Step into the timeless beauty of traditional Irish crochet with this treasured collection, Favorite Irish Crochet Designs.

Edited by Rita Weiss and published by Dover Publications in 1985, this out-of-print book gathers authentic Irish crochet patterns originally published in American thread company leaflets from the 1940s and 1950s. These classic designs feature the signature raised flowers, delicate picots, and intricate lace fillings that define true Irish crochet.

Highlights include:

• My Wild Irish Rose Bedspread — a stunning floral motif spread with fringe
• Irish Rose Tablecloth — elegant square motifs with raised roses
• Rose of Sharon Doily — a romantic 10½-inch doily with leaves and rosettes
• Irish Crochet Collar — a delicate medallion collar with button closure
• Irish Popcorn Bedspread — a textured combination of Irish crochet and popcorn stitches
• Cinderella Bedspread — Irish crochet motifs on an organdy base with ruffles
• Irish Crochet Doily and multiple Irish Crochet Motifs and Trims

The book includes clear instructions, joining techniques, and finishing guidance for creating heirloom-quality Irish lace pieces.

A wonderful resource for lovers of traditional Irish crochet who want to recreate these historic and romantic designs.