Crochet Lace Ribbon Pattern Overview
A crochet lace ribbon pattern is a beautifully delicate and narrow strip of lacework that can be used to embellish garments, wrap gifts, decorate crafts, or even create wearable accessories like chokers or headbands. These ribbons often feature a combination of chain stitches, picots, single crochets, and double crochets to form repeating motifs such as shells, fans, or scallops. The lightweight and openwork nature of lace ribbons gives them a refined, vintage feel, perfect for both modern and traditional designs.
Materials Needed
To follow a typical crochet lace ribbon tutorial, you’ll need:
- Lightweight yarn or crochet thread (size 10 cotton thread is common)
- A small hook (1.5mm–2.5mm for thread, or 3mm–4mm for light yarns)
- Scissors and a tapestry needle for finishing
- Optional: blocking pins and a mat for shaping
Simple Lace Ribbon Pattern (Written Instructions)
Here’s a quick and easy lace ribbon pattern you can try:
- Foundation Row: Ch 10.
- Row 1: In the 6th chain from hook, work 1 dc, ch 2, skip 2 ch, 1 dc in next ch. Repeat from * to end. Turn.
- Row 2: Ch 5 (counts as dc + ch 2), 1 dc in first ch-2 space, ch 2, 1 dc in next ch-2 space. Repeat to end. Turn.
- Repeat Row 2 until ribbon reaches desired length.
- Fasten off and weave in ends. Optionally block the ribbon to enhance the lace detail.
This pattern creates a gentle chain-lace effect that is airy and decorative—great for sewing onto the edges of fabric or layering on home décor.
Tutorial Tips
When following a video tutorial, pay close attention to how the instructor handles turning chains and where they place stitches, as these are key to maintaining the ribbon’s symmetry. Slower tutorials are ideal for beginners—look for ones that show both left- and right-handed demonstrations. A good video will also walk you through how to block the lace, which helps the design open up and lay flat.
Tutorial and photos of this crochet lace ribbon by: Уроки ВЯЗАНИЯ Литке Татьяны.