Over 30 Free Filet Crochet Patterns

Over 30 Free Filet Crochet Patterns

The filet crochet technique is a fun skill to add to your needlework arsenal.  We have collected resources to help you expand your horizons and make the most of your hooks and yarn.

What is Filet Crochet?

Filet crochet uses positive and negative space in block form to draw pictures. Using open chain spaces and double crochet blocks creates a lace fabric. The block structure is easily shown on a chart—perfect for those who sometimes struggle to keep their place in a pattern of written instructions.

To learn the basics of how to filet crochet, click the link for our helpful page.

What Can I Make with Filet Crochet?

Using crochet thread and a steel hook, you can make the “Boo” bookmark or the Filet Bookmark. (Scroll down to see the links to any filet crochet pattern mentioned here.)  Thread crochet is the traditional way to do filet crochet.  The Frilly Heart Coaster/Doily is another traditional thread pattern.  The Leaflet Wall Hanging pattern is a more ambitious project done in DK cotton and finished with fringe at the bottom—a real conversation piece for your living room!

Using larger hooks and yarn, this technique also makes larger projects such as the Kehlani Throw or the Half-Moon Rug in super bulky yarn—ideal for a last-minute gift.  The Filet Dinosaur Baby Blanket uses finer yarn and shows filet can be used for more than just floral lace patterns!

Can I Make Wearable Items with Filet Crochet?

We’re glad you asked!  See the links below for a Forte Filet Tee or the Cloud Catcher Pullover you can wear with jeans or a skirt.  Shawl patterns for filet crochet are easy to do and fun:  Butterfly Shawl, 3-Way Infinity Shawl, and Crescendo Filet Wrap are just a few of the shawl patterns we collected.

Accessories are another place where filet crochet shows off its versatility.  Make a mesh Market Bag for grocery shopping—the mesh stretches to hold all your purchases. If you prefer a large tote bag (great for a day at the beach or at school) take a look at the Filet Crochet Bag.

Gift Ideas in Filet Crochet

For a dog lover, check out the Beagle Filet chart. Yes, it is a detailed silhouette of a noble hound dog. You can crochet it for a friend or for yourself.

Crazy Flowers in a Vase is a traditional floral pattern that makes a rectangular doily.  It would be a nice housewarming gift. Other items for the kitchen include the Heart Jar Cozy and the Hexagon Diamond Coasters.

Once you master the simple techniques and chart reading of filet crochet, you will be hooked.  Use your skills to create for yourself and those you love.   Hint: spread the love by making shawls or blankets for a convalescent home or hospital.  Be sure to check with the facility to find out what is needed.  Bookmarks (and books) can brighten the day for a person who is housebound, too. Your skills are a gift to be enjoyed and used.