If you love intricate lace crochet and elegant thread motifs, this crochet butterfly pattern made with DMC Babylo 20 is a must-try. Designed with a fine 0.6 mm hook, this butterfly features detailed small and large wings, decorative picot edging, and a sculpted body.

It’s perfect for appliqués, lace decor, framing art, christening blankets, or heirloom projects.

🧶 Materials & Crochet Supplies

This lace butterfly is worked using:

• DMC Babylo 20 thread
• 0.6 mm steel crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Because this is thread crochet, tension and precision matter. Blocking or lightly steaming the finished butterfly gives it a polished lace look.

🦋 Small Butterfly Wing Pattern

The small wing begins with a chain ring foundation (10 chains joined into a ring), followed by 21 single crochet stitches joined with a slip stitch.

From there, decorative stitches are worked around the ring using a mix of hdc, dc, and treble crochet (tc) separated by chain stitches. This creates the graceful wing curve.

The pattern then builds texture with back loop single crochet rows before forming arches and shell-like repeats. The final round adds chain spaces and decorative spacing for a delicate lace effect.

🦋 Large Right Wing (Cord Technique)

The large right wing is constructed over a 4-thread cord base (minimum 65 cm), which helps the wing hold its dramatic shape.

The pattern alternates between working over the cord and working into back or front loops only. This technique creates sculpted shaping and defined wing ridges.

Throughout the rows, arches are formed evenly along the edge to maintain symmetry. The cord must remain straight — waviness cannot be corrected later.

🌸 Picot Edge & Decorative Finish

The final edging round creates stunning decorative detail using:

• 3 chain stitches
• Double crochet
• Picot (3 ch picot)
• Repeating arch patterns

This finishing touch defines the wing tips and gives the butterfly its elegant lace silhouette.

Careful stitch placement helps adjust slight waviness and ensures the edges lie flat.

🦋 Large Left Wing (Mirror Construction)

The large left wing is worked the same way as the right — with two important differences:

1. Switch front loops and back loops throughout.
2. Leave the cord in front during arch rows.

This creates a perfectly symmetrical butterfly when both wings are assembled.

Precision is key in thread crochet, so take your time aligning both wings.

🧵 Crochet Butterfly Body (Amigurumi Style)

The butterfly body is worked in an amigurumi sliding loop, beginning with 6 single crochet stitches joined with a slip stitch.

The body increases gradually to 13 stitches and is worked in spiral rounds. A small amount of fiberfill is inserted for shaping.

Decreases form the narrowing body, then increases the shape of the rounded head. The final rounds taper off neatly.

🦋 Antennae & Final Assembly

Each antenna begins with 20 chain stitches and forms a small decorative ring using slip stitches. One is worked clockwise, the other counterclockwise for symmetry.

Finally:

• Sew both large and small wings to the body
• Attach antennae securely
• Hide yarn tails
• Lightly steam block the butterfly

Blocking enhances the lace details and sharpens the wing definition beautifully.

✨ Why You’ll Love This Thread Crochet Butterfly

✔ Elegant lace crochet design
✔ Perfect heirloom or keepsake project
✔ Ideal for applique, framing, or decor
✔ Advanced crochet technique practice
✔ Stunning picot and treble stitch details

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This design is a true showpiece.