If you are searching for a fun new challenge to add to your crochet repertoire, filet crochet patterns might be just the thing you are looking for. Filet lace is one of the most interesting forms of crochet and its uses are manifold.

Filet crochet patterns are generally worked with smaller needles and thread to create lace made up of pictures, shapes and even words in some patterns. Worked in fine cotton, it makes beautiful and long-wearing net curtains, table runners and placemats. In thicker yarn filet crochet can make anything from a pretty bedspread to a fashionable sweater.

Wall hangings are another popular way to display your filet crochet patterns. As opposed to other types of mats and doilies that are either worked in rounds or with motifs sewn together, filet crochet patterns are usually worked in rows from side to side. Read more…

The Crochet Dude, otherwise known as Drew Emborsky, learned to crochet at age five. After studying fine art in college and doing the “starving artist” thing for years, he began crocheting for charity. During this time with the charity group, he became known as “The Crochet Dude”, which then led to the launch of his wildly popular blog, www.thecrochetdude.com. Read more…