2. Repeat across the row.

Step 5: Repeating the Pattern

• Repeat Step 2 to Step 4 until you reach your desired length.

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Tips for Success

• Keep tension consistent to maintain a delicate, airy effect.
• Block your finished piece to define the lacework.
• Use stitch markers to track pattern repeats if needed.

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