Filet crochet is one of the oldest crochet techniques which produces intricate patterns and pictures using just double crochets and chains. Traditionally Filet is worked with thread and a fine hook.
As an introduction to Filet, the Shrug o’ Hearts is a wearable made with DK yarn. The shrug is loose fitted and accommodates for many different sizes. It uses hearts as the basic pattern.
Notes:
The pattern is worked from a graph.
The Filet pattern is worked with 3dc or 4dc depending on the size you wish to achieve.
The finished size is with the recommended yarn. Changing the yarn will change the size of the piece.
The pattern is worked from side to side.
Mark each row as you work it.
The pattern uses US terminology.
Both Left and Right-handed instructions are included.
MATERIALS
750mts/300g, #3 Yarn (820yds) Sample made with Nako Saten
5 mm hook
Scissors
Yarn needle
2 stitch markers of different colours (A and B)
Measuring Tape
GAUGE
18 dc x 8 rows = 10 cm (4”) square
ABBREVIATIONS
Ch- chain
Sc- single crochet
Sc2tog- two sc together
Fsc- Foundation Sc
Hdc- half double crochet
Dc- double crochet
Rpt- repeat
Sk- skip
Finished Size of the shawl: 41 x 140 cm (16”x 55”) Fits sizes S to 2XL.
Modifications are given for other sizes.
Basic Stitch Requirements
sc- insert hook into the stitch, yo, pull yarn back through the stitch (2 loops on the hook), yo, pull through 2 loops
hdc- yo, insert hook into the stitch, yo, pull yarn back through the stitch (3 loops on the hook), yo pull through all 3 on the hook
dc- yo, insert hook into the stitch, yo, pull yarn back through the stitch (3 loops on the hook), yo pull through 2 loops, yo, pull through remaining 2 loops on the hook
Tutorials for special techniques
Foundation Sc: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuFVhhE37Os
Filet Crochet Guide
- https://www.yarnspirations.com/filet-crochet-patterns-and-guides.html
- https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/learn-the-basics-of-filet-crochet-4062606
FILET CROCHET BASICS
Normally filet crochet is worked with 4dc across the squares. However, note that this pattern is worked with 3 dc across the square. This will give the recommended size.
The edge dc of each square is shared with the next square.
The filled squares are the solid blocks, made with 3 dc
If there are 2 filled squares next to each other- 5 dc in all.
NOTE- The solid block at the beginning of each row is made with a ch3 followed by 2dc.
The open squares are the mesh, made with 1dc, ch1, sk1, 1dc.
If there are 2 mesh squares next to each other – 1dc, ch1, sk1, 1dc, ch1, sk1, 1dc.
So, if you have 1 filled square and 1 mesh next to each other, you will do 3 dc, 1 ch, sk1, 1 dc.
MODIFICATIONS
To make a smaller size, use fingering yarn and a 3mm hook.
To make a larger size, use #4 yarn and a 7 mm hook. Alternatively, work the filet crochet with 4dc across the filled squares. The open squares are made with 1dc, ch2, sk2, 1dc
About the Designer
An educator by profession, Dina Sengupta has been crocheting for the past nine years, when she taught herself the craft. Her business, Aarabydina, was established five years ago. Since then, she has been designing and crafting her own crochet creations, as well as teaching others how to crochet. Dina enjoys the creative expression that comes with crocheting and loves the challenge of designing new projects. She prides herself on creating pieces that are functional and fun. She deftly incorporates her skills as an educator into passing on her knowledge and helping others learn the craft of crochet.
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