Learn how to make cute lace crafts with a variety of projects including decor, gifts, fashion, jewelry, and more. Perfect for beginners!

If you met me in person, you probably wouldn’t describe me as very “lacy.” By that I mean, you probably wouldn’t expect that I would like it or use it in crafts.
My home isn’t very rustic or vintage-y or farmhouse, even though I do like farmhouse decor. It’s just that I’ve always tended towards modern and bright colors . . . that’s my jam.
The thing is, I like lace. I really like it! I think it’s frilly and pretty and the inner girl that is buried deep down inside under an old t-shirt and overalls really enjoys it.
It’s an obvious craft item for sewing, but I think it’s also fun to make crafts with – of all kinds, as well as sewn projects. In fact, I’ve used it many times here on the blog, and I’m excited to show you!
I picked a bunch of lace crafts I’ve made, and added in some other essentials I think everyone should try. If you haven’t added lace to mason jars, and clothing, and coasters . . . what are you even doing with your life?
Besides Mod Podge and a good old fashioned needle and thread, there are a few other supplies I wanted to highlight for your projects: fabric stiffener and fabric adhesive.
The stiffener is better than decoupage medium for making your lace hold its form. The adhesive is simply a glue that is great for fabric, so that you don’t have to sew. Both are really easy to use.
If you’re ready to jump into the project ideas, check out the list below. Let me know which is your favorite in the comments. Or if I left a favorite lacey craft off my list, let me know that too. Enjoy!
Lace Crafts
What can you make with lace? A whole bunch of things! Learn how to craft decor, gifts, fashion, jewelry, and more - all with lace. You're going to love these ideas.
DIY Lace Crown
Learn how to make this unique princess crown using lace and Mod Podge! Perfect for a princess party or just for dress up.
Make Lace Earrings
These DIY earrings are SO easy to make, even if you've never tried jewelry crafts before! Get cute lace earrings in just a few easy steps.
DIY Lace Mason Jars: Pretty Decor in Minutes
Make DIY lace mason jars in less than an hour! This project is perfect for fall decorating and goes with a variety of themes.
DIY Lace String Lights
Learn to make DIY lace string lights! They are a great way to repurpose some dated fabric and add the perfect, elegant touch to your space or event.
How to Make a Lace Flower
Do you have a really pretty piece of lace in your stash, or maybe some leftover scraps? Learn how to make a pretty flower that you can use as a pin, embellishment, or other feminine accent.
Stiffened Lace Butterfly Hair Pins
Use stiffened lace to make some pretty butterfly hair pins for your little girls. They are so easy to make and look great!
DIY Shabby Chic Flower Pots
There's something very romantic about these pretty pots! I love that Victoria got her lace from the thrift shop and then used it to decorate terra cotta. These are lovely!
How To Make Boho Chic Bracelets
If you like lace crafts, you're going to love these bracelets! I love the combination of leather and lace and bling. This is a pretty cuff for gifting or making for yourself.
DIY Lace Pillowcase
All you need is a pre-made pillowcase (any color or type) and some lace - and a few stitches later you have a lace pillowcase! Perfect for adding a soft and elegant touch to a guest room.
No-Sew Lace Lavender Sachets
Use vintage lace trim to create simple lavender sachets. This is a lovely no-sew gift that you can complete in five minutes! Perfect for the holidays.
Lace Heart Cardigan
Learn how to add a panel in the back of a sweater - with a big piece of lace! This is a fun fashion project you can do with a cardigan or any other piece of clothing you can sew.
DIY Reversible Burlap and Lace Table Runner
Kimber shows you two ways to decorate table runners with lace. These runners are perfect for rustic or farmhouse styles - and really easy to make!
Decorative Lace Balls
Learn how to make these decorative balls out of old lace curtain panels, or any other lace material you have. These look perfect on display in a bowl or on the mantel.
How to Patch Women's Jeans with Lace
Just because you have a hole in your jeans doesn't mean it's time to pitch them. And you don't have to be a master seamstress to add lace to your denim - Tonya will show you how to do it.
Lace Coasters Will Up Your Crafting Game
Scraps of materials can make a cool effect on the surface of these Mod Podge lace coasters. Learn how to make them in a few easy steps.
Vintage Lace Lockets
You can add fabric to clear glass cabochons (with Mod Podge) and then place lace over the top to make pretty necklaces. These are a very easy jewelry craft.
T-Shirt Refashion with Lace
There are so many ways to make a t-shirt fancy, and adding trim is one of them! Katy got hers for $.99 a yard (steal!) and added it to the front of her shirt. It was so easy.
Lace Hearts
Michele made these hearts using cookie cutters and Mod Podge! Just to note, a lot of people us cling wrap with Mod Podge over forms (like cookie cutters). Also I think fabric stiffener would work great for this!
Lace Socks
Learn how to add lace trim to a pair of socks with a simple sewing technique! You can do this for any and all ages - it's not just for little girls.
DIY Lace Headband
This DIY headband requires a little bit of sewing, but it's all by hand with embroidery thread! It's an easy project, even if you don't have sewing experience.
DIY Lace Shorts
Turn any pair of shorts into a lace pair of shorts! Learn how to either hand sew or machine sew lace - you can also use fabric glue.
Lace Mason Jars for Party or Wedding
Make lace mason jars for a fun spring project! You can add lace to jars with Mod Podge for home decor or party/wedding favors.
Lace Bunny Canvas Easter Craft
Combine brown burlap with delicate lace to make this pretty bunny canvas – it’s an easy Easter craft you’ll want to keep up for the entire year!
Black Lace Candles
I love black lace for Halloween! It's absolutely perfect for a vintage themed craft idea like these pretty lace votives.
DIY Lace Pumpkins
Who says a gourd can't be lacy and pretty? I love the stunning black and white color combination of these Halloween pumpkins, complete with lace trim.
Lacy Pinecone Ornament
The craft store sells paper mache eggs - which you can turn into pretty pinecones for your Christmas tree! This lace craft is way easier than you think.
If you enjoyed these lace crafts, I’d love for you to check out these other ideas:
LindaSonia
Saturday 29th of January 2022
never mind - disregard my previous comment ... I found it! :-)
LindaSonia
Saturday 29th of January 2022
where is the tutorial for the framed lace doilies in the photo?? TY
Lois Smith
Wednesday 26th of January 2022
Love the crafts w dollies. Can’t wait to make some bowls! Thanks for sharing!
Rebecca Piatt
Thursday 10th of February 2022
@Amy, Did 1st decoupage EVER, at age 54 . A fabric lampshade, next doing vintage inspired domed doily for my vintage style room! Ohhh the FUN IVE BEEN MISSING! Love your ideas/tips! PS was too excited to sleep, thinking bout it. Did it at 3am! Lol....my head is reeling with ideas!!!😂🥰😉😁
Amy
Wednesday 26th of January 2022
Pleasure - thank you for reading!
Rebecca Payne
Wednesday 26th of January 2022
So many great craft ideas. Thank you for sharing them.