Delicate Picot Doily: The Cutest Crochet Craze That’s Sweeter Than a Cupcake!
Hey there, fellow crocheters! Get ready to fall head over hooks for the Delicate Picot Doily! Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or a beginner looking to expand your skills, this pattern is delightfully straightforward, and the end result is absolutely adorable.
Crafted with an airy, lightweight construction, these precious little doilies come together in a snap, allowing you to whip up a whole collection without breaking a sweat. The best part? The pattern is totally free, so you can indulge in your crochet cravings without a care in the world.
Go wild with colors and textures to get that perfect look you’re after. No need to stick to the rules!
Tweak the yarn weight and hook size until you’ve got the size that’s just right for you. This adorable doily measures about 19 cm or 7.5 inches across when crafted with crochet thread size 10 and a 1.75 mm hook.
This stunning doily is like a magic wand for your home decor. You can toss it over a side table for that cozy vibe, or get creative and turn it into a dreamy wall hanging. The sky’s the limit with this little gem, so let your imagination run wild and get ready to create a kaleidoscope of handmade happiness!
Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting to pick up the hook, this pattern is sure to deliver a satisfying and enjoyable crafting experience, resulting in a darling final piece that captures the essence of sweet, feminine style. You’ll be stunned by how fast and easy these airy crochet doilies are to whip up! So, what are you waiting for? Grab your hook and get ready to create something truly beautiful with the super simple, totally free Delicate Picot Doily!
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Instructions
Make a magic ring.
- Round 1:Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in the ring, * ch 3, 2 dc in the ring; repeat from * 7 times, pull the thread tail to tighten the ring as much as needed, ch 1 and join with hdc in 3rd ch of beg ch3 to create last ch-3 sp of the round. (16 dc, 8 ch-3 spaces)
- Round 2:Ch 6 (counts as dc and ch-3 sp), dc in same sp, ch 3 * in next ch-3 sp work (dc, ch 3, dc), ch 3; repeat from * 7 times, join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch6. (16 dc, 16 ch-3 spaces)
- Round 3:Sl st in next 2 chains, ch 1, sc in same sp, * ch 3, 4 dc in next ch-3 sp **, ch 3, sc in next ch-3 sp; repeat from * around ending last repeat at **, join with dc in first sc to create last ch-3 sp of the round. (32 dc, 8 sc, 16 ch-3 spaces)
- Round 4:Ch 1, sc in same sp, * ch 5, sc in next ch-3 sp; repeat from * around (15 times), ch 1 and join with tr in first sc to create last ch-5 sp of the round. (16 ch-5 spaces, 16 sc)
- Round 5:Ch 1, sc in same sp, ch 4 and sl st in 4th ch from the hook – picot made, sc in same sp, * ch 5, in next ch-5 sp work (sc, ch 4 and sl st in 4th ch from the hook – picot made, sc); repeat from * around (15 times), ch 2 and join with dc in first sc to create last ch-5 sp of the round. (16 ch-5 spaces, 32 sc, 16 ch-4 picots)
- Round 6:Ch 6 (counts as dc and ch-3 sp), dc in same sp, * ch 4, in next ch-5 sp work (dc, ch 3, dc); repeat from * around (15 times), join with tr in 3rd ch of beg ch6 to create last ch-4 sp of the round. (32 dc, 16 ch-3 spaces, 16 ch-4 spaces)
- Round 7:Ch 3 (counts as dc), 3 dc in same sp, * ch 3, sc in next ch-3 sp **, ch 3, 4 dc in next ch-4 sp; repeat from * around ending last repeat at **, ch 1 and join with hdc in 3rd ch of beg ch3 to create last ch-3 sp of the round. (64 dc, 16 sc, 32 ch-3 spaces)
- Round 8:Ch 1, sc in same sp (around hdc), ch 6, * sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 5, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 6; repeat from * around (15 times), sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 2 and join with dc in first sc to create last ch-5 sp of the round. (16 ch-5 spaces, 16 ch-6 spaces, 32 sc)
- Round 9:Ch 1, sc in same sp, * ch 6, sc in next sp; repeat from * around (31 times), ch 2 and join with tr in first sc to create last ch-6 sp of the round. (32 ch-6 spaces, 32 sc)
- Round 10:Ch 1, sc in same sp, ch 4 and sl st in 4th ch from the hook – picot made, sc in same sp, * ch 6, in next sp work (sc, ch 4 and sl st in 4th ch from the hook – picot made, sc); repeat from around (31 times), ch 2 and join with tr in first sc to create last ch-6 sp of the round. (32 ch-6 spaces, 32 ch-4 picots, 64 sc)
- Round 11:Ch 6 (counts as dc and ch-3 sp), dc in same sp, * ch 4, in next ch-6 sp work (dc, ch 3, dc); repeat from * around (31 times), ch 1 and join with dc in 3rd ch of beg ch6 to create last ch-4 sp of the round. (64 dc, 32 ch-3 spaces, 32 ch-4 spaces)
- Round 12:Ch 1, sc in same sp, * ch 1, in next ch-3 sp work (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 4 and sl st in 4th ch from the hook – picot made, dc, ch 1, dc), ch 1, sc in next ch-4 sp; repeat from * around omitting the very last sc, join with sl st in first sc. (128 dc, 128 ch-1 spaces, 32 sc, 32 ch-4 picots)
Fasten off and weave in all loose ends to secure your work and create a neat, polished look.
| 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 |
Don’t forget, a print-ready, ad-free PDF version of this pattern is available for purchase. You can download and print it out. The PDF file contains clear, easy-to-read instructions, complete with active web links that provide useful information about various crochet stitches
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