Daisily Doily

Daisily Doily Crochet Pattern

What Is Being Made

The Daisily Doily is a decorative crochet doily designed by Inas Craft. This versatile piece functions as a table setting decoration, table topper, or tea cosy. The doily features a charming daisy-inspired motif, making it an elegant addition to home décor and functional textile projects. This pattern was originally presented as a mini community-along (CAL) event, allowing crafters to work through the design collaboratively.

Crochet Techniques Used

The Daisily Doily employs intermediate-level crochet techniques suitable for crafters with foundational skills. The pattern incorporates textured stitching methods that create dimensional effects, including front post techniques that add visual interest and depth to the finished piece. Working in rounds is a primary construction method, allowing the doily to develop its circular, bloom-like structure characteristic of daisy designs.

Stitches and Stitch Abbreviations

The pattern utilizes a range of fundamental and decorative crochet stitches to achieve its intricate appearance:

• Chain (ch) – foundational stitch for creating the base and increasing
• Single Crochet (sc) – basic stitch for structure and density
• Double Crochet (dc) – creates height and drape in the design
• Slip Stitch (slst) – joins rounds and secures stitches
• Front Post Single Crochet (FPsc) – textured stitch worked around post of previous row
• Front Post Double Crochet (FPdc) – dimensional stitch creating raised relief effects
• Front Post Slip Stitch (FPslst) – decorative joining technique

Materials: Yarn, Needles, and Hooks

The Daisily Doily pattern accommodates multiple yarn weights, offering flexibility in finished size and drape. Suitable yarn options include 3-ply, 4-ply, lace weight, and thread. This range allows crafters to create delicate, intricate doilies with finer materials or slightly more substantial pieces with heavier weights. The pattern requires an appropriate crochet hook sized to match the selected yarn weight, ensuring proper stitch definition and the lacy, decorative appearance characteristic of doily work.

Pattern Details

The Daisily Doily pattern is presented as a downloadable PDF, designed by independent designer Inas Craft. The pattern includes complete abbreviations using US crochet terminology, making it accessible to English-speaking crafters. Standard abbreviations covered include rnd (round), sp (space), st (stitch), and sk (skip), providing clear instructions throughout the project.