Broomstick lace, also known as jiffy lace, is a unique
crochet technique that highlights the character and texture of your yarn. It is
formed by pulling large loops of yarn over a "pin" and then working
off the loops with a crochet hook. Originally, an actual broomstick
handle served as the pin, giving the technique its colorful name. Nowadays,
many people use a large knitting needle or other tool, such as a plastic ruler,
to make the loops that give this technique its unique look. At this month's
meeting, you'll get a chance to learn broomstick lace by starting a sample that
can easily be turned into a stylish scarf or cowl.
The meeting will be Saturday, February 8, at the Textile Center of Minnesota (3000 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN) with the following schedule:
10:00 to 10:30 - Open crochet
10:30 to 11:00 - Introductions & business
11:00 to 11:45 - Show and tell
11:45 to 12:00 - Break
12:00 to 1:00 - Crochet education
1:00 to 2:00 - Open crochet & committee meetings
To get the most out of the meeting, please bring:
- Approximately two to four
ounces of yarn; while you can use any size yarn for this project, worsted
weight is recommended.
- Appropriate crochet hook for
your yarn.
- A tool to use for the pin;
recommendation is a standard plastic ruler (they are usually about 1.0” to
1.5” wide) or one large knitting needle or crochet hook (25mm). You can also use a wooden dowel or an
actual broomstick handle if you happen to have one handy!*
- Tapestry needle, scissors,
and stitch markers.
*For more ideas about alternatives for pin,
see the following project page from one of our CTC members:
CTC members will be e-mailed a link to the handout with the February newsletter.
Monthly meetings are free for CTC members, $5 for guests. Guest fee covers the cost of a
printed copy of the handout.
