in some cases a block is also formed as follows: one double crochet (UK = treble), two chains, one single crochet (UK = double crochet), two chains, one double crochet.Ī foundation row of chain stitches are made first, with the first row beginning with turning chains stitches.These “filled” blocks will in the end form the actual pattern portrayed. a filled block – four double crochet (UK = treble) stitches.Usually the “open” blocks are used to create a mesh background for the pattern that is made up of only double treble stitches. an open block – one double crochet (UK = treble), followed by two chain stitches, followed by another double crochet stitch.The “blocks” or “squares” that the pattern is made up of is created as follows: Worked as a pattern of “blocks”, the stitches form a kind of silhouette of the scene, pattern or item that is portrayed. These patterns show the two main ways in which filet crochet patterns are given.įilet crochet is a specific type of crochet that uses only chain, single crochet (sometimes), and double crochet stitches throughout. Get that crochet hook and yarn ready!Īs an example of filet crochet, we’ll use this pretty rose pattern by Maria Merlino.
In this article we’ll show you how to read any crochet chart – from filet crochet to lacy doilies, mandalas, and beyond. Bu don’t worry, these charts are actually a lot easier to understand than they look at first. Unless you know how to read them, working with crochet charts can be very daunting.