The Ember Glow Lotus Candle Holder: A Free Crochet Pattern
Introducing the Ember Glow Lotus Candle Holder
Transform your space with these delicate, lace-like crochet candle holders that cast enchanting shadows. Each holder is worked in a single piece, creating a beautiful lotus blossom that cradles a tea light. This intermediate-level pattern uses simple stitches to build eight layered petals that grow in size, resulting in a stunning, graduated lace effect. The finished piece is crisp, open, and full of stitch definition—perfect for adding a warm, handmade glow to any room.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (DK weight, 100% cotton) in 'Ecru' (approx 50g per holder) or any DK weight cotton yarn
- Hook: 3.5mm (E) crochet hook
- Notions: Stitch marker, tapestry needle for weaving ends, tea light candle
Gauge: First 5 rounds of pattern = 2 inches in diameter
Step-by-Step Instructions
Notes: Pattern is worked in continuous rounds; do not join unless specified. Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round.
Abbreviations: ch = chain, sl st = slip stitch, sc = single crochet, hdc = half double crochet, dc = double crochet, tr = treble crochet, st(s) = stitch(es), rnd = round, sk = skip, sp = space
Round 1: Foundation
Make a magic ring, ch 1, work 8 sc into ring. Pull tight to close. (8 sc)
Round 2: Increase Base
Work 2 sc in each st around. (16 sc)
Round 3: First Chain Loops
*Ch 4, sk 1 st, sc in next st; repeat from * around. End with ch 4, sl st to first sc. (8 ch-4 loops)
Round 4: First Petal Layer
Sl st into first ch-4 loop, ch 1, (sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc) in same loop. *In next ch-4 loop, work (sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc); repeat from * around. Sl st to first sc. (8 petals)
Round 5: Second Chain Loops
*Ch 5, sk next petal, sc in the sc between petals (the sc from Rnd 3); repeat from * around. End with ch 5, sl st to first sc. (8 ch-5 loops)
Round 6: Second Petal Layer
Sl st into first ch-5 loop, ch 1, (sc, hdc, 5 dc, hdc, sc) in same loop. *In next ch-5 loop, work (sc, hdc, 5 dc, hdc, sc); repeat from * around. Sl st to first sc. (8 petals)
Round 7: Third Chain Loops
*Ch 6, sk next petal, sc in the sc between petals (the sc from Rnd 5); repeat from * around. End with ch 6, sl st to first sc. (8 ch-6 loops)
Round 8: Third Petal Layer
Sl st into first ch-6 loop, ch 1, (sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc) in same loop. *In next ch-6 loop, work (sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc); repeat from * around. Sl st to first sc. (8 petals)
Round 9: Fourth Chain Loops
*Ch 7, sk next petal, sc in the sc between petals (the sc from Rnd 7); repeat from * around. End with ch 7, sl st to first sc. (8 ch-7 loops)
Round 10: Fourth Petal Layer
Sl st into first ch-7 loop, ch 1, (sc, hdc, 9 dc, hdc, sc) in same loop. *In next ch-7 loop, work (sc, hdc, 9 dc, hdc, sc); repeat from * around. Sl st to first sc. (8 petals)
Round 11: Fifth Chain Loops
*Ch 8, sk next petal, sc in the sc between petals (the sc from Rnd 9); repeat from * around. End with ch 8, sl st to first sc. (8 ch-8 loops)
Round 12: Fifth Petal Layer (Final)
Sl st into first ch-8 loop, ch 1, (sc, hdc, 11 dc, hdc, sc) in same loop. *In next ch-8 loop, work (sc, hdc, 11 dc, hdc, sc); repeat from * around. Sl st to first sc. (8 petals)
Finishing
Fasten off and weave in ends. Gently block the candle holder to open up the lace pattern. Place a tea light candle inside the center (the magic ring opening will stretch to accommodate).
