This is how to do Romanian Point Lace narrow cord. Free instructions to use only with crochet tread and crochet hook.
Learn to create this type of cord, named narrow cord Is so, so simple to make and can be used for most of the Romanian Point Lace patterns where the narrow cord is required.
Final result, with recommended thread, is approximative 0.4-0.5 cm wide, very good to use for small projects or flowers and leaves, inside of RPL models.
For the edges of projects is better to use a wider cord (see here) to increase the contrast and beauty of your work, see example below.
This is how to do Romanian Point Lace narrow cord– Free instructions Abbreviations:
sc- simple chain,
TL- turn left.
Basic pattern is :
Chain 2 loosely,
1 sc in ch 1,
TL ,
1 sc in second chain ,
* TL,
1 sc in second chain ,both loops* .
*1 sc in both loops formed lateral, TL *
repeat from * to * to achieve desired length
After basting the narrow cord, before doing the embroidery, your project will look like below:
You can crochet in front of TV or in a waiting room as many meters you want and use them after in different projects.