Delicate Crochet Lace Doily

Delicate Crochet Lace Doily Pattern

Materials

• Size 10 crochet thread in white
• Crochet hook size 1.5 mm
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge

Not critical for this project.

Abbreviations

• ch: chain
• sl st: slip stitch
• sc: single crochet
• dc: double crochet
• tr: treble crochet
• sp: space
• rep: repeat

Instructions

Note: Begin with a magic ring if preferred for a neat center.

1. Round 1: Ch 4 (counts as first tr), 15 tr into a magic ring. Join with sl st to top of beginning ch-4. (16 tr)
2. Round 2: Ch 4 (counts as first tr), tr in same st, 2 tr in each tr around. Join with sl st to top of beginning ch-4. (32 tr)
3. Round 3: Ch 4, tr in same st, ch 2, skip next tr, *2 tr in next tr, ch 2, skip next tr; rep from * around. Join with sl st to top of beginning ch-4.
4. Round 4: Sl st into next ch-2 sp, ch 4, 2 tr in same sp, *ch 3, 3 tr in next ch-2 sp; rep from * around, end ch 3. Join with sl st to top of beginning ch-4.
5. Round 5: Ch 1, sc in same st, sc in next 2 tr, sc in ch-3 sp, *sc in next 3 tr, sc in ch-3 sp; rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc.
6. Round 6: Ch 5 (counts as first dc and ch 2), *dc in next sc, ch 2; rep from * around. Join with sl st to third ch of beginning ch-5.
7. Round 7: Sl st to next ch-2 sp, ch 4, 3 tr in same sp, *ch 3, 4 tr in next ch-2 sp; rep from * around. Join with sl st to top of beginning ch-4.
8. Rounds 8-10: Repeat Rounds 5-7, ensuring to adjust stitch counts as necessary to maintain pattern.
9. Round 11: Ch 1, sc in each tr and ch-3 sp around. Join with sl st to first sc.

Fasten off and weave in all ends with a tapestry needle.

Finishing

Block the doily by dampening it with water and pinning it out to shape. Allow to dry completely to ensure the lace pattern is crisp and holds its form.

Enjoy your intricate, beautifully crafted lace doily!