Lace Net Darning

Thanks for visiting My Projects page. Probably my favorite needlecraft is crochet, followed by cross stitch, quilting, and lace net darning. I hope after looking at my projects, you will be inspired to learn a craft and will visit my How-To Pages for step by step instructions. Please take time to sign my guestbook. I love to hear from people that have visited my website and found something that sparkled an enthusiasm to learn a new craft.

The two projects above are done in Lace Net Darning. This is a needlecraft was popular in the 1980's. It's not easy to find patterns but I have found that filet crochet patterns can be adapted.

LACE NET DARNING OWL

Owl as viewed from outside
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Owl as viewed from inside looking out.
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I really had fun designing this Lace Net Darning Owl. As you can image, this window is very difficult to find a window treatment for. The owl is weaved on latch hook canvas because of the larger mesh count. I used 4 strands of Ecru #10 crochet thread.

I liked it so well, that I also made another one to frame. It's weaved on regular lace net darning cloth. I matted it on gold mat board and framed it for my office at school.
The owl is our mascot.

Framed Owl
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