Lace knitting

Lace knitting is a technique that creates intricate, openwork patterns in fabric by deliberately making holes and delicate designs through strategic yarn manipulations. It involves techniques like yarn overs (adding extra stitches) and decreases (reducing stitches), which shape complex motifs such as geometric shapes, flowers, or motifs. The result is a lightweight, decorative fabric that combines texture and visual interest, often used for shawls, scarves, and dressy items. Mastering lace knitting requires attention to detail and pattern reading, but it produces elegant, airy textiles with a refined, artistic appearance.