How to Read Filet Crochet Charts

re: How to Read Filet Crochet Charts

Meana640 — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 01:02:36 GMT

Im new to crochet. I have made a blanket, a baby doll blanket, a baby doll pillow and a dress for my 2 year old. I am now trying to make a blanket for my dad. its a filet pattern. Ive heard so many ways it can be done. I understand some of it. but every forum and youtube video says different.

Can you filet crochet using a HDC?

re: How to Read Filet Crochet Charts

RobinJ@9 — Wed, 02 May 2012 22:03:58 GMT

i am disappointed in your filet article. you have chosen to write it in a more 'modern' method of trying to say that the blocks are represented by 3 stitches. this is very confusing to any 'new' person attempting filet when they read all of the standard instructions.

basic 4 -st blocks of filet count the last stitch of the last block as the first stitch of the next block.

your instructions don't account for this. PLUS you don't mention that there are other ways to do filet. such as 3 -st filet.

if you are going to introduce a type of crochet then you should stick to the methods that are used predominantly throughout the rest of the crochet world.

at the moment, i have been stuck on ravelry.com trying to explain to someone that NO, you really aren't trying to tell her to put 3 stitchs in the middle of the block that really it's a 4 count stitch and explaining it so that she can go to ANY filet webite and be able to understand what they are talking about.

plus, if you don't understand the basic concept of each side by side block sharing a stitch then it becomes very difficult to understand how to do the foundation chain with a count of (#blocks x 3 + 1 ). this accounts for the sharing of the inner stitches in the count. OR to understand how many dc should be present if you do a long row of solid blocks which you count by (#blocks x 3 + 1) again, accounting for the sharing of the inner stitch that borders each block.

i am really disappointed. if you don't really know how to do a particular type of crochet then please, don't muddy the waters out there and confuse others who don't know what you are talking about either.

i wouldnt have even read your article except that i was referred here by someone who was confused trying to figure out how 3 stitches worked into the "4-count" open block. i have spent over 24 hours and many postings trying to explain it but she is stuck on the number 3 and tha fact that you said there were only 3 stitches.

yes, in theory there are only 3 with an oddball on the end. But if you teach it this way then there is NO longer any concept of a block.

filet has been around for 100+ years as a 4-stitch concept.

re: How to Read Filet Crochet Charts

Runel — Tue, 01 May 2012 06:36:34 GMT

At last !!! Something I can share a crochet pattern with my fellow crocheters !

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rosemarie lewis — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 23:42:09 GMT

I have made the angel baby afghan featured in the Dec.2008 crochet world and love seeing the results. Have given it 4 times as shower gifts and it is always a hit.

re: How to Read Filet Crochet Charts

Toni Rexroat — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 19:29:09 GMT

Hi elizabuff72! Yes, there are some books and patterns in the Crochet Me Shop. Some of these patterns are worked with thread or yarn and some are worked with wire!

www.interweavestore.com/.../Search.aspx

You should also check out the Yellow Leaf Bracelet in Simple Crochet Patterns from Crochet Me: 5 Free Easy Crochet Patterns.

www.crochetme.com/free-easy-crochet-patterns

re: How to Read Filet Crochet Charts

bethintx — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:28:04 GMT

I have crocheted a filet crochet project, but never knitted one.

re: How to Read Filet Crochet Charts

Toni Rexroat — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:46:33 GMT

IrisH@2, you can easily work the Diamond Sage Wrap without the beads by ignoring the bead directions. I have done this with other patterns. Good luck!

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IrisH@2 — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:49:21 GMT

Is it possible to crochet this wrap without using beads? Could I just follow the instructions for the filet crochet and ignore the directions for adding beads?

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elizabuff72 — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:25:23 GMT

Hi! I so love your website and especially appreciate the free E-books! I was wondering if you have any patterns or E-books that feature crocheted jewelry (like bracelets, necklaces, or earrings)? My daughters love jewelry and I was thinking what a perfect gift that would be for both of them. Thanks!

re: How to Read Filet Crochet Charts

DJ Hendricks — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:54:19 GMT

I loved this article. Its been ages since I've done any filet crochet and the Diamond Sage Wrap pattern is just the thing to get me back into it. More, please, on filet crochet!

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cleanerlady — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:45:28 GMT

I have done filet crochet in thread, a fine yarn and a worsted weight yarn. All projects were lovely when done. The result is a sturdy, stable fabric. It is a fun technique.

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Rose Blank — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:38:07 GMT

I'm currently living in Brazil and they use filet crochet alot! I've made rugs and covers for propane tank & 20 liter water jug. The charts allowed me to make things when I had limited knowledge of Portuguese - the dictionaries aren't much help for craft terms!