Crochet Round Doily
This delicate crochet round doily is perfect for adding a touch of elegance to your home decor. Crafted with soft white yarn, it can be used as a table centerpiece or a decorative accent. Ideal for beginners, this project will help you master basic crochet stitches while creating a beautiful piece for your space.
Crochet Round Doily
Materials:
- Yarn: 100% cotton, 50g (approx. 120 meters)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E)
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Gauge:
To measure gauge, crochet a swatch of 10 double crochets and 10 rows. The width should measure approximately 10 cm (4 inches). Adjust your hook size if necessary to achieve the desired gauge.
Abbreviations:
- ch = chain
- dc = double crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- sp = space
Instructions:
- Begin with a slip knot: Create a slip knot and chain 5. Join with a slip stitch to the first chain to form a ring.
- Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as the first dc), then work 11 dc into the ring. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. You should have 12 dc in total.
- Round 2: Ch 3, (dc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc) repeat around. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. You should have 18 dc in total.
- Round 3: Ch 3, (dc in next 2 dc, 2 dc in next dc) repeat around. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. You should have 24 dc in total.
- Round 4: Ch 3, (dc in next 3 dc, 2 dc in next dc) repeat around. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. You should have 30 dc in total.
- Round 5: Ch 3, (dc in next 4 dc, 2 dc in next dc) repeat around. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. You should have 36 dc in total.
- Round 6: Ch 1, * (sc in next dc, ch 3, skip 1 dc) repeat from * around. Join with a sl st to the first sc to close the round.
- Round 7: Ch 3, * (dc in ch-3 space, ch 1) repeat from * around. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3.
- Continue working rounds: Repeat rounds 6 and 7 until your doily reaches a diameter of approximately 30 cm (12 inches).
- Final touch: After reaching the desired size, fasten off and weave in all ends using a tapestry needle.
Finishing Tips:
To block your doily, soak it in lukewarm water, squeeze out excess water without wringing, and lay it flat on a clean surface. Pin the edges to shape it as desired. This will help define the stitches and give your doily a polished look.
Optional Variations:
Feel free to experiment with different yarn colors or add a lace trim around the edges for a decorative touch.
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