Learn the beautiful art of bobbin lace with this simple beginner-friendly leaf pattern with the detailed instructions and step-by-step video tutorial. Designed as a perfect introductory project, it requires only basic supplies found in any craft store, making it super easy and accessible for beginners. Create a beautiful, handmade accessory while learning basic bobbin lace technique.
• TOOLS and SUPPLIES •
- a firmer decorative pillow
- 10 wooden clothespins
- hand embroidery thread / floss
- 60 metal pins
- crochet hook 0.6 - 1.0 mm
- sharp scissors
- two earring hooks
- two decorative beads 4 mm
- sewing needle
- measuring tape
- 300 gsm cardstock
All the tools and supplies can be found in any craft store.
• DIGITAL DOWNLOAD •
You will receive a 24-page digital PDF containing:
- lacemaking patterns (basic version + version with lacemaking plan)
- lacemaking plan
- detailed lacemaking instructions in English, including in-process photos, useful tips & tricks and lacemaking diagrams
- complete step-by-step video tutorial
Your files are available immediately after purchase. Once payment is confirmed, you’ll receive an email with a download link. If you can’t see the email, please also check your “spam” and “promotions” folders.
If you experience any issues accessing your files, please contact me at patterns@lacybotanics.com
• IMPORTANT •
Please note that you will receive digital PDF patterns, instructions and video tutorials. No physical item will be sent to you.
• REFUNDS •
Due to the nature of digital products, all sales are final. Refunds are not available once the files have been delivered.
• SKILL LEVEL •
ABSOLUTE BEGINNER
This is a beginner-friendly introductory project, with no prior knowledge required.
This is level 4 of my bobbin lace introductory course. I suggest starting with levels 1 - 3, though it's not required. You can find all five levels and the complete course in the “Introductory projects” shop section > HERE
This course is suitable for you even if you already have proper lacemaking tools but want to learn the basics of bobbin lace making.
• PATTERN ELEMENTS •
- narrow cloth stitch
- outside pins
- making loops
- sewing into the loops
- starting loops
- final sewing
• DIMENSIONS •
Finished lace size: 2.0 x 3.0 cm (0.8 x 1.2 in)
• TECHNIQUE •
I use the Slovenian bobbin lace technique.
• COPYRIGHTS •
© LacyBotanics, 2026
Patterns, PDF instructions and video tutorials are original work and protected by copyright. All rights reserved. Copying, distributing, reproducing, or publishing this content is strictly prohibited. The patterns, PDF instructions and video tutorials are for personal use only. Commercial use, including selling the pattern or products made from it, is not allowed.
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