Lace knitted dresses have always been and will be quite popular because they look very feminine and graceful. Of course, a true lady can look charming in jeans and a simple T-shirt, but a lace dress... What woman could refuse that? Nowadays, knitted dresses can be bought in stores, as well as ordered from craftswomen, because it often happens that things that would correspond to all your ideas are simply not found on store shelves.

I would like to put dresses knitted using the Irish lace technique on a separate level among all. Even though the process of knitting them is quite labor-intensive and painstaking, the result is definitely worth the effort spent on it. Let's take a closer look at what types of Irish lace dresses there are, what it is and how to wear it correctly.

What is Irish lace?

First, you need to understand the most important thing: what is Irish lace? Surely many women have seen things knitted using this technique and admired them, but did not know the name. So, Irish lace is a knitting method in which the product is assembled from individual motifs. Most often they are plant-based, that is, leaves, flowers and all that stuff, although there are also geometric shapes. First, these same motifs are knitted, and then they are put together.

There are several methods for assembling motifs. Some craftswomen simply immediately connect them together, but the most common method is to connect the motifs using a grid. For those who like this method, but find it too labor-intensive, there is a workaround - you can first knit an elegant mesh, and only then sew Irish lace motifs onto it.

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Dresses knitted with Irish lace are the most popular items for this knitting method. Of course, you can also see shawls knitted using this technique and skirts, but dresses are clearly in the lead here, which is completely surprising to me, since they look the most impressive. There are many different models of Irish lace dresses, so to speak, for every taste. You can knit a classic dress, or a more revealing one for a beach holiday, and you can also knit wedding dresses from Irish lace that look simply amazing. Since lace dresses are most often translucent due to the fact that there are always holes in the knitting - small and not particularly so, for the more shy representatives of the fair sex, you can put a lining under these dresses. If you think it over correctly, it will only add charm to the dress, and you will also feel comfortable in it.

How to wear dresses and sundresses made of Irish lace?

Dresses with Irish lace have a unique style, so you need to wear them wisely to make them look decent and attractive. Of course, the main role is played by what the dress itself is like. It should be stylish and interesting, and not knitted in the manner of Soviet robes, which, no matter how you put them on, will look simply terrifying, especially on a young and beautiful girl. But it is also important to know how to wear it.

For example, heeled shoes go best with a lace dress - no ballet flats or sneakers, as they will ruin the whole look. The most you can afford are sandals. In addition, you should not wear a lot of jewelry - earrings will be enough, since a dress made of Irish lace in itself is a worthy decoration for any girl. If it’s cool outside, then you can put an elegant bolero or cape on top of such a dress, but lace will look no less interesting with a denim or leather jacket, which will only emphasize its elegance.

Everything you need to create a dress

To achieve a successful result in the creative process, you need to cut out an individual sketch with undercuts from the canvas, think about the ornament of the future composition, taking into account the shaped lines. When composing the motif on the created pattern, we close them and combine the elements of the pattern along the side seams. When the contours of the ornament protrude beyond the outline of the sketch, the protruding elements are drawn on the adjacent part, taking into account when filling the empty area with motifs.

Having familiarized ourselves with the short technique, we prepare the necessary tools and material for creativity.

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Materials for work

In the process of working on a lace dress we will need:

• fabric for preparing the pattern;
• hook size 1.8 millimeters;
• hook size 1.2 millimeters;
• cotton, viscose or silk threads for details;
• thread for connecting elements;
• foam pad;
• tailor's scissors;
• needle;
• schematic patterns of fragments of planned clothing;
• diagram of an invented compositional drawing.

In addition to the prepared material and tools, we will need to stock up on patience, perseverance, aesthetic taste and a well-developed imagination.

You can see how the Irish lace dress is made using the technique in the photo below.

For knitting using the Irish lace technique, the models and patterns of the dress itself are offered for your reference.

Creating a delightful dress begins with knitting individual fragments of an invented composition. Let's start by knitting floral patterns.

Ten petal flower

Let's look at a step-by-step description of knitting a flower.

Step 1

We collect 10 air loops and connect them into a ring.

Step 2

We tie the ring with 20 single crochets.

Step 3

We knit 30 single crochets.

Step 4

We perform 40 single crochets.

Step 5

We knit 50 single crochets.

Step 7

We knit the next row six single crochets.

Step 8

The following rows are knitted in descending order - five, four, three, two, one single crochet.

Step 9

We go down to the base of the petal with connecting loops and knit the next petal. The knitting process is repeated, all the petals are knitted using this technique.

Having finished knitting a flower plant of ten petals, we proceed to knitting a flower of six petals. At the same time, we strictly adhere to the floral pattern.

Following the schematic explanations, we continue to work on creating plant fragments from which the dress will be assembled. Step by step we knit the pieces of clothing and put them in an organizer as we go.

Having finished knitting the details, we think about the next steps.

Layout of details on a sketch

Before we begin assembling the planned item, we prepare a rectangular foam pillow and place a fabric dress pattern on it. On the linen sketch of the product, we lay out all the connected elements face down according to a well-thought-out scheme of the plant composition, and secure them with tailor’s pins. Having finished fixing the parts, we proceed to assembly using a hook and a thin thread. The dress shown in the photo is assembled using an irregular net, but needlewomen can choose another type of net. It all depends on the craftswoman’s idea.

Types of assembly mesh

Elements of Irish lace are interconnected by three types of networks:

• fillet mesh;
• “Honeycomb” grid;
• asymmetrical mesh.

Depending on the idea of ​​the author of the product, the elements can be connected to each other using any convenient method. The main joining technique used in Irish lace is fillet mesh. The asymmetrical space between elements is filled with an irregular network. This is the method that will fill the void between the fragments of our Irish pattern. For options for an asymmetric network, see the schematic diagram below.

When starting to knit mesh, use the advice of professional craftswomen:

Tip 1

If something doesn’t suit you when knitting a mesh, undo it without regret. The more often you do this kind of work, the more experience you will have, and knitting the net will become automatic.

Tip 2

As you work, keep an eye on the thread so that it is tightly tied. Avoid loose or loose hinges.

Tip 3

Knit air arches from five or more loops, and stitches of at least two crochets.

Tip 4

Attach the stitches to at least two stitches, and the stitches to at least two double crochets. It will come to automaticity. to the elements, grabbing at least three threads from the binding of the fragment.

Tip 5

The spans of the asymmetric network should consist of five edges and look like a honeycomb with a variety of cells.

Tip 6

Change the direction of work more often - knit four cells in one direction, then turn around and knit five more cells. Repeat the work in a circle.

Tip 7

When an element has a picot, a mesh needs to be attached to it to prevent the picot from bending.

Having finished filling the gap between the elements of the front of the dress, we smoothly move on to filling the empty space of the back. Having connected the front and back, we knit the straps for the dress. We use the caterpillar cord. Here is a chic dress made using the Irish lace technique and it’s ready.

You can go to any festive event in such a wonderful and delightful outfit. By adding a chiffon shawl on the shoulders to the unusual clothes, the dress will look very elegant, feminine and extravagant. You can be sure that your homemade exclusive item will look better than any store-bought clothing. It is impossible to take your admiring glance away from such beauty. Create and conquer the world with new interesting products!

According to legend, Irish lace was first made by sailors who missed their native lands on long voyages.

In the 14th century, the technique of creating aerial patterns reached its peak of popularity. Nowadays, the fashion for them fades away and then revives again, it all depends on current fashion trends.

Technology or art

In addition to the prosaic “sea” version, there is another theory about the origin of the art of weaving Irish lace, according to which natural patterns were woven into finished fabrics by nuns in the monasteries of Ireland. Traditional patterns were plant motifs - flowers, insects, petals.

The history of the spread of lace is closely connected with the history of the country. Most of the country's inhabitants lived poorly and had the opportunity to eat only food that they grew themselves. Crops often spoiled due to heavy rains or died due to fires. In one of the cities of the country, at the monastery, the nuns opened small schools for girls, in which they began to teach students the skills of Venetian lace.

The work used simple coarse flax threads and small wooden sticks. Cotton was inexpensive and could be purchased in large quantities, which gave room for creativity. Knitting from cotton thread turned out to be voluminous. Flowers and plants seemed to come to life on the fabric. The highlight of the execution was the assembly of individual elements, from which entire canvases, tablecloths or clothes for the fair sex were then created.

The dimensions of knitted lace elements are not regulated by anything other than the personal taste of the craftswoman. Weave huge peonies or miniature butterflies to your heart's content.

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You will find inexpensive Mango guipure dresses.

Black dresses with a white collar will allow you to choose a less pretentious outfit.

In the monasteries, each craftswoman specialized in one particular pattern: a leaf, a bud, a petal, a geometric figure, and so on. The method of knitting individual parts was kept as a family secret, jealously guarded from curious tailors. Unfortunately, many unique schemes have sunk into oblivion and cannot be renewed. But some have survived. For example, there are books in which it is printed.

The originality of lace did not go unnoticed by Italian, French and English fashion designers, and the nuns' business instantly expanded. One of them turned out to be Mademoiselle Riego de Blancardier. Thanks to her, they began to use a working tool that resembles a modern crochet hook when making lace.

Riego de Blancardier wrote a book on needlework in 1846, in which she collected all the patterns and ornaments made from cotton thread known to her. The author's advice is still used by craftsmen and tailors who work with weaving techniques.

As soon as machine-made lace came into fashion, handmade lace began to be in less demand. The cheapness and high speed of work attracted fashionistas; they began to give preference to less sophisticated, but affordable outfits. Dressing inexpensively but nicely will also help. This option is suitable for both a summer walk and an evening out.

The fashion for airy hand-knitted patterns was revived by Queen Victoria of England. She was a big fan of needlework; her summer outfits and umbrellas were not complete without lace trim. The queen's sympathy was echoed by the courtiers. Apprentices sewed outfits entirely from lace or decorated individual elements of clothing.

Runway chic

Fashionable styles

Irish lace has inspired world designers to create not only individual masterpieces, but also collections. Famous brands Oscar de la Renta and Roberto Cavalli have become the authors of evening and cocktail dresses made using ancient weaving techniques. The dresses are covered from top to bottom with floral and plant motifs. Many fashion designers have used the “mermaid” silhouette; it amazingly emphasizes the grace of the female figure.

In the 21st century, when any type of ornament or pattern can be created using machinery and other automated equipment, Irish lace is made exclusively by hand. A machine cannot recreate the volume of weaving; this is only possible with the help of the thinnest hook. The product is assembled using the hands of a craftsman and a miniature needle. The result is an outfit in which there is not a single seam.

The works of the talented designer Asya Werten are widely known. The peculiarity of the master’s creative approach lies in the combination of correct proportions, the use of exclusive details and shades of threads, well-placed accents and a perfect fit. The craftswoman carefully thinks through every detail of the dress.

For example, the “Eden” dress, made by Asya Verten, created a real sensation among fans of Irish lace. In one outfit, the artist combined five shades of green and seven shades of red. Thanks to the skillful combination of colors, the patterns create the impression of three times the volume. From the outside, the design appears to be printed on fabric. The final accent in the design was Swarovski crystals. They decorate rose petals.

Eden from Asya Verten

Crochet - is it possible to create a masterpiece with your own hands?

Let's return to the question of the peculiarities of lace weaving and creating outfits. The uniqueness of knitting lies in the use of threads of different thicknesses:

• the middle one is used as the main thread to create a pattern;
• a thick thread is used as an auxiliary thread, it is used as a supplement to the middle thread;
• mesh or miniature decorative elements are knitted finely.

Simple DIY outfit (photo)

For each type of thread, a hook of a certain thickness is used. The voids between the elements are filled with a mesh, which is also crocheted.

Each motif has a three-dimensional texture on only one side. It may consist of petals in several tiers.

The mesh, which is knitted between the parts, is made randomly or in an orderly manner (loin type). It is better to make connections from a thinner thread. You can start weaving from any element.

The density of the details depends on the style of the outfit and the individual preferences of the craftswoman. It is recommended not to overload complex motifs with an intricately shaped mesh.

Schemes for creating a masterpiece

Below is the technique for knitting a lace dress:

1. To work, you will need threads of three types of thickness, the same number of hooks, a pattern according to which the product is supposed to be made, and a special soft surface to which the craftswoman will pin the finished parts.
2. The work begins with weaving various motifs. These can be flowers, insects, plants. It is important to use detailed diagrams with descriptions.
3. The finished parts should be laid out on a paper pattern. You can come up with your own design, or you can repeat the designer’s pattern. The products are secured taking into account darts and gathers so that the finished dress fits exactly to the figure.
4. After this, all the motifs are gradually connected to each other using a grid. It consists of a chain of air loops and columns in a chaotic order. The result is a single piece of product.
5. Finally, the dress is removed from the pattern. If the craftswoman made the back and front separately, then the parts should be connected.

Knitting traditional patterns

Below are several traditional patterns that will help you master the weaving method.

Shamrock

Flower diagram

Floral patterns (outline)

Children `s dress

Children's dresses made using the Irish lace technique can have a fitted silhouette and a trapezoidal shape. The outfit does not need additional decoration, since the dress itself is sufficiently decorated.

Contrasting threads may be used in girls' outfits. For example, on a white background, scarlet roses or burgundy poppies, green petals or ivy look original.

Child model

Symbols on diagrams (photo)

Evening models

Evening dresses made from Irish lace fit perfectly, as they are made to individual measurements. This outfit simultaneously combines sexuality, status, beauty and uniqueness of a woman. on the floor can be worn over silk underwear, a combination in tone or in a contrasting color.

Most often, designers create models complete with underwear. The classic version of the ensemble is an openwork dress worn on a light brown silk lining (to create a naked effect). Those with an extravagant character can wear.

Evening look

Wedding dresses

Products made using the Irish lace technique have delighted and inspired fashionistas and designers for several centuries. The method of weaving patterns does not become outdated over the years; on the contrary, ancient techniques are revived again and again in the creation of new outfits.

Don’t forget to replenish your summer wardrobe with a new item of the season - surprisingly feminine and graceful.

Video

This video will tell you how to sew a dress from Irish lace with your own hands.

The lace model will not go unnoticed. As the old saying goes: “A man chooses a woman, and a woman chooses a man from among her admirers. So, an openwork dress will provide a woman with a wide choice!

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This is my first dress in IR.
Next I will describe how it was given to me. maybe someone will find my work useful

I was inspired by Irish lace from the Internet and decided to try to make it for myself in the same style.
I haven’t worked with Irish lace yet, but it will be even more interesting.
To begin with, I knitted samples of some motifs that I like and are not particularly difficult to perform.
Below I will give a detailed description of each of them.


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One skein of 50g is untied here.
Violet threads from YarnArt.


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These are multi-layered flowers, as many can be obtained from one skein.
I knit the rest of the skein or small elements or, like here, a twig, as long as the thread is enough.


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Knitting a flower:
Dial 6 v. n. connect into a ring.
1r. Three lifting loops, 15 double crochets in a ring.
2 rub. 8 arches of 3 air loops secured with a single crochet.
3 rubles We make a petal over each arch. the first and last single crochet, and in the center 5 tbsp. double crochet
4r. 8 arches from 5th century. p., with fastening under between the leaves of the previous layer.
5 rub. We make a petal over each arch. the first and last single crochet, and in the center 7 tbsp. double crochet
6r. 8 arches from the 6th century. p., with fastening under between the leaves of the previous layer.
7r. We make a petal over each arch. the first and last single crochet, and in the center 9 tbsp. double crochet
If the description is not very clear, there are many schemes of similar flowers.
Here you can fantasize with the number of layers and the shape of the petals

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This is a diagram of a leaf. I'll describe it in more detail with photos.

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1. tie a 16th century chain. p. connect into a ring, tie with 24 st. b\n, and make 3 lift-turn loops

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2. Rotate the work. Skip one bottom st. Knit 11 sts, taking both braids.
Arch of 5 air loops. Skip one bottom st. Knit 11 sts, taking both braids.
3 lifting and turning loops.

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3. Rotate the work. Skip one bottom st. Knit 10 sc, taking both braids.
Then four single stitches under the loops of the arch. Arch of 5 air loops. And three more single stitches under the hinges of the arch. Further
We continue knitting st b/n, stop without knitting 2 st b/n to the edge and make three lifting and turning loops.

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4. Rotate the work. Skip one bottom st. Knit st b/n in each bottom. Three tbsp. b/n under the hinges of the arch.
Arch 5th century p. and four more tbsp. b\n under the arch. Be careful at this stage.
On the side where we knit three columns under the arch, a concave edge will be formed, where four - a convex edge of the leaf.
After four tbsp. We continue knitting under the arch, not reaching two sts. to the edge.

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5. Rotate the work. Skip one bottom st. Knit st b/n in each bottom. Four tbsp. b/n under the hinges of the arch.
Arch 5th century p. and three more tbsp. b\n under the arch. We continue knitting, not reaching three stitches here and in subsequent rows. to the edge.
We make three lifting and turning loops.

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6.--12. We continue to knit everything in the same way, guided by the principle, after turning at the beginning one st. we skip,
under the arch we knit 4 stitches on the convex side and 3 on the concave side and at the end three stitches. we don't tie it up.
Continue knitting until the leaf reaches the desired size. I like the number 12. One big + 11 small holes.

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13. We untie in the same way as the previous rows, but under the arch we make only 7 tbsp. b\n.

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14. untie in the same way, but on the rounding we make 2 tbsp. b\n extra, so that the round edge does not pull.

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15. Well, we knit the final row to the middle of the rounding, the last st. replace it with a blind loop and secure it.
A blind loop will allow you to finish the knitting by nullifying it.

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During the knitting process, the leaf spins very much, so it looks unsteamed.

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50 grams of leaves and small parts from the remainder

Next is a small MK of the "Curl" motif


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1. Tie 20cm of braided cord. Make 3 lifting loops. Link st. s\n

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2. Twist the post. I do 5 pairs of entanglements. In total, tie 12 twisted columns into each loop of the braid.
This way the braid lies in a circle.

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3. Tie another 9 twisted columns with fastening through one loop into a pigtail,
so that there is no further rounding or it is minimal.

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4. Next 3 tbsp. s\n in two steps, 3 tbsp. s\n in one go, 3 tbsp. b\n. and further until the end of the motive with blind loops.

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5. Rotate the work. Tie with arches from 3 in. p., securing art. b/n between entwined posts,
and in the area of ​​blind loops every third.
Secure with a blind loop opposite the fourth entwined post. to form a loop.

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6. turn the work. Make the piping of the arches: 2 tbsp. b\n, 3 c. p., 2 tbsp. b\n.
Finish with a blind loop.
This is a cute and not at all complicated curl.

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50gr. curls.

Next I will knit a large openwork shell


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1. Tie a braid about 32cm - 100 loops

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2. 3 lifting loops and st. s\n in the first loop of the braid. 2nd century P..
Then knit two sts. s\n in every second loop of the braid,
alternating with two c. p.. knit 25 pairs.

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3. Continue knitting pairs of stitches, but alternating with one in. p. to the end of the braid

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4. Rotate the work. Tie the arches st. b\n: 3 pieces under 1c. p, 4 pcs each under 2v. P.
Secure 21-22 pairs of posts into the ring opposite, so that it fits nicely in a circle.
Knit 3 blind loops into the loops of the braid

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5. Art. b\n in the third loop of the arches. again 3 blind loops in a pigtail.
St s\n in the third loop of the arches.
thus knit six stitches. s\n.

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6. Next, knit 4 blind loops in a pigtail, and switch to double crochets,
so that the shell spreads a little. At the end of the braid, make a tie
three tbsp. b\n the extreme column of three air loops. Secure the end of the work with a blind loop.

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I applied almost half the volume.
I start to play around, I scattered motifs all over the dress,
I appreciate what happens.

I bought 12 skeins in total. This is spread out into 4 skeins.
This means the second half will be about the same.
The remaining threads are for gathering and perhaps a small sleeve,
it will be seen along the way.
I hope to fit into 12 skeins

Another "spiral" motif

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1. Wind 3 turns of thread around your hand. you can use a template: a book, a ruler, etc.
The final size of the element will depend on the length of the wound thread.

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2. Knit 2 tbsp. b\n for three threads.
Thread an auxiliary thread to make it easier to hold the work at the beginning.

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3. Knit 5-7 tbsp. b\n already for all six threads

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4. Pull out the auxiliary thread and move the knitted stitches to the edge,
so that the hole at the beginning closes and so that the turns lie more tightly.

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5. Continue knitting in stitches, every 10-12 stitches I move them slightly, compacting them
as much as it pleases the eye.
When the row ends, I insert an auxiliary thread so that the work lies more comfortably in the hand.

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6. Knit to the end, pull out the auxiliary thread
and knit another 5-6 stitches into the outer loop.
Fasten and trim, leaving 50 cm of free thread, thread through a ketel needle.
Or any with a large comfortable ear.

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7. Next we will sew. We lay out the lace in a circle and sew the pigtails through the loops.

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8. This is the front side.

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9. Continue stitching as much as you like. Either to the end or leaving a tail.
I'll leave a small tail for now.
When assembling the dress, you will see what to do with it next.

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A berry or a button, as you please.
1. Wind 10 turns around a pencil.
2. 3. 4. Knit three rows of single crochets one above the other, always inserting the hook into the center.
You can knit more until the hole in the center closes.
The volume of the berry depends on this.
I plan to use this item right away.
That’s why I immediately make two lifting loops.

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I turn the button inside out on the face, on this side it looks more convex.
I attach it to the shell inside with a blind loop, make two more blind loops for a total of three blind loops in the braid.
Then double crochet the button and alternate almost until the end.
At the end I make the stitches longer, I decide by eye, one stitch with two crochets,
and two more double crochet stitches. Trying not to pull and lay down beautifully.

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Untying the fifth skein

In the comments there was a question about the hook number. I find it difficult to answer.
I have an old Soviet set for 4 rubles 50 kopecks. I use the smallest one.

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Another skein of curls.

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Another skein of leaves.

This results in a lot of dense elements.
I decided to introduce another easier one.

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And so I tied off one skein of violet with this flower.

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For further work, assembling the product, it turned out that additional devices would be needed.

I made them myself in a couple of days.

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These are oval pillows for placing under the undercuts of the butt and hips.

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This is a 33/40 cm rectangular tablet for collecting straight areas.
For convenience and rigidity, plywood is inserted inside.

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Based on the size of my cups, I made two hemispherical pillows,
for ease of work in the area of ​​chest darts.

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This is the set of pillows for work.
On the advice of experienced craftswomen, I decided to use foam rubber.

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Now to make the base for the work on which the lace elements will be basted.

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All elements are laid out on the base and basted inside out.

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Since I don’t have a model figure at all. And I know from experience that the most interesting thing is
It’s like the product will fit exactly on a real person.
In the magazines they are all super pretty.
So for those who are curious, here are my measurements, height 153, hips 104, chest 88, waist 74.

For edging the neckline and zipper line I used a cord based on a pigtail,
tied on both sides with a crayfish step.

During the basting process, we still had to tie up the elements. not enough.
And I decided that they should be tight.
As a result, the elements took 10 skeins of Violet thread from YarnArt 282m in a 50-gram skein.
The dress is already noticeable, weighs half a kilo.

I'm moving on to assembly.

I decided to assemble it using a needle with the same thread, in other words, to sew a mesh.

Working with a tablet looks something like this: we prick a straight section.
Let's sew. We chip away. Let's move it. We prick the next section.

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For convenience and greater anatomical accuracy of the product, we use pads on the undercuts.

So I sewed off the front of the dress.

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And the back

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The view from the inside wrinkles a little, because when we prick the tablet, we stretch the elements and the canvas a little.
Don’t let this bother you, the better the fit will be.

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We assemble the sleeve unfolded on a tablet

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Sew off the mesh sleeves.

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Sew the side seams of the sleeves.

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We sew the sleeves into the armhole.

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Using a small pad, we begin to sew the mesh along the side seam of the sleeve and the armhole.
here you will have to tinker, cutting the product in small sections due to the complex shape of the armhole.
But it's worth it!!! do not neglect the accuracy of the cut, the product will thank you later,
And it fits like a glove

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Next, after the entire mesh is sewn,
I washed the dress manually and without ceremony
spin speed 800. The dress is cotton, takes a long time to dry.
It is better to dry in a warm room.
then ironed it without removing it from the base.
And then I cut off the basting.
I will not describe the making of the lining.
Anyone who knows how to sew will sew.
If you don't know how, order it from a dressmaker.

Advice, the lining also needs to be sewn according to the figure.
I used the same pattern as for making the base.
do not forget to allow for a loose fit so that
When walking, the dress did not creep up.

The lace and lining were joined manually along the neckline and zipper.

This is what the dress looks like from the inside out.

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I decided to sew up the slit in the back of the skirt with a flower, but left a slit in the lining,
All the same, the lining is not knitwear.
The dress is not long and elastic, there is no discomfort when walking.

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A little close-up.

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And this is all that remains of 12 skeins of thread. almost right next to each other.

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Well, here's the finish. Thank you for your patience to read to the end.

Good luck to everyone in all your endeavors.

And the pleasure of the work done.

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The crowning achievement of any needlewoman’s career can be a crocheted dress using the Irish lace technique. After all, this is the most complex, smoky, labor-intensive knitting technique.

Why is it so difficult to knit Irish lace?

1. You need to make the right pattern, ideal for your figure. The motifs are connected by mesh into a single fabric without seams; if your pattern does not slightly correspond to the size of the figure, then it will be very difficult to unravel and bandage the finished product.
2. The pattern must have darts, you can’t do without them. Only with darts will the dress fit properly. If you are not sure of the accuracy of the pattern, then take and sew a dress from any fabric using it. Try it on and adjust it on yourself.
3. The product consists of a large number of elements; it is very important to choose a beautiful color scheme for them. You often see craftswomen demonstrating their dresses using the Irish lace technique, but you realize that they are too tacky, or, conversely, too simple. It seems clear that everything is connected clearly, a lot of work has been spent, but the product does not “sparkle” with its beauty. But this technique was created so that we could create masterpieces that are unique in their kind.
4. Needlewomen advise not to choose many different motifs if you are not confident in your skills. After all, the more elements of Irish lace you knit, the more difficult it is to fit them harmoniously into the finished dress. Those who knit in Ireland have recently chosen simpler elements, but professionals prefer to create original elements that are unlike anyone else. Not only is it very difficult to repeat the work once connected, but it is not always possible to guess the diagram of a particular element. Professionals must have their secrets.
5. It is necessary to break the thread and hide the ends at the end of knitting each motif. And there can be 50 – 100 – 200 or even more motifs in one dress. Each time you need to take a needle, hide the tip, cut off the excess yarn, subject it to heat or wet treatment and assemble separate compositions from them.
6. The last and satisfyingly monotonous part of the work is connecting individual elements of Irish lace into a whole dress. If you connect them with an irregular mesh, then you need to use a thin hook, which means it will take a long time to connect. The mesh should not spoil the compositions, but complement them.
7. A dress using the Irish lace technique cannot be knitted in 1 or 2 weeks; real masterpieces take months to create, which means you will have to spend a lot of patience and labor. Not everyone makes it to the finish line. And those who make it can rightfully be proud of themselves. The dress should be left to descendants as a family treasure and passed on by inheritance.

Would you like to knit a dress using the Irish lace technique? Then choose the appropriate models or simply be inspired by our selection.

Dresses using the Irish lace technique, works by our authors

Work by Svetlana Shevchenko Sova Fotina. The initial idea was to create a tunic in an oriental style, then the opportunity arose to create a whole dress. I used a combination of different shades of blue and cyan, characteristic of Turkish national ornaments, and

The wedding dress is made using the technique of stacked Irish lace. 100% cotton Violet and Canaris with motifs and mesh, hook size 1.0 and 0.6. White pearl beads are knitted into the mesh throughout the dress, and in the center of each flower there is a

Summer sketch, model using Irish lace technique

Dress “Summer Study”, size 52. The model is knitted to order. The dress is crocheted using the technique of interlocking guipure lace. Threads in selected colors: “Alize”, “Iris”, “Cotonex Eva”, “Kartopu kristal”, “YarnArt”, “Anna”, etc. Mostly mercerized cotton, but there were

Dress “Sun” I knitted this dress as a birthday present for my friend Anna. It was made using the Irish lace technique, the yarn was used by Alize Miss, 100% Merc. cotton, 50 g skein, meter 280 meters, hook

Sapphire Tale - model made using Irish lace technique

Hello handicraft girls! I would like to present to you my fantasy of a children's dress for my friend's granddaughter. The threads are the same as for the jacket: “Tulip”, “Sapphire”, “Egypt” for the mesh, “Vegas” for the cords, “Camellia” Lurex. Knitted for finishing 4th grade. I also knitted

The “Emerald” dress is knitted using the Irish lace technique according to MOD 545 magazine. “Violet” yarn is 100% cotton and “Atlas” yarn is used for finishing the motifs and mesh. Yarn made in Turkey. Description of the dress: first, a dress pattern is made, attached to a tablet (made of foam rubber

The dress “Azure Summer 2” is knitted using the Irish lace technique. Yarn "satin" 100% polyester. Yarn made in Turkey. The motifs are knitted in 2 threads, the mesh is knitted in 1 thread. Description of the dress: first, a dress pattern is made, attached to a tablet (made of foam rubber

The “Midsummer Night's Dream” dress is made using the Irish lace technique from cotton and viscose yarn in red, orange, black and various shades of green. Hooks No. 0.85, No. 1.15 and No. 1.6. Dress size 50-52. Red flowers (poppies)

Sundress for girls in the style of Irish lace

Work by Lyudmila Maksyutova. Dress for a two-year-old girl in the style of Irish lace. The threads are Turkish cotton of different colors; for the mesh I used a thin cotton thread. Hooks - for elements - 1.00, for mesh - 0.75.

Dress “Mists of Black Lilies”, size 50. The dress is knitted using the Irish lace technique from various types of cotton and viscose yarn in black, various shades of purple and pale green. Hooks No. 1.5; No. 1.15 and No. 0.8. The work used a caterpillar cord

The dress “Azure of Summer” is knitted using the Irish lace technique. Yarn "satin" 100% polyester. The yarn is made in Turkey. The motifs are knitted in 2 threads, the mesh is knitted in 1 thread. Description of the dress: first, a dress pattern is made and attached to a tablet (made of foam rubber or insulation).

Summer dress “Snow Flowers”, knitted using the Irish lace technique from cotton and viscose yarn. The mesh is made of a thinner thread than the motifs. Finishing - glass beads and rhinestones. Size 50-52. Dress knitting patterns:

The “Violet” dress is knitted using the Irish lace technique according to the magazine MOD 566 MK Valeeva A. Yarn 100% cotton “Violet”, “Garden 10”, “Iris Atlas”. Yarn made in Turkey. Description of the dress: first, a dress pattern is made, attached to a tablet (made of foam rubber

How to knit a sundress using the Irish lace technique

Hi all! Finally, I have completed my longest work. My first work using the Irish lace technique. I don’t remember the name of the yarn, it’s definitely mercerized cotton, about 200 or 250 m per 50 g.

The “Pearl of the Bouquet” dress is knitted using the Irish lace technique based on the idea of ​​Olga-Anastasia. Yarn 100% cotton “Violet”, “Filodiscosia 16″, “Princess” 100% viscose (centres of daisies). Yarn made in Turkey. Description of the dress First, a dress pattern is made, attached to the tablet (from

Good afternoon I present to your attention my new work. The dress is tailored for a specific person - hence the color scheme. The threads were used by Violet YarnArt and Kotonax Eva. The work also used a cord - a caterpillar and a snail cord. Approximate

Irish lace style sundress

Work by Lilia Escabar. I would like to show you my new work, made using the Irish (hitch) lace technique. The yarn used is Azalea, Soso, Chamomile, on the mesh - Canaris, hooks 1.1, 0.75. Long dress for a summer evening or special occasions. Size 52-54, by

Models using the Irish lace technique, ideas from the Internet

Roses in Irish lace style

For the motifs, Violet yarn from YarnArt (282m/50g), 100% cotton was used.

Summer dress from Fashion Magazine

Knitting patterns

Video tutorials on knitting a dress in Irish lace style

Delicate children's dress in Irish or guipure technique

During the lesson you will learn how to use ready-made openwork fabric when knitting a children's dress, how to connect the parts and tie the product. This dress will become your baby's favorite outfit. Enjoy your viewing! Yarn 100% cotton, 565 m per 100 g, hook 1.0 mm or 1.2 mm.

How to knit a baby dress in Irish lace style

10 lessons from the famous craftswoman Natalia Kotelnikova. We have added the first lesson as well.

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Irish lace, dress “Haze”, part 1

This video shows the process of knitting the “Haze” dress using the Irish lace technique. The motifs for the dress are based on the master classes of Alla Tronina and Natalia Kotelnikova.

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Irish lace, dress “Haze”, part 2

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