Filet crochet is making a major comeback in the fashion world! From high-end runway collections to modern handmade pieces, this delicate and structured crochet technique is everywhere, proving that this classic craft is now a must-have trend. Whether you’re creating a breezy summer top, bag or an elegant home décor piece, filet crochet offers a structured yet artistic way to bring patterns to life.
Filet is a crochet technique that combines trebles and chain in solid blocks and spaces to create a light and airy pattern. You can incorporate solids shapes like heart or flower, surrounded by a light mesh or repeating patterns of smaller motifs. Its great for decorative shawls, for garments, accessories almost anything you can think of.
As to patterns, Filet is traditionally worked from a grid or chart like this. The filled blocks on the chart are groups of three trebles and the empty block are spaces made by working three chain. It is worked in rows from the bottom up.
Filet can be worked in a number of different yarns, although a smooth yarn is preferable, such as cottons.
Whatever you choose to make with filet crochet, you can be sure it will be admired wherever you go.
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