Hairpin Lace Revival – Delicate Crochet Ribbons Made Easy

It's back – and more stylish than ever: Hairpin Lace, also known as fork lace, is making a comeback in the crochet world! This elegant technique creates airy ribbon-like strips that can be turned into beautiful scarves, collars, wraps or accessories. And the best part? It's much easier than it looks!
🧷 What Is Hairpin Lace?
Hairpin lace is a vintage crochet technique using a loom or fork-shaped frame to create symmetrical loops of yarn, which are then crocheted or sewn together.
Main features:
-
Light, open structure
-
Perfect symmetry
-
Great for lace effects and layering
-
Easy to learn, impressive results
It's perfect for summer accessories or vintage-inspired details!
🛠️ What You Need
Hairpin lace loom (adjustable recommended)
-
Crochet hook (2.5–4 mm depending on yarn)
-
Yarn: smooth cotton or viscose works best
-
Scissors, yarn needle (for joining strips)
💡 Tip: The wider the loom, the airier the result.
📘 Step-by-Step: How to Make Hairpin Lace
1. Set up your loom:
Adjust the rods to your desired width (e.g. 5 cm). Begin looping the yarn around both rods.
2. Start crocheting:
Insert your hook in the center and work single crochet stitches between the loops.
Repeat this movement as you wrap the yarn around the loom:
🔁 1 loop left – 1 loop right – 1 stitch in the center
3. Finishing off:
Once you reach the desired length, fasten off and gently remove the strip from the loom.
4. Now what?
Use your strip as-is, or join it:
-
Crochet together with sc, hdc, or dc
-
Combine two strips into lace patterns
-
Finish with decorative edging
🌸 Project Ideas for Hairpin Lace
Lightweight scarves & wraps – elegant and breathable
-
Lace collars & chokers – vintage charm meets modern fashion
-
Bag or garment embellishments – unique and romantic
-
Bracelets or decorative bands – with pearls for a chic touch
-
Festival-style fringe or trims – perfect for layering
✨ My Takeaway
Hairpin lace is a wonderful blend of old and new: the charm of vintage lace with the simplicity of modern crochet. It's the ideal technique to try when you want to slow down and create something truly special – one airy loop at a time.
👉 Ever tried hairpin lace? Or maybe you've just been inspired to give it a go?
📸 Join the creative conversation in our Facebook group – we'd love to see your lacey loops and hear your questions!
#strickenimtrend #crochetwithlove #hairpinlace #vintagecrochet #laceprojects
Nice technique!
Yours,
Kathrin ☀️🧶