If you’re looking for a crochet stitch that feels light as air and looks like it belongs in a fairy tale wardrobe, you’re going to fall in love with the Mesh Lace Stitch.

It’s one of those crochet patterns that instantly gives your project an elegant, airy touch — perfect for summer days, beach evenings, and everything in between. Even better? It’s easy enough for adventurous beginners, yet beautiful enough to impress.

In this post, we’ll walk you through what makes the Mesh Lace Stitch special, when to use it, and how to make it your own!

For the swatch shown in the picture, we used:

• 4 mm beechwood crochet hook – feel free to adjust the size depending on your yarn and personal tension

• Soy Cotton yarn (50% soy fiber – 50% cotton) in the shade Amber

How to work the Mesh Lace Stitch

The Mesh Lace Stitch is a light, openwork crochet pattern that creates a net-like or lace-like texture. It’s composed of a simple combination of chains and single crochets (or doubles, depending on your region), arranged in a way that forms a repeating, decorative design.

What makes it stand out?

• It’s lightweight and breathable, making it ideal for warm weather.

• It adds elegance to even the simplest shapes.

• It’s versatile, so you can use it for clothing, accessories, and decor.

Where to Use It

This stitch really shines in summery, breezy, or even semi-formal projects. Some ideas?

• Tops and tanks: breezy and stylish for beach or city wear.

• Lacy shawls or wraps: perfect for layering over a dress or swimsuit.

• Beach cover-ups: works beautifully in linen or recycled cotton yarns.

• Evening accessories: try it with a silky yarn for a glam twist.

• Decorative panels: add texture to plain garments or bags.

Best Yarn and Hook Pairings

For this swatch, we used:

• 1 ball of Soy Cotton by Bettaknit in the shade Amber

• 4 mm crochet hook

Here’s how to make your Mesh Lace Stitch really pop:

• Lightweight cotton yarn: for freshness and structure, such as Love My Jeans from Bettaknit

• Hemp: check out Bettaknit’s Hemp Cotton!

• Recycled yarns: sustainable and gorgeous.

Tip: try using a slightly larger hook than what your yarn recommends, to make the pattern more open and soft.

Mesh Lace Stitch Tutorial

Abbreviations and explanations:

ch = chain
sc = single crochet
dc = double crochet
unfinished sc = insert hook into the next stitch and pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through only the first loop on the hook
unfinished sc with elongated loop = insert hook into the next stitch and pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through only the first loop on the hook, gently pulling the loop up to about 0.7 cm (1/4 inch) in height

Instructions:

Start with a foundation chain that is a multiple of 6 + 9.

• Row 1 [Wrong Side]: ch 1 (does not count as first sc), work 3 sc, ch 3, skip 3 ch, 3 sc, repeat from * to * to end of row.
• Row 2 [Right Side]: ch 1 (does not count as first sc), 1 sc, ch 2, ++in the ch-3 space work: [1 sc with elongated loop, 5 unfinished sc with elongated loop, 1 unfinished sc – you will have 7 loops on the hook – remove the hook from all loops and reinsert it only into the last unelongated sc]++, then *ch 3, skip 3 sc, repeat from ++ to ++*, repeat from * to *, ending with ch 3, skip 2 sc, 1 dc in last sc.
• Row 3: ch 1 (does not count as first sc), 1 sc, skip ch-3 space, 1 sc in each of the next 3 loops, ch 3, 1 sc in each of the next 3 loops, skip ch-3 space, repeat from * to * until end of row, finish with 1 dc in the last sc.

   

• Repeat Rows 2 – 3 until desired length.

Chart

Make It Your Own

Once you master the stitch, the possibilities are endless. Here’s how to add your personal style:

• Use contrasting colors in stripes for a bold look.

• Add a picot or shell border for a vintage vibe.

• Combine it with solid stitches for a textured panel effect.

• Create lace sleeves or inserts in plain sweaters or dresses.

This stitch also plays beautifully with accessories — try a lacy tote bag with a bold lining, or a market bag that’s both stylish and sustainable.

Share Your Work!

We love seeing what you make 💛 Tag us on Instagram @bettaknit and use the hashtag #bettaknit to get featured in our feed and inspire others in the community.

Crochet is more than technique — it’s a way to express your creativity, your style, and your love for handmade things. And the Mesh Lace Stitch is a beautiful place to start.