Crochet Delicate Floral Trim with Elegant Picots Free Pattern

Crochet Delicate Floral Trim with Elegant Picots

Materials:

• Lightweight cotton yarn (approximately 100g)
• Crochet hook size 3.5mm (E)
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge: Not critical; make a swatch to determine your tension with the chosen yarn and hook.

Finished Size: Approx. 2 inches wide by desired length (multiple options available).

Stitches Used:

• Chain (ch)
• Slip stitch (sl st)
• Double crochet (dc)
• Single crochet (sc)

Pattern Instructions:

1. Make a slip knot and ch 36 (or any multiple of 12 for longer trim).
2. Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each ch across (35 sc). Turn.
3. Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn.
4. Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 1 dc in the first sc, *ch 2, skip 2 sc, 2 dc in the next sc; repeat from * across, ch 2, skip last 2 sc, dc in last sc. Turn.
5. Row 4: Ch 1, sc in each dc and ch-2 space across. Turn.
6. Row 5: Ch 3, 2 dc in first sc, *ch 2, 3 dc in next sc; repeat from * across, ch 2, 1 dc in last sc. Turn.
7. Row 6: Ch 1, sc in first st, *picot: ch 3, sl st in base of ch; 1 sc in next 2 dc; repeat from * across, ending with sl st in last sc. Fasten off.

Finishing: Weave in all ends securely. Block your trim lightly to open up the lace work.

This delicate floral trim can be used to decorate clothing, bags, or even as a decorative edge for table runners. Enjoy your beautiful creation!