The Art of Brugge Lace: Crocheting Intricate Ribbon Patterns
Understanding Brugge Lace
The technique of Brugge lace is the laying out (crocheting) of a ribbon in complex patterns or elements. The basis of the lace is a ribbon consisting of double crochets and chain stitches.
Traditional Lace Structure
Traditional lace consists of 4 double crochets and 5 chain stitches, but the quantity of stitches and crochets can be any you like.
The more crochets you include, the wider the lace will be; the more stitches you add, the more relief will be created in the finished work.Steps to Create Brugge Lace
Starting the Chain
Make 14 chain stitches, insert your crochet hook in the 8th chain stitch, and make a double crochet.
Completing the First Row
Make double crochets to the end of the row. You should get 7 crochets.
Turning the Work
Turn your work, make 7 chain stitches, and connect them with a double crochet in the last crochet of the previous row.
Building the Second Row
Make 7 double crochets in the second row, including the first crocheted stitch.
Continuing the Process
Repeat these steps until you reach the desired height.
Finishing Touches
You will get lace consisting of relief edges and a dense center. This lace is usually laid out in a "snake" pattern.