Handmade Filet Crochet Lace Panel – Good Shepherd Religious Design - Easter

This beautiful handmade filet crochet lace panel features a classic Christian scene depicting Jesus as the Good Shepherd holding a lamb with sheep gathered around him. A halo-like star pattern radiates behind his head, creating a striking devotional image within the delicate lace grid.

Filet crochet is a traditional lace technique that forms pictures using open and filled blocks of crochet stitches. The craftsmanship required to create such detailed imagery makes these pieces both decorative and collectible.

This filet crochet lace panel would also display beautifully framed as textile art  

Details

• Handmade crochet lace

• Technique: Filet crochet picture lace

• Design: Good Shepherd / Jesus with lamb and sheep

• Approximate size: ~17” x ~14”

• Color: ecru crochet thread

• Vintage-style handmade craftsmanship

Condition

This piece comes from a crocheter’s personal craft inventory and appears never used or displayed. It remains in excellent clean condition.

From a smoke-free and pet-free home.

Provenance

This piece was handmade by a 92-year-old fiber artist from California’s Central Coast who spent decades creating crocheted lace table linens and decorative pieces. Her work was traditionally sold at local craft fairs and reflects heirloom-quality craftsmanship.

I purchased the remaining pieces from her collection when she moved into assisted living and am helping these handmade works find new homes where they can continue to be appreciated.

Display Ideas

Perfect for:

• Christian home decor

• Church or devotional display

• Framing as textile art

• Wall hanging

• Piano or dresser lace accent

• Religious gift

Care

Hand wash gently in cool water and reshape while damp if needed.