Lace Flower Circle

Lace Flower Circle by Louisa Noble

What is Being Made

The Lace Flower Circle is a versatile circular lace pattern that can be adapted into multiple home goods and decorative items depending on yarn weight and needle size selection. This single-piece design works beautifully as a dishcloth, spa cloth, table mat, coaster, decorative rug, throw blanket, or cat blanket. The pattern's flexibility allows crafters to create anything from a delicate small flower accent for a dressing table to an oversized statement piece for an armchair.

Pattern Structure and Design

This circular lace pattern is worked in the round as one continuous piece using the short-row technique. The design features a fully reversible construction, making it equally attractive on both sides. The pattern creates a flower shape with either three or four petals per repeat, depending on which size option is selected.

Stitches and Techniques Used

• Garter stitch – forms the simple, textured base of the pattern
• Lace effect – created through strategic yarn overs that produce openwork details
• Short rows – the primary shaping technique that creates the circular flower form in a single piece
• Yarn overs – essential for creating the lace elements throughout the design

Yarn Weight and Needle Options

The Lace Flower Circle accommodates a wide range of yarn weights, making it an adaptable pattern for various projects. Available yarn weights include 4-ply, DK, light worsted, heavy worsted, chunky, and super chunky options.

Small Size Specifications: When worked in 4-ply yarn with UK size 11 needles (US size 2), the finished diameter measures 18cm or 7 inches. When made in DK or light worsted yarn with UK size 8 needles (US size 6), the finished diameter is 20cm or 8 inches.

Large Size Specifications: The pattern includes a large size option as well, offering increased petal count and finished dimensions for larger projects.

Material Recommendations

Cotton yarn is specifically recommended for creating functional dishcloths and face cloths, as it provides both decorative appeal and practical durability for everyday use. For delicate decorative flowers, finer yarns such as 4-ply work beautifully. Chunky and super chunky yarns on larger needles create oversized statement pieces perfect for throws and cat blankets.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for knitters with some experience who are comfortable working with lace techniques and short-row shaping.