The foundation of this technique is understanding that all lace is essentially a balance of (yarn overs) and decreases (like k2tog or ssk).

: The approach is forgiving; if your stitch count is off, you can simply correct it in the next row by increasing or decreasing without having to rip back your work. Why It’s Not a Typical Pattern Book

: Once you grasp how these stitches interact, you can "wing it" freestyle without any charts at all.

Here is a look at what makes this approach so "crazy" and creative: The Core Concept: "Lace Logic"

: You can take standard lace motifs and modify them while you knit to fit your specific vision.