Decorative Crochet No. 85 (January 2002) 🌼 • Filet the Beautiful • 2 Round Mats to Decorate With • Join Little Motifs to Make Big Projects

Ring in the New Year with timeless thread crochet elegance! This January 2002 issue shines a spotlight on filet crochet magic, clever motif joining for larger heirloom pieces, and two stunning round mats — perfect for adding romantic vintage charm to your home or wardrobe.

Highlights:

• Rich Harvest (challenging) – breathtaking large hexagonal topper (23¼" sides / ~42" diameter) with 61 joined floral motifs
• Celestial Spheres (advanced) – dramatic round doily with joined “sphere” ring and central motif
• Adorable Kitty (intermediate) – sweet filet mat featuring a playful cat silhouette and heart detail
• Fish Got To Swim (easy) – charming filet mat with underwater scene
• Shell Upon Shell, Spring Melody, Beach Dreams, Rhododendron & Harvest Moon – exquisite round doilies in varying sizes and styles
• Small Is Beautiful (intermediate) – pretty joined-motif square (8")
• Forget-Me-Not Halter (intermediate) – stylish crocheted summer top
• Luxurious Tieback, Hold That Curtain, Fringed Square, Lavender’s Blue & Squares Into Octagon – plus elegant trims, tiebacks, and filet shapes

Every pattern includes crystal-clear international diagrams, complete written instructions, gauges, materials lists, and gorgeous finished photography.

Details: Publisher: Les Éditions de Saxe | Date: January 2002 | Pages: 57+ | Original physical vintage magazine in excellent condition.

Whether you love filet, adore joining motifs into show-stoppers, or simply want beautiful round mats to decorate your space, this issue delivers endless winter crochet inspiration!

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