Absolutely! Here's a detailed, long-form guide on how to make a fantastic crochet doily flower pattern, suitable for beginner to intermediate crocheters. This doily combines the beauty of lacework with the structure of a flower motif, resulting in a stunning, decorative piece perfect for home décor, gifts, or table centerpieces.

🌸 How to Crochet a Fantastic Doily Flower Pattern – Step-by-Step Guide

Crochet doilies are delicate works of art that combine intricate stitch patterns with elegant design. When shaped like a flower, a doily becomes even more stunning—a blend of nature-inspired beauty and handcrafted charm. This pattern features petal-like rounds, lacy mesh, and a radiating floral shape that grows from the center outward.

Let’s walk through everything you need to know to make your own fantastic crochet flower doily.

🧵 MATERIALS NEEDED

Yarn or Thread

Cotton crochet thread (size 10) is traditional for doilies and provides crisp definition
You can also use lightweight yarn (e.g. fingering or sport weight) for a larger doily with a softer look

Hook

Use a 1.75 mm or 2 mm steel crochet hook for size 10 thread
Adjust size accordingly for thicker yarn

Notions

Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)
Small scissors
Blocking pins and mat (for shaping)

📏 FINISHED SIZE

Using crochet thread and 1.75 mm hook: approx. 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) in diameter
Using sport weight yarn: approx. 15–18 inches (38–46 cm)

🧶 STITCHES & ABBREVIATIONS (US TERMS)

ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
tr – treble crochet
sp – space
st(s) – stitch(es)
shell – a group of dc worked into the same st or space
picot – 3 ch, sl st in 1st ch (for small pointy accents)

🌼 FANTASTIC CROCHET DOILY FLOWER PATTERN

This pattern begins at the center and works outward in circular rounds, forming layered flower petals and open lace.

🔸 Round 1 – Flower Center

Ch 6, join with sl st to form a ring
Ch 3 (counts as dc), work 15 dc into the ring
Sl st to top of beginning ch-3 (16 dc total)

🔸 Round 2 – Form Petals

Ch 1, sc in next st, ch 5 – repeat from * around
Join with sl st to first sc (you should have 16 ch-5 loops)

🔸 Round 3 – Petal Shells

Sl st into first ch-5 loop
Ch 3, 4 dc in same loop, ch 3, sl st into same loop (petal made)
Repeat in each ch-5 loop
You now have 16 flower petals forming the first round

🔸 Round 4 – Connect Petals

Sl st into next ch-3 space at petal tip
Ch 5, sl st into next petal tip
Repeat around (16 ch-5 loops)
Join with sl st

🔸 Round 5 – Extended Petals

Sl st into first ch-5 loop
Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in same loop (shell made)
Shell in next loop – repeat around
Join with sl st

You now have 16 larger shells forming the second layer of petals.

🔸 Round 6 – Lacy Round

Sl st into next 2 dc and into ch-2 space
Ch 6 (counts as dc + ch 3), dc in same space
Ch 5, dc in next shell’s ch-2 space, ch 3, dc in same space – repeat around
Join with sl st

🔸 Round 7 – Petal Overlay

Sl st into next ch-3 space
Ch 3, 5 tr in same space, ch 3, sl st in same space (large petal)
Repeat in each ch-3 space
Sl st to join

You now have larger flower petals laid over the lacy base.

🔸 Round 8 – Mesh Background

Ch 6, skip petal, dc in space between petals
Ch 6, dc between petals – repeat around
Join

🔸 Round 9 – Scallop Edging

Sl st into ch-6 loop
Ch 1, sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc in each loop
Sl st to finish off

This round creates a gently scalloped outer edge to complete the flower-like shape.

🪡 FINISHING

Fasten off yarn and weave in all loose ends neatly.
Block your doily:
- Soak in lukewarm water, squeeze out excess moisture
- Pin each petal tip and scallop evenly to a foam board or blocking mat
- Let it dry completely for crisp shape and definition

🌈 DESIGN VARIATIONS

Color Play: Alternate colors between rounds—center yellow, petals pink, lace white, etc.
Layered Flowers: Add a small 3D flower motif in the center for added depth
Metallic Thread: Use a gold or silver filament with white or cream for a festive accent
Beaded Edges: Add beads to ch spaces or picots for sparkle

🎨 USES FOR YOUR DOILY FLOWER

Table center or coffee table décor
Jar or vase topper
Coasters (using thicker yarn)
Framed wall art
Gift wrapping embellishment
Wedding or baby shower decorations

💡 TIPS FOR BEGINNERS

Keep your tension consistent for even shaping
Use stitch markers to mark the start of each round if needed
Practice picots and shells before starting
Don’t worry if it curls slightly—it will flatten with blocking

🧶 FINAL THOUGHTS

A fantastic crochet doily flower is a project that blends beauty and simplicity. With a combination of shells, petals, and mesh, even beginners can create a breathtaking lace doily that radiates from the center like a blooming flower. This project teaches you many foundational lace techniques—so you build skills as you create something stunning.

Take your time, enjoy the process, and let your creativity bloom!

🎥Video Tutorial

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