{"id":9487,"date":"2025-10-20T04:30:54","date_gmt":"2025-10-20T04:30:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/?p=9487"},"modified":"2025-10-20T04:30:55","modified_gmt":"2025-10-20T04:30:55","slug":"gorgeous-crochet-tape-free-crochet-video-tutorial-crochet-lace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/?p=9487","title":{"rendered":"Gorgeous Crochet Tape\/Free Crochet Video Tutorial\/Crochet Lace"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\uddf6 Materials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fine cotton or mercerised cotton yarn (the video uses lace\/tape\u2010lace weight)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small crochet hook suitable for the yarn (e.g., 1.5 mm \u2013 2.5 mm depending on yarn)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scissors and tapestry needle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stitch marker (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u270f\ufe0f Abbreviations (US terms)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ch = chain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sl st = slip stitch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sc = single crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>dc = double crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>tr = treble crochet (if used)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>st(s) = stitch(es)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>rep = repeat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf3f Pattern Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This tutorial is for a <strong>tape\u2010lace style crochet trim or narrow panel<\/strong> (often called \u201clace tape\u201d). You create a narrow chain foundation and then build up delicate lace stitch rows that form a continuous \u201ctape\u201d which you can use as an edging, belt, trim, or decorative band. It\u2019s delicate and gorgeous \u2014 the video emphasises that you can use it for many applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Untitled-image_01-1-4-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9489\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Untitled-image_01-1-4-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Untitled-image_01-1-4-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Untitled-image_01-1-4-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Untitled-image_01-1-4-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Untitled-image_01-1-4.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Step-by-Step Tutorial<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1 \u2013 Foundation Chain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Chain a small number of stitches to get your starting width. The video suggests a narrow width; e.g., <strong>ch 20<\/strong> (you may adjust depending on how wide you want the tape).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optional: Turn and ch 1, or work the first row into the foundation chain depending on your preference.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2 \u2013 Row 1 \u2013 Base Row<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Starting in the 2nd chain from the hook, work <strong>sc<\/strong> in each chain across.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the piece is narrow and tape-like, you may only have one or two stitches across.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At end of row: ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), turn.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3 \u2013 Row 2 \u2013 Begin Lace Pattern<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Work something like:<\/em> (dc in next 2 sts, skip 1 st, chain\u20102, dc in next st) \u2014 this creates an open loop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Then:<\/em> sc in next st (or dc depending on pattern) to anchor the loop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Continue across: <strong>(dc x2, skip 1, ch 2, dc x1), sc in next<\/strong> \u2013 repeat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At end of row, turn, ch 1.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4 \u2013 Row 3 \u2013 Expand Lace Variation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In this row you\u2019ll build on the loops: for each chain-2 loop from previous row, you might work (sc, ch 3, sc) or (dc x2) into the loop, and then anchor with sc or sl st into the next base stitch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat across: <em>Into loop: (sc, ch 3, sc) then skip anchor st, sc in next base st<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turn, ch 1.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5 \u2013 Row 4 \u2013 Continue Build<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Alternate between loop building and base sc stitches. For example: <em>sc in next 2 sts, then loop (dc x3) into chain space below, sc in next base st<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Continue until the tape reaches your desired length.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 6 \u2013 Optional \u2013 Add decorative elements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can add picots, small tassel loops, bead drops, or more open chain loops to make it more ornate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For example: after a dc loop, chain 5, sl st into second chain of chain-5 to form a picot, then continue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 7 \u2013 Finish Edge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>When the tape is long enough, work <strong>1 row of sc<\/strong> across for a clean finish (sc in each stitch).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fasten off, cut yarn, and weave in ends with tapestry needle.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Untitled-image_01-2-2-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Untitled-image_01-2-2-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Untitled-image_01-2-2-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Untitled-image_01-2-2-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Untitled-image_01-2-2-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Untitled-image_01-2-2.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udccb Quick Reference Table<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Row<\/th><th>Action<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>sc across foundation chain<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td><em>(dc x2, skip 1, ch 2, dc) then sc in next<\/em> \u2013 repeat<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Build loops into previous chain spaces + base sc stitches<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4+<\/td><td>Continue alternating loop\u2010building and anchor stitches until length reached<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Finish<\/td><td>1 row sc across, fasten off, weave in ends<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2728 Tips &amp; Adaptations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use <strong>lighter weight yarn<\/strong> (lace or fingering) and a small hook for delicate tape; or use heavier yarn\/hook for a wider trim.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For a <strong>wider tape<\/strong>, chain more stitches initially and add extra base stitches between loop clusters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your loop sizes consistent (chain counts) so the design looks even.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use contrasting cotton colour for the loop rows to make the lace stand out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Because it&#8217;s a narrow tape, you can <strong>join ends<\/strong> to make a belt, headband, trim, or even curtain tie.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When using the tape as an edging: leave one end free to sew onto your garment or piece; secure the other end in the end sc row.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Video Tutorial<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=8Fd99nBHDPM\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=8Fd99nBHDPM<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\ud83e\uddf6 Materials \u270f\ufe0f Abbreviations (US terms) \ud83c\udf3f Pattern Overview This tutorial is for a tape\u2010lace style crochet trim or narrow panel (often called \u201clace tape\u201d). &hellip; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":9491,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-9487","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-crochet"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v20.12 - 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