Lightning
Lightning charted as clean filet blocks that read clearly on the grid, a 18 by 25 motif made for quick gift squares, modern accents, and sampler blocks. Open it in the editor to resize the grid, frame it with open mesh, or repeat it into a border, then export a PNG or print a numbered chart to crochet from.
- Grid
- 18 × 25
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Mesh count
- 450
- Category
- Simple Icons
Perfect for
Skill level: beginner
A great place to start filet crochet. The motif is forgiving, the blocks are easy to count, and the design still looks polished once it is blocked.
Yarn and hook
Work the lightning 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. Traditional filet is a single colour, which keeps the block-and-mesh contrast readable, but you can always work the background in a second shade.
Project ideas
The lightning is a natural fit for a personal touch: try it on a sampler block, or a tote-bag motif. Repeat, mirror, or frame it with open mesh to fill the space you have.
Who it's for
The lightning is an easy win when you are making something for a friend or marking a quick make. Stitch it in the recipient's favourite colour to make the gift feel personal.
Size, printing, and scaling
Worked at 4 mesh per inch the 4.5-by-6.3-inch result is a guide only — your thread and hook set the true size, so swatch before you start. Print the numbered grid to follow row by row, or open it in the editor to crop, enlarge, or tile the design before exporting a PDF or PNG.
Before you start
- Hook
- 3.5–4.5 mm hook
- Thread / yarn
- DK or worsted-weight cotton
- Finished size
- 4.5 × 6.3 in at 4 mesh/in
- Print or export a numbered chart from the editor
- Have your hook and thread or yarn ready
- 25 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.