Adorn yourself with timeless elegance by crocheting this exquisite Floral Lace Necklace. Inspired by vintage aesthetics, this delicate piece combines intricate teal leaves and charming cream and teal flowers, creating a stunning statement accessory. Perfect for adding a touch of handcrafted sophistication to any outfit, this pattern will guide you through creating your own wearable art.
Craft a Timeless Heirloom with this Crochet Lace Necklace
Unlock your creativity and fashion a unique heirloom that showcases your skill and personal style. This crochet lace necklace isn’t just an accessory; it’s a testament to the beauty of handmade craftsmanship. Customize it with your favorite colors and beads to make it truly your own, or follow our suggested palette for a classic, sophisticated look that will be cherished for years to come.
1.5mm crochet hook (or size needed for desired gauge)
Tapestry needle
Small silver-toned decorative buttons or beads (approx. 8-10mm diameter)
Small clear or light blue crystal beads (approx. 4mm diameter)
Jewelry clasp and jump rings
Jewelry pliers
Abbreviations
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
trc – treble crochet
MR – magic ring (or adjustable ring)
picot – ch 3, sl st in 1st ch
Instructions
This necklace is created by making individual motifs and then joining them together with chains and slip stitches to form the intricate lace structure. It’s recommended to lay out your motifs as you go to ensure proper placement.
Motifs
Large Teal Flower (Make 3-5, depending on desired length and fullness): Start with Color A (Teal). Row 1: Make a MR. Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 11 dc into MR. Sl st to join in top of ch 3. (12 dc) Row 2: Ch 1, sc in same st, *ch 4, skip 1 dc, sc in next dc*. Repeat from * to * 5 more times. Ch 4, sl st to first sc to join. (6 ch-4 loops) Row 3: In each ch-4 loop: (sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc). Sl st to join in first sc. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Small Cream Flower (Make 8-10): Start with Color B (Cream). Row 1: Make a MR. Ch 1, 6 sc into MR. Sl st to join in first sc. (6 sc) Row 2: Ch 1, sc in same st, *ch 3, skip 1 sc, sc in next sc*. Repeat from * to * 4 more times. Ch 3, sl st to first sc to join. (6 ch-3 loops) Row 3: In each ch-3 loop: (sc, dc, sc). Sl st to join in first sc. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Teal Leaf (Make 10-12): Start with Color A (Teal). Row 1: Ch 9. Row 2: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in next 2 ch, trc in next ch, dc in next 2 ch, hdc in last ch. Ch 2, turn. Row 3: Working down the other side of the starting chain: hdc in next st, dc in next 2 st, trc in next st, dc in next 2 st, hdc in next st. Sl st into the first sc of Row 2 to join. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly
Lay out your motifs to visualize the necklace shape. The central part forms a ‘V’ shape, with extensions leading to the neck band.
Central ‘V’ Section: Begin with one Large Teal Flower as the central focal point at the bottom of the ‘V’. Use Color A to create connecting chains and picots, joining this central flower to other motifs.
Connecting Motifs: Working outwards from the central flower, attach Small Cream Flowers and Teal Leaves. Use a combination of chains (e.g., ch 3 to ch 7, depending on desired spacing) and picots (ch 3, sl st in first ch) to join motifs. For instance, you might sl st into a petal tip of one flower, ch 4, make a picot, ch 4, then sl st into a petal tip of another motif or the edge of a leaf. The goal is to create a delicate, open lace network.
Symmetry: Work symmetrically from the central Large Teal Flower, adding motifs to both sides to form the ‘V’ shape. The image shows approximately 3 Large Teal Flowers along the central ‘V’ and its immediate extensions, each featuring a silver button.
Adding Embellishments: Once the main lace body is assembled, carefully sew a silver-toned button or bead into the center of each Large Teal Flower using your tapestry needle. For the hanging crystal beads, create a small ch 3-5 loop at various points along the bottom edge of the lace, thread a crystal bead onto a small piece of thread or thin wire, and attach it to the ch loop.
Neck Band: Once the decorative lace body is complete and symmetrical, create a simple chain neck band for each side. Using Color A, attach yarn to the outermost point of the lace on one side. Ch approximately 50-70 (adjust for desired neck length), then sl st back into the 2nd chain from hook and continue sl st in each chain across to the lace body. This creates a sturdy, narrow band. Repeat for the other side.
Finishing: Attach a jewelry clasp to one end of the neck band and a jump ring (or chain loop) to the other using jewelry pliers. Weave in all loose ends securely with a tapestry needle.
