Crochet Delicate Lace Collar Free Pattern

Crochet Delicate Lace Collar Free Pattern

Introduction

Welcome to your next crochet project! This Delicate Lace Collar pattern is designed for beginners and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any outfit. With its intricate stitches and beautiful scalloped edge, this collar will surely impress. Follow the steps below to create your very own stunning lace collar!

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Light worsted weight cotton yarn
• Hook: 4.0 mm (G) crochet hook
• Gauge: 16 stitches and 10 rows = 4 inches in double crochet
• Scissors: For cutting the yarn
• Tapestry needle: For weaving in ends

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Start with a Magic Ring: Create a magic ring and chain 3 (this counts as your first double crochet).
2. First Round: Work 11 double crochets (dc) into the magic ring. Pull the ring tight to close it. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the chain 3.
3. Round 2: Chain 3, then work 1 dc in the same stitch. Next, work 2 dc in each stitch around. You should have a total of 24 dc. Join with a slip stitch.
4. Round 3: Chain 3, then *dc in the next stitch, 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around. You should have a total of 36 dc. Join with a slip stitch.
5. Round 4: Chain 3, then *dc in the next 2 stitches, 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around. You should have a total of 48 dc. Join with a slip stitch.
6. Round 5: Chain 3, then *dc in the next 3 stitches, 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around. You should have a total of 60 dc. Join with a slip stitch.
7. Round 6: Chain 3, then dc in the next 4 stitches. Now, *chain 2, skip 2 stitches, dc in the next 5 stitches; repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch.
8. Round 7: Chain 3, then *dc in the next 5 stitches, chain 2, skip 2 stitches; repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch.
9. Round 8: Chain 3, then *dc in the next 6 stitches, chain 2, skip 2 stitches; repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch.
10. Round 9: Chain 1, then single crochet (sc) in each dc and chain 2 space around. Join with a slip stitch.
11. Finish with a Scalloped Edge: For the scalloped edge, *work 5 dc in the next stitch, skip 1 stitch; repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch and fasten off.

Congratulations! You have completed your beautiful crochet lace collar. Don’t forget to weave in any loose ends with your tapestry needle. Enjoy wearing your new accessory or gifting it to someone special!