Discover the beauty of traditional handmade lace in this excellent introductory guide to Irish Crochet , suitable for all skill and experience levels. Learn to make classic Irish crochet motifs, including flowers and leaves, to adorn accessories, clothing, home furnishings, and more!     Fashion has rediscovered the charm of a touch of lace. The durability and serviceability of the form of handmade lace known as Irish crochet makes this time-honored craft especially appealing to today's needleworkers. Here is an excellent turn-of-the-century introduction to Irish crochet, available in this attractive and inexpensive paperback edition. Irish Crochet is a lucid, well-planned guide for crocheters of all levels of skill and experience . Newcomers to Irish crochet will find helpful suggestions on materials, detailed instructions for making even the simplest designs, and a thorough grounding in the special techniques characteristic of Irish crochet . Also included are clear explanations for the basic crochet stitches so that even a newcomer to crochet may begin in the Irish way. Experienced crocheters can skip to the step-by-step illustrated directions for dozens of stunning background stitches, borders, beadings, insertions, medallions, and classic Irish crochet motifs — rose leaf patterns, wild rose designs, blackberry flowers, passion flowers, and others. Here, too, are expert suggestions and assistance for combining these elements into purses, collars and cuffs, bonnets, jackets, gowns, and other beautiful and ambitious pieces. Irish Crochet combines challenges to sharpen the skills of the most advanced needleworkers with a step-by-step approach that will prepare even beginners for intricate projects. Here is a full Irish crochet vocabulary of attractive ornaments and figures that you can draw upon again and again in the practice of this fine craft.   Comprehensive Guide for All Levels: Whether a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this attractive and inexpensive guide offers detailed instructions tailored to every skill level and clearly explains basic stitches and unique techniques. - Extensive Stitch Library: Master dozens of unique stitches, borders, beadings, insertions, and medallions with clear, step-by-step illustrated directions. - Stitch Conversion Chart: The book includes 117 black-and-white illustrations and, at the beginning, a chart converting the European stitch names of 1909 to American modern times. - Classic and Authentic Motifs : Discover a rich collection of classic Irish crochet motifs, including rose leaf patterns, wild rose designs, blackberry flowers, and passion flowers, perfect for creating elegant pieces. - Practical Projects: Apply your skills to create stunning pieces such as purses, collars and cuffs, bonnets, jackets, and gowns. - Material, Tools, and Technique Tips: Gain valuable insights into choosing the right materials for your projects and learn the unique techniques that give Irish crochet its distinctive charm and durability. - Creative and Challenging: Find challenges to sharpen your skills and a vast vocabulary of ornaments and figures for endless creative possibilities in the art of Irish crochet .   Irish crochet is a revered and intricate form of lace crochet that has adorned casual and high-fashion garments with its delicate, web-like patterns since the 19th century. Originating in Ireland, it has become a celebrated craft, beloved for its elaborate designs and ornamental flair.