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Embrace the Lace: Crafting Ideas With Lace + Cleaning Out The Closet Giveaway!

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When it comes to crafting — embrace the lace! There are so many fantastic ideas for incorporating lace into your crafting projects. Lace crafts add a delicate, romantic, and feminine appeal to your crafting. Plus, it’s an easy material to work with. You can either buy lace to craft with or you can follow an easy tutorial on how to make lace. Whichever way you choose to work with it, lace can be added to all aspects of your crafting such as in jewelry, home decor, and more! Scroll down to view some of our favorite lace craft ideas, and don’t be afraid to embrace the lace!

P.S. Be sure to check out our amazing Cleaning Out the Closet Giveaway below!

Embrace the Lace! Crafting Ideas With Lace

Sophisticated Handmade Lace Coasters: these lace coasters are unbelievably budget-friendly, and they make great DIY gifts for any occasion or holiday!

Sophisticated Handmade Lace Coasters

Lovely Lace Baskets: store your trinkets in these delicate baskets. They’re a beautiful home decor item, yet still functional.

Lovely Lace Baskets

DIY Lace Insert Button-Down Shirt: create this design based off of similar items from retailers. It’s a creative way to refresh an old shirt from your wardrobe.

DIY Lace Insert Button-Down Shirt

Dainty Lace Jewelry: embrace the lace by adding some lace to your jewelry collection! DIY jewelry projects are so much fun and you can make a pair to match any ensemble.

Dainty Lace Jewelry

Brilliant Lace Bowls: these bowls are simply divine! This tutorial is a great guideline if you’re looking to upcycle or reinvent some existing serveware.

Brilliant Lace Bowls

Upcycled Lace Vase: do you have some thrifted vases or some old ones that need something special? Add some lace! Follow this easy tutorial on how to totally transform a basic vase.

Upcycled Lace Vase

Lightweight Zen Jacket: don’t forget to add some lace to your wardrobe! This jacket is a fantastic example of how lace can be your statement piece in your outfit. It’s the perfect extra layer over a dress or your favorite tee.

Lightweight Zen Jacket

 

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How To Make Lacy Summer Earrings

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Spring Summer 15 fashion weeks saw models of Valentino, Chloé and Louis Vuitton dressed in elegant and ethereal white lace dresses that delicately revealed bare skin at places creating a romantic wave of desire on the runway and later in various trend reports across the globe. Introduce that trend into your wardrobe in the form of these ethereal yet bohemian Lace earrings, which are perfect for summer.

Lacy Summer Earrings

lacy summer earrings Materials:

  1. Lace 1.5″ wide and 6″ long
  2. double side transparent tape
  3. brass wire – 18g
  4. Acrylic faceted round beads – 2
  5. Pearl studded barrels – 2
  6. copper/gold  rondrell faceted crystals – 2
  7. Gold tone headpins – 2
  8. Gold tone earhooks – 2
  9. Copper cedarwood beads
  10. round nose pliers, wire cutters
  11. Scissors
  12. Needle and matching Thread

DIY lacy summer earrings

Method:

  1. Cut 2.5″ of 18g wire and make a simple loop at both ends.Repeat for the pair.
  2. Cut the lace into 2 lengthwise and apply Double sided tape at the back. Peel back the DST and roll the lace around the 18g looped wire, firmly adhering each layer to the previous one as you roll it into a bead. Repeat for the pair
  3. Add ear hooks to the earrings
  4. To a headpin, add the round bead, followed by the barrel and the crystal and make a simple loop while attaching it to the lower loop of the lace bead.
  5. Thread a needle and sew copper cedarwood beads into the center of the lace beads, firmly sewing together lace ends as you go.

lacy summer earrings (2)Variations:
# Sew beads randomly on the beads tacking the lace up as you go to get a edgy feel to the piece
#You can also paint to color the earrings as I have done in this metallic Lace necklace
# Add bead caps to the beads to make them more structured

How have you used lace in your jewelry creations?

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Lovely Lace: Seven Stunning DIY Jewelry Designs

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Who doesn’t love the look of lace? A little dash of femininity can do wonders for your autumn wardrobe, and lace jewelry is the perfect way to touch up your outfit when the chilly weather strikes. Feminine and fun, lace  accessories are making a comeback this fall, and with the help of AllFreeJewelryMaking, you can be on top of this lovely trend. Gather your jewelry supplies and your fabric scraps to create any style,  whether you prefer edgy glamor or vintage delight. [Read more…]

Link Love: Elegant Lace Crafts

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There’s just something so elegant about lace. This material isn’t always expensive (you can buy a package of paper doilies at a convenience store for a couple of dollars) but the look screams sophistication. Lace is a great craft material because it can be used for a variety of projects – paper crafts, sewing, jewelry making and so much more. You can even invest in lacy yarn and create a delicate scarf or wearable item. Incorporate lace into your home decor or wedding decorations for a classy, old-world feel.

There are plenty of projects on FaveCrafts that evoke the classy feel of lace without breaking the bank. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so why not start working of some decorative craft projects now? Craft a Glitter Lace Heart Box and use it as gift wrap. You can also use it as a memory box and throw in your favorite odds and ends. You can also send cards with lacy elements for birthdays and other special occasions. Be sure to incorporate glitter and stamps so your Butterfly Lace Card makes a major impression. If you’re looking for a crafty way to make your home smell sweet, create your own No Sew Reusable Sachets and fill them with potpourri.

Whether you’re wearing lace or adding a doily to a yummy treat, you can’t go wrong with this element craft material. The vintage feel and girly look will keep your creativity alive well into 2013.

 

 

  1. Lace Crowns from Little Inspiration
  2. Beaded Gold Lace Bracelet from Shine Trim NY
  3. Paper Doily Cupcake Wrapper from Bayside Bride
  4. Lace Dreamcatcher Earrings from Home Heart Craft
  5. Lace Headband from See Kate Sew
  6. Fancy-Sleeved Tee from Lemon Jitters
  7. Ring Bearer Pillow from Wholly Kao
  8. Graceful Lace Flats from Mom Spark
  9. Lace Top & Maxi Skirt from Mollytov

Burned Glue, Bread Dough and More on Cool2Craft TV

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Cool2Craft TV Vintage Inspired

This week, the Cool2Craft design team is sharing vintage inspired crafts! Watch your favorite crafters create super cool projects and join in the on-line live chat. Join EcoHeidi Borchers, Tiffany Windsor, Candace Jedrowicz, and Savannah Starr for this week’s online episode.

EcoHeidi is crafting a Lace Inset T-Shirt, Tiffany is mixing up a batch of Aleene’s Bread Dough to create a Timepiece Inspired Pendant and Earrings set, Savannah is sharing her great-grandmother’s vintage technique of burning glue for the look of metal and Candace is crafting a Vintage Inspired Photo Pendant.

It’s easy to watch the Cool2Craft TV Channel right from your computer. Watch craft demos and join in the live chat at showtime at Cool2Craft.com. Monday October 1, 2012 – 9 am Pacific/11 am Central/noon Eastern.

 

Lovely in Lace: DIY Lacey Sewing Projects

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Is it just me or does adding lace to something make it more elegant, lovely and feminine? Phew, I knew you’d agree. It’s really no wonder the lace craze has hit the runways and the sidewalks alike. Everyone wants to add lace to their clothing and accessories because it’s a simple way to embellish without overdoing it. Not to mention, using lace for your summer sewing projects gives them that easy, breezy feel.

If you’re looking to create lace sewing projects that are sure to impress this summer, check out our ideas below. I’ve rounded up some of the coolest lace ideas and added them to AllFreeSewing so you have access to these free lace patterns.

 

Lace Clothing:

   

Tablecloth Lace Skirt: Yes, this adorable skirt for girls or women is actually made from a vintage tablecloth.

DIY Lace Top: Such a stylish little number. It’s loose fitting so it’s comfy on even the hottest of summer days.

DIY Lace Skirt: For when you feel like getting a little dressy, create the DIY Lace Skirt. It’s simple to make and with an elastic waistband it’s flattering on any body type.

More Ideas:

 

Lace Accessories:

   

Lace Zipper Tutorial: Embellish any ordinary T-shirt with this lace zipper.

Pleated Lace Headband: Make this dainty lace headband and complete your feminine look.

DIY Belt with Lace: Perfect for accentuating your waist, this DIY lace belt is lovely and understated.

 

To find these ideas and more lace sewing projects, check out our 11 Free Lace Sewing Patterns collection.

 

Have you ever sewn with lace? What did you make?

 

 

 

How to Crochet Irish Lace

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St. Patrick’s day is officially upon us!  My mother’s side of the family is part Irish, and we’ve been preparing for our annual  St. Patty’s Day party all week. The corned beef and cabbage is done, the house is clean, and the playlist is made. While I was helping get things ready, my mind soon wrapped itself around all things Irish, including Irish crochet. What better time of the year than St. Partrick’s Day to learn about this fascinating crochet method that leaves me breathless.

Irish crochet is a type of lace that dates back to the 19th century in Ireland. It is characterized by separately crocheted motifs that are later assembled onto a mesh background, or connected to each other with thing thread and needle. A very fine steel crochet hook is needed to make Irish Crochet Lace, as well as fine crochet cotton or linen thread.

Although it looks and sounds rather advanced and intricate, mastering Irish crochet is surprisingly easy. In fact, our friends at AllFreeCrochetAfghanPatterns have a free pattern available, compliments of Patons Yarn. Check it out below!

This is a simple afghan pattern that uses Irish crochet. The Irish Crochet Afghan Pattern is so delicate and soft, you won’t be able to put it down. It would make a great family heirloom. Get started on it today!

For more lace crochet afghan patterns, take a look at this great collection of 21 Lace Crochet Designs for Afghans! If you’re looking for a quick way to add an instant touch of elegance and class to your home, a lace crochet afghan is just the thing!

 

Our friends at AllFreeCrochet also have some fabulous free crochet patterns that use Irish Crochet, too! Take a look at some of my favorites:

 

Irish Lace Pillow

 

 

Aran Nosegay Crochet Throw

 

 

 

 

Irish Oranges Stole

 

 

See some more of my favorite free crochet patterns using Irish crochet from around the web:

Lucky Clover Scarf: This light and delicate scarf was inspired by Irish crochet. It’s made with yellow and green Red Heart Super Saver yarn and J and I crochet hooks.

Irish Crochet Lace Collar: If you’re looking for a more traditional Irish crochet pattern, this delicate lace collar is perfect. Add this to any shirt or dress for instant elegance!

Have you ever made anything with Irish crochet lace? Tell us about it below!

My Very First Lace Sweater

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I’m so proud of myself because I finished my first lace sweater this weekend!

Sweet Pea Sweater

I did not actually intend for this to be the first sweater I’ve ever made. In fact, a year ago I started a gorgeous pleated jacket in chocolate brown wool. The plan was to be done by the end of the summer so that I could start other time sensitive projects like my anniversary gift (September), my Halloween costumer (October), a Hanukkah gift (November), and multiple Christmas projects (December). The jacket was nowhere near done by September, so it hibernated until April, when I finally got a chance to work on it again. Because it’s a complicated piece and I really need all my tools and concentration to work on it, I started this lacy little project to keep at the office and knit during my lunch breaks. I never expected it would be finished before the jacket!

I call this lacy cardigan my Sweet Pea Sweater, named after the soft green Vanna’s Choice Sweet Pea yarn I used. The pattern is designed by Coralie Meslin, and it appeared in the Holiday 2008 issue of Vogue Knitting. It’s a simple project knit in three flat pieces. The two front panels are knit horizontally, starting with the leafy lace pattern at the center and moving out to the cap sleeves. The sleeves are bound off to a point and then folded over to create raglan cap sleeves. There couldn’t be an easier way to make sleeves! The back is knit from the top down, starting with another lace leaf.

Sweet Pea Sweater
I adored this lace pattern. It intimidated me a bit at first; it was 28 rows long, and each row had separate instructions written out. There was no chart whatsoever. However, I found that once I got started, the pattern was very intuitive, and I was able to memorize the repeat for each row after doing it just once. Before attempting your first lace pattern, I would suggest becoming very familiar with increasing, decreasing, yarn overs, and knitting through the back loop.

I’m still not sure how I want to fasten this sweater, but the original pattern showed a ribbon threaded through the eyelets. I’ve found this doesn’t keep the sweater closed very well in front, which is a shame because you can’t see the lace pattern as well when it’s open. In the photo above, I have two safety pins holding things together underneath the ribbon. Any ideas? Should I try buttons?

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