Elegant Crochet Doily

This charming crochet doily is not just a functional piece, but also a wonderful decoration for your table. With a delicately stitched design in pink and gray, it is sure to impress anyone who sees it.

Materials Needed

• Light weight cotton yarn in two colors: Pink and Gray
• Size D (3.25 mm) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
• Measuring tape

Gauge

Gauge is not crucial for this project, but aim for about 5 stitches per inch in double crochet.

Abbreviations

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• dc = double crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• sp = space
• rnd = round

Pattern Instructions

1. Start with the Pink Yarn: Begin by making a magic ring. Chain 3 (counts as the first dc).
2. In the ring, crochet 11 more dc. Pull the ring tight to close it. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. You should have 12 dc. (12 dc total)
3. Switch to Gray Yarn: Chain 3 (counts as the first dc). In the same stitch, make 1 dc, then 2 dc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. (24 dc total)
4. Now, *ch 2, skip 1 dc, 2 dc in next stitch* around. This creates the spaces for the next row. Join with a sl st. (12 spaces)
5. Next, make a rounded edge: In each ch-2 space, work the following: *1 sc, 2 dc, 1 sc*. This will give the outer edge a beautiful shape. Join with a sl st.
6. Crochet a border: Chain 1. In the same space, make 1 sc. Then chain 5 and skip 1 space, making a sc in the next space. Repeat around. After finishing, join with a sl st.
7. For added detail, attach a small bow using the pink yarn at the center or anywhere you prefer. Secure it with a few stitches to keep it in place.
8. Finish: Weave in all ends using your tapestry needle.

Your Elegant Crochet Doily is now complete! Use it as a decorative piece on your tables or as a thoughtful gift to someone special.