Irish crochet lace’s striking effect is created by the contrast between solid elements and delicate mesh lace. This top features the netting of Irish Crochet as the star and not just a background to place motifs.

Finished Measurements
35 (38½, 42, 45½, 49)“ 89 98, 106.5, 115.5, 124.5 cm with a close fit (0-1” 0, 2.5 cm ease) measured after blocking. Sized for S (M, L, XL, 2XL). Size shown is S.

Yarn
Sport Weight (#2 Fine).
Shown here: Nazli Gelin Garden 5 (100% mercerized cotton; 174 yd 159 m/ 1.76 oz 50 g): #500-73, 5 (6, 6, 7, 7) balls.

Hook
Size C-2 (2.75 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions
Locking stitch marker; tapestry needle for assembly and weaving in the ends.

Gauge
SR = stitch repeat: leaf and flower motif together,
RR = row repeat: main pattern repeat of 8 rows.
24 sts (1 SR) by 8 rows (1 RR) = 3½“ × 3¼” (8.9 cm × 8.3 cm) in stitch pattern.