Letter S

Capital S drawn on the filet grid as clean, readable blocks and enlarged so every stroke stays distinct in the finished fabric. Use it as a standalone initial or combine letters into names like Sophie, Sam, or Sarah. The editable cells let you reshape the letter, change its size, or border it in the editor before you export the pattern or print a numbered chart.

Grid: 18 × 22
Difficulty: Easy
Mesh count: 396
Category: Letters & Quotes

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Skill level: easy

This sits just above an absolute beginner make. The design has a little more shaping to count, but the lines stay clean and forgiving once you settle into the rhythm.

Yarn and hook

Work the Letter S in cotton thread for a delicate result, or in DK or worsted cotton on a larger hook for a cushion- or blanket-scale version that still holds the mesh open. A solid, light colour shows the mesh best; high-contrast yarns make the design pop in photos and in the finished fabric.

Project ideas

Whether you are making a name blanket or a monogram cushion, the Letter S drops in cleanly, ideal for a name display. Set it on its own, pair it with a matching motif, or run a row of them along an edge.

Who it's for

A Letter S panel makes a thoughtful handmade gift for a graduate, and it fits naturally with a new baby. Add a name or date in editable bitmap lettering to make it a one-of-a-kind keepsake.

Size, printing, and scaling

Worked at 4 mesh per inch the 4.5-by-5.5-inch result is a guide only — your thread and hook set the true size, so swatch before you start. You can print a numbered chart as-is, or adjust the grid in the editor and export it in whichever format your project needs.

Before you start

Hook: 3.5–4.5 mm hook
Thread / yarn: DK or worsted-weight cotton
Finished size: 4.5 × 5.5 in at 4 mesh/in

Print or export a numbered chart from the editor
Have your hook and thread or yarn ready
22 rows, worked bottom to top

Learn the technique

How to Read a Filet Crochet Chart

New to charts? Learn exactly how to read this one square by square.

Letter S filet crochet pattern — FAQ

Can a beginner crochet the Letter S pattern?

Yes. The Letter S is one of the more beginner-friendly charts here — it reads clearly and forgives the odd miscount. If you can work a double crochet and a chain, you can follow it.

What can I make with the Letter S pattern?

It works well as a standalone initial or letters combined into a word — think a nursery sign or a personalised wall hanging, and it is a natural choice for a personalised gift.

Can I resize the Letter S chart?

Yes. Open it in the editor and change the grid dimensions, crop it, or tile it. Because every cell is a true block or open mesh, scaling never makes half-stitches.

What yarn works best for this Letter S chart?

Use a smooth, non-fuzzy cotton in one clear colour. Thread weight controls the size — fine for a doily scale, worsted for a throw — without changing how you follow the chart.

How many stitches is the Letter S pattern?

The chart is 18 by 22 squares — 396 mesh in total, about 136 of them filled. At 4 mesh per inch that finishes roughly 4.5 by 5.5 inches.