Sweet Lace Whimsy: A Delightful Crochet Doily Pattern!
Hello, fellow crochet enthusiasts! Today, I’m thrilled to share a charming pattern that will bring a sprinkle of whimsy to your home: the Sweet Lace Whimsy doily! This delightful piece is perfect for crocheters of all levels, using only basic stitches. The Sweet Lace Whimsy doily features a cute, lacy openwork design, ideal for brightening up any space.
Measuring approximately 18.5 cm (7.3 inches) when made with lace weight yarn and a tiny 2 mm hook, this doily is a delightful size for a side table or cozy nook. But don’t worry – your finished size can vary depending on the yarn weight and hook size you choose.
For those who love color, the options are endless! Choose a single color for a simple, elegant look, or opt for multiple colors to create a vibrant rainbow effect. Variegated yarn is also a great option since it will add depth and dimension to your doily’s lovely design. Imagine the Sweet Lace Whimsy doily in pastel shades of pink and lavender or bold jewel tones like emerald green and royal blue – each version will bring its own personality to your decor!
What can you do with your Sweet Lace Whimsy creation? Its openwork spaces make it ideal as a dreamy table centerpiece or a charming backdrop for your favorite candles. Here’s an exciting twist: transform it into a whimsical dream catcher! Add feathers and beads to create a magical piece that captures dreams while bringing joy to your space.
If you prefer crochet charts over written instructions, or as a guide alongside them, this pattern comes with a handy crochet chart/diagram to make it even easier to follow along. If you want that extra visual guide to make things even smoother, just grab the ad-free PDF.
AD-Free, Print Ready PDF version of this pattern is available here.
So pick up your yarn and hook and let the Sweet Lace Whimsy inspire your next crochet adventure! Happy crocheting!
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Instructions
Ch 8 and sl st in first ch to form a ring.
- Round 1:Ch 3 (counts as dc), 23 dc in the ring, join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch3. (24 dc)
- Round 2:Ch 1, sc in same stitch, (ch 4, sc in next dc) 23 times, ch 1 and join with dc in beg sc to create last ch-4 sp of the round. (24 sc, 24 ch-4 spaces)
- Round 3:Ch 6 (counts as tr and ch-2 sp), (tr in next ch-4 sp, ch 2) around, join with sl st in 4th ch of beg ch6. (24 tr, 24 ch-2 spaces)
- Round 4:Sl st in next ch-2 sp, ch 1, sc in same sp, (ch 5, sc in next ch-2 sp) 23 times, ch 1 and join with tr in beg sc to create last ch-5 sp of the round. (24 sc, 24 ch-5 spaces)
- Round 5:Ch 4 (counts as tr), 2 tr in same sp, (ch 2, 3 tr in next ch-5 sp) around, ch 1 and join with sc in 4th ch of beg ch4 to create last ch-2 sp of the round. (72 tr, 24 ch-2 spaces)
- Round 6:Ch 1, sc in same sp, (ch 6, sc in next ch-2 sp) 23 times, ch 2 and join with tr in beg sc to create last ch-6 sp of the round. (24 sc, 24 ch-6 spaces)
- Round 7:Ch 1, sc in same sp, (ch 6, sc in next ch-6 sp) 23 times, ch 2 and join with tr in beg sc to create last ch-6 sp of the round. (24 sc, 24 ch-6 spaces)
- Round 8:Ch 1, sc in same sp, (ch 7, sc in next ch-6 sp) 23 times, ch 3 and join with tr in beg sc to create last ch-7 sp of the round. (24 sc, 24 ch-7 spaces)
- Round 9:Ch 1, sc in same sp, (ch 7, sc in next ch-7 sp) 23 times, ch 3 and join with tr in beg sc to create last ch-7 sp of the round. (24 sc, 24 ch-7 spaces)
- Round 10:Ch 1, sc in same sp, (ch 8, sc in next ch-7 sp) 23 times, ch 4 and join with tr in beg sc to create last ch-8 sp of the round. (24 sc, 24 ch-8 spaces)
- Round 11:Ch 1, sc in same sp, (ch 8, sc in next ch-8 sp) 23 times, ch 4 and join with tr in beg sc to create last ch-8 sp of the round. (24 sc, 24 ch-8 spaces)
- Round 12:Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc in same sp, in next ch-8 sp work (5 dc, ch 3, 5 dc), * in next ch-8 sp work (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc), in next ch-8 sp work (5 dc, ch 3, 5 dc); repeat from * around, in next ch-8 sp work 3 dc, join with hdc in 3rd ch of beg ch3 to create last ch-2 sp of the round. (192 dc, 12 ch-2 spaces, 12 ch-3 spaces)
- Round 13: * In ch-2 sp work (sc, ch 5, sc), ch 5, in next ch-3 sp work (dc, ch 2, dc, ch 5, dc, ch 2, dc), ch 5; repeat from * around, join with sl st in beg sc. (24 sc, 48 dc, 48 ch-5 spaces, 24 ch-2 spaces)
Fasten off and neatly weave in all loose ends.
| ch | chain |
| sc | single crochet |
| hdc |
half double crochet |
| dc | double crochet |
| tr |
treble crochet |
| sp | space |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| beg | beginning |
| * | work instructions following * as many times as indicated |
| ( ) | work instructions the number of times specified or work instructions in the stitch or space indicated or contains explanatory remarks |
And don’t forget, an ad-free, print ready PDF version of Sweet Lace Whimsy doily pattern is available for you to purchase, download, and print. The PDF file contains detailed written instructions and a very helpful crochet chart. The content is easy to read and print. The included crochet chart provides a visual aid that complements the written instructions, making it easier to follow along and create the desired project. Additionally, the PDF file includes active web links that provide informative details about various crochet stitches, enhancing the overall learning experience.
