This easy-to-follow crochet doily tutorial is perfect for Valentine's Day, featuring a charming heart right at the center. It's an ideal project for both new and experienced crocheters aiming to add a touch of love and warmth to their home decor.
Crochet Doily
Materials:
- Size 10 crochet thread
- 1.5 mm hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stitch marker (optional)
Abbreviations:
- CH: Chain
- SL ST: Slip stitch
- DC: Double crochet
- 5 DC tog: Five double crochets together
- PICO: Chain 3, slip stitch back into the first chain
Instructions:
1. Foundation Chain:
Chain 34, then join with a slip stitch to the first chain to make a ring.
2. Round 1:
- Chain 3 (counts as the first double crochet), then work 2 more double crochets in the same stitch.
- Work 1 double crochet in each of the next 6 chains.
- Work 2 double crochets in each of the next 8 chains.
- Work 5 double crochets together in the next 5 chains.
- Work 2 double crochets in each of the next 8 chains.
- Work 1 double crochet in each of the next 6 chains.
- Join with a slip stitch to the first chain. You should have 48 stitches in total.
3. Round 2:
- Chain 3, then work 3 double crochets in the same stitch.
- Work 1 double crochet in each of the next 6 chains.
- Work 2 double crochets, chain 3, slip stitch back into the first chain, then work 2 more double crochets in the same stitch.
- Work 3 double crochets in the chain 3 space, skip the single crochet, then work 3 double crochets in the other chain 3 space.
- Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have worked 12 points.
- Work 3 double crochets in the last chain 3 space, then join with a slip stitch to the first chain.
4. Finishing:
- Fasten off and weave in your tails.
- Wet block your doily to help it shape and dry.
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