Lacy Honeycomb Stitch. Crochet Stitch with a Knit-Like Look

Today I’d love to introduce you to a stitch that I’ve completely fallen in love with: the Lacy Honeycomb Stitch.

This stitch has a lacy texture with a beautiful structure that almost makes it look knitted, even though it is 100% crochet. 

The crochet fabric is well suited for wearable projects like sweaters and cardigans.

The Lacy Honeycomb Stitch is worked over four repeating rows, creating a fabric that is not reversible. 

The “right” side has a much more defined and eye-catching texture, and I personally think it looks its best when oriented the vertical way. 

Because of this, garments made with this stitch are ideally worked side to side, rather than from the bottom up. This construction really allows the stitch pattern to shine.

 

For my sample, I used some leftover Caron Simply Soft yarn with a 5 mm (H) hook. 

 I can already imagine how beautiful it would look in a lighter yarn for a spring or summer sweater; that’s definitely something I plan to try in the future.

For now, though, I wanted to share the stitch itself and encourage you to experiment with it. Try it with different yarn weights, play with color, or swatch it with garment ideas in mind.

 You can find the written pattern here:

Etsy

Ravelry

I truly hope you’ll give the Lacy Honeycomb Stitch a try. 

Whether you use it for a full garment or simply enjoy learning a new stitch, it’s a beautiful addition to any crocheter’s stitch library.

Happy crocheting!

Easy Mesh Crochet Stitch, Free Pattern & Video Tutorial

If you're looking for a light, airy stitch that’s perfect for summer projects, you’re going to love this easy mesh crochet stitch! 

Whether you’re dreaming of a handmade market bag, a beach tote, or even a breezy cover-up, this stitch creates a beautiful openwork texture that’s both practical and stylish.

This pattern features only two repeating rows, making it beginner-friendly and ideal for quick makes. The result is a strong yet flexible fabric — just right for summer essentials.

YarnArt Begonia – a 100% mercerized cotton yarn, category 2.

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Hook size D, 3.25 mm

Multiple of 4, plus 3. (For the sample shown I started with ch 55)

Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, *ch 3, skip next 2 ch, sc in each of next 2 ch* across.

Row 2: turn, ch 1, sc in 1st sc, ch 2, skip next sc, 2 sc in next ch-3 space, *ch 3, 2 sc in next ch-3 space* across to last 2 sc, end with ch 2, skip next sc, sc in last sc. 

Row 3: turn, ch 1, sc in 1st sc, sc in next ch-2 space, ch 3, *2 sc in next ch-3 space, ch 3* across to last ch-2 space, ends with sc in last ch-2 space, sc in last sc. 

Repeat Rows 2-3 for the pattern.

If you are a visual learner, watch the step-by-step video tutorial on my YouTube channel

Happy crocheting! 

Sneak Peek: Water Lily Crochet Summer Top + Free Stitch Tutorial

 

Friends, I’m so excited to finally share a glimpse of my newest design — the Water Lily Crochet Summer Top! 

This lacy, lightweight garment has quickly become one of my favorite creations, and I think you're going to love it too.

The stitch pattern is light, delicate, and just breezy enough for summer — and the way it flows reminds me of blooming water lilies dancing on a quiet pond. That’s how this top got its name — graceful, airy, and effortlessly feminine.

While I’m still putting the finishing touches on the written pattern and step-by-step video tutorial, I’ve already shared a demo of the main lacy stitch used in the top on my YouTube channel. 

You can start learning the stitch today, try it out, and even begin swatching for your perfect size.

It’s simple to learn and so versatile — perfect for summer tops, shawls, scarves, or whatever project you dream up.

If you're already dreaming about making your own Water Lily Top, you can start by:

• Watching the tutorial

• Choosing your yarn (I used Alize Cotton Gold, 55% cotton / 45% acrylic)

• Grabbing a G (4.25 mm) hook

• Making a swatch and getting familiar with the stitch repeat

  
  

The pattern is now in the hands of a professional technical editor, and once that step is complete, it will be tested in multiple sizes to make sure it fits and looks great on real women.

After that it will be available in my Etsy and Ravelry shops!

This piece is perfect for warm days — breezy, elegant, and light on the skin. Whether you wear it over a tank, dress it up for brunch, or throw it on with jeans, it’s the kind of handmade garment that gets noticed (and asked about!).

How to Crochet a Lacy Shell Stitch with Treble Crochets (2 Row Repeat)

If you enjoy working with fine cotton thread, you’re going to love this elegant lacy shell stitch! 

This design uses treble crochets to create a delicate, airy fabric made up of shell shapes and open spaces—perfect for summer accessories, or vintage-inspired lace projects.

Even better? It’s just a 2-row repeat, so it’s super easy to memorize and relaxing to work.

This stitch is beginner-friendly if you’re already comfortable with basic stitches, and it’s a great way to get into thread crochet projects.

Materials Used:

• 100% mercerized cotton thread, size 10

• Steel crochet hook, size 1.6 mm

You can even work this pattern with mercerized cotton yarn category 2 and a corresponding size hook. 

Watch the Free Video Tutorial: You can follow along with the full step-by-step tutorial for free on my YouTube channel!

Prefer Written Instructions?

The written pattern (plus symbol chart) is available in both of my shops:

My Etsy Shop – Written Pattern

My Ravelry Store – Written Pattern

Happy summer and happy crocheting! 

Crochet Lacy Stitch for Spring and Summer Projects

Here in Northern California spring is already in the air! 

With the trees blooming and the vividly green color everywhere around, I was inspired to crochet a light lacy stitch, which would be perfect for spring and summer projects! 

The pattern is not as complicated as it seems!

The are only two repeating rows in the pattern, and the lacy stitch looks the same on both sides! 

I worked with 100% mercerized cotton thread size 3 and a hook size D (3.25 mm).

See this thread on Amazon! 

The written pattern is available in my Etsy and Ravelry shops! 

I also filmed a detailed tutorial, which you can watch for free on Youtube! 

Delicate Lace Crochet Stitch, Only ONE Repeating Row, Crochet Video Tutorial and Symbol Chart

Here is a delicate lace stitch with tilted shells and picots! 

The pattern has only one repeating row, which is very easy to remember.

I worked this sample with 100% mercerized cotton thread size 10 and a steel crochet hook 1.6 mm.

However, this stitch will look equally beautiful if done with yarn. Category 2 or 3 yarns would work wonderfully!

I can see a beautiful table runner worked in this stitch. Or perhaps a rectangular lacy shawl! 

Or if you are an advanced crocheter and will be able to figure out how to do decreases and increases, a summer cardigan made in this stitch will look fabulous! 

Or if you prefer to have it in a PDF format, you can purchase this pattern (written instructions + symbol chart) from my Etsy shop. 

 

Thread Crochet, Lacy Fans Stitch, Crochet Pattern and Video Tutorial

It had been a very long time since I crocheted with thread! And I really miss it! 

After all, that's how this blog of mine started back in 2011. Back then I was crocheting tons of doilies and wanted to archive all of them, so this blog came around. 

With time I switched to other types of crochet, but I have always had a special place in my heart for thread crochet! 

And now I'm going back to it! 

There is something magical and very romantic about thread crochet! 

The stitches are small and delicate. It takes much longer to complete a project with thread rather than yarn, but the final result is always outstanding!

The stitch that I'm sharing in this post is very simple, with only four repeating rows. It can be worked with yarn as well. 

But when worked with thread, its simplicity is just stunning! 

I can see a beautiful table runner worked in this stitch! 

Or a loosely fit summer top! You know the kind where you work two panels and simply do the shoulder and side seams! Simple, but elegant! 

I think this is a useful stitch to have in one's collection of crochet lacy stitches, whether you are going to make it with thread or yarn! 

 

As always, the free video tutorial is available on my Youtube channel. 

And the written pattern can be purchased for only a few dollars from my Etsy and Ravelry shops. 

Crochet Pattern, Lacy Motifs-Like Crochet Stitch for Tablecloth, Table Runner, Summer Top, Scarf, or Shawl

I have a new crochet tutorial on my Youtube channel! It's a lovely lacy stitch that looks like motifs joined together, but in reality it is crocheted continuously! 

This stitch will be perfect for such crochet projects as a tablecloth, a table runner, a summer top or blouse, a scarf or a shawl, or tons of other items!

In fact, I incorporated this lacy stitch in a summer dress that I recently made! I crocheted only one row of the "motifs" and used chain loops to attach it to the dress. 

It turned out lovely (don't miss my next post where I'll show you my dress). 

For the sample shown in the photos, I used 100% mercerized cotton yarn, category 2, and I crocheted with a hook size D (3.25 mm). 

Specifically, I used YarnArt Begonia in color pink! At the moment, it's my favorite yarn! 

Check out this yarn on Amazon! 

You can watch my tutorial on Youtube, and if you are interested in the written pattern, it's available in my Etsy and Ravelry shops! 

Beautiful Flower Stitch for a Scarf, Table Runner, Summer Blouse, etc. Crochet Video Tutorial

Here is a beautiful lacy stitch with lovely flowers! 

You can create so many crochet projects with this stitch, such as scarves, table runners, summer blouses, curtains, etc.

The yarn that I used is Patons Grace by Yarnspirations. It's 100% mercerized cotton, category 3. 

Check out this yarn on Amazon! 

 

This stitch is not as complicated as it seems. Check it out on my Youtube channel:

The written pattern is available in my Etsy and Ravelry shops. 

Crochet Lacy Stitch with Popcorns, Lacy Stitch for Summer Tops, Cardigans, or Bags

Here is a beautiful crochet lacy stitch that can be used for many summer projects, such as tops or blouses, cardigans, or lacy summer bags! 

Because this pattern incorporates popcorn stitches, the finished fabric is not reversible. However, if you substitute the popcorns with double crochet clusters, the finished fabric will look similar on both sides. 

I crocheted this sample with 100% mercerized cotton, but other yarns can be used too. 

The specific yarn that I used is Paton's Grace, color ginger. 

 

I have a detailed video tutorial for this stitch available on my Youtube channel.

And the written pattern is available in my Etsy shop. 

Crochet Lace Scarf, Crochet Video Tutorial

I can't believe more than half of June is already gone! I have fallen behind with sharing my creations! And I do have tons of new crochet projects completed! 

Let's start with this lacy scarf! The pattern is quite simple, with only one repeating row. 

I used one skein of Soft and Shiny yarn by Loops & Threads, and my scarf came out 44 inches long and 8 inches wide.  Hook size H, 5 mm.

This is not a very long scarf, but it does tie up nicely around my neck, sort of like a cowl.

And of course, it's very easy to make the scarf longer - simply use more yarn and continue crocheting until you reach your desired length.  

My video tutorial is available on Youtube: 

And if you prefer a written pattern in PDF format, it's available in my Etsy and Ravelry shops! 

Blue Shimmer Lace Scarf, Free Crochet Pattern and Video Tutorial

Like many of us, I can't go out for yarn shopping, so I've been digging through my stash, trying to find something exciting to work with. I found four skeins of Brilliant yarn by Patons. 

I purchased this yarn last year from a thrift store. I believe now this yarn is discontinued, which is a pity as it's beautiful and I enjoying working with it! 

I made myself a pretty scarf. Nothing fancy, just one repeating row of crochet shells.

Because I only had four skeins (664 yards in total), my scarf came out only 46 inches long (13 inches wide), but I use a pearl pin to style it with, and it looks very pretty.

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The pattern is very easy. We start with a chain that is a multiple of 7, plus 4. 

For my scarf I started with chain 60. 

Row 1: (3 dc, ch 3, 4 dc) all into 4th ch from the hook (beginning shell made), *skip 6 ch, (4 dc, ch 3, 4 dc) all in next ch (shell made)* across. 

Continue working into the other side of the original chain. *(4 dc, ch 3, 4 dc) all in ch where shell was made* across. Join with sl st to top of starting ch. 

From this point, continue working in rows.

Row 2: sl st to ch-3 space of 1st shell, ch 3, (3 dc, ch 3, 4 dc) all in same ch-3 space, *(4 dc, ch 3, 4 dc) all in ch-3 space of next shell* across. 

Repeat Row 2 for the pattern. Fasten off. 

Lacy Shells Easy Scarf, New Pattern and Crochet Video Tutorial

Crochet lacy scarves are so much fun to make! They are easy and quick projects that can make beautiful and inexpensive gifts. 

For this scarf I used two skeins of Caron Simply Soft yarn and a hook size G (4.25 mm). 

There are only two repeating rows in the pattern, which are easy to remember. You can work on this project while watching your favorite TV show or listening to a podcast (that's my favorite thing to do while crocheting). 

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Here is my video tutorial on Youtube: 

And the written pattern is available in my Etsy and Ravelry shops!