

Continue as for row 3, working 4 sc in each group of 4 loops. To start, pull just the first two loops off your knitting needle, and work 2 sc in the loops. Work as for row 2b except for the first and last groups of stitches. Continue in this manner, pulling four loops at a time off the knitting needle and working four sc in each set of loops.ģb. Being careful not to pull your working yarn too tight (as this will shrink your first broomstick lace loop), yo and pull through the four loops, ch1 (counts as first sc), work three more sc through the four loops.

Slide 4 loops off the knitting needle and onto your crochet hook. Repeat this until you have pulled up a loop in each stitch of your foundation row (48 loops on knitting needle).Ģb. Insert your hook in the next st, pull up a loop, and place it over the knitting needle. Without turning, starting from the left side of your work, pull up a loop and place it onto your knitting needle.
BROOMSTICK LACE PATTERN HOW TO
(See Video for comparison) Broomstick Lace Video Tutorial How to Make the Chunky Broomstick Lace NeckwarmerĢa. If you’d prefer to have the lace “stacked”, just repeat row 2 until you reach your desired height.

This neckwarmer uses the offset broomstick lace technique.
BROOMSTICK LACE PATTERN FREE
You will just have to adjust your starting chain length and the number of rows you make! Feel free to also experiment with how many loops you use per “bunch” or other aspects of broomstick lace. You may make this neckwarmer with any weight yarn and an appropriate hook. If you prefer, you may start with a standard chain rather than a foundation single crochet. If you are new to broomstick lace, here is an instructional video showing you how to do this fun technique! Still using a single skein of Rasta, you could increase the starting stitch count by 8 stitches and work one fewer rows. If you prefer a wider cowl, increase the starting stitch count in multiples of 4 stitches. Gauge is 4 rows and 10 sts in 4″ Pattern Notes
