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Amazing decorative crochet doilies can be considered art without hesitation! These circular crocheted pieces are so intricate and detailed, that only experienced makers can master it.
The stitches need to be very even, tension equal in all parts of the piece, not to mention advanced techniques for creating depth and structure. Doilies are most often made with fine yarn or thread, and blocked afterwards. Blocking and stiffening are required in such delicate pieces, to even out all the irregularities that come from crocheting. By using these techniques, you can achieve amazing results – little pieces of art! Decorative doilies can be put on the table or featured on the wall. Anyway, they most definitely deserve to be admired by your guests!
Take a look at the examples below and search for links to free patterns under the pictures.
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1. Amanda
This beautiful mandala features six different stitches, that create an amazing mosaic of simple techniques, that look incredible together. You can easily adjust the size of your mandala by simple repeating one of the stitches as many times as you want.
- DESIGNED by Karin Åshammar/Virklust
- PROJECT TYPE shawl
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Karin Åshammar/Virklust / Ravelry.com
Find this free pattern on virklust.wordpress.com, or check out more on its Ravelry page here.
2. Viola Doily Free Crochet Pattern
This beautiful, lacy doily is such a lovely embellishment for your home! It will look lovely on your coffee table and as a hanging decoration for your windows. Quite easy to make and so intricate!
- DESIGNED by Aki Kasaishi
- PROJECT TYPE doily
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
- CRAFT crochet
The full article about the free pattern and the photos are here. More info on raverly can be found here.
3. Doily With Tulips Free Crochet Pattern
This amazing, vibrant mandala is 39 cm wide, so it will look lovely not only on your coffee table, but also on your dining table. It’s so decorative and sweet! Make sure to try this one!
- DESIGNED by marifu6a
- PROJECT TYPE doily
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
- CRAFT crochet
The full article about the free pattern and the photos are here. More info on raverly can be found here.
4. Susie
This stunning lacy doily is so beautiful and romantic! It’s going to be a stunning addition to your coffee table, drinking tea while having those lovely doilies on the table will be so much better!
- DESIGNED by Irina Maleeva
- PROJECT TYPE doily
- SKILL LEVEL advanced
- CRAFT crochet
Go to the pattern Susie
5. Shamrock Soiree
This beautiful, shamrock doily will make such a splendid decoration for your home! It looks like a stunning, spring leaf on a meadow full of flowers. Beautiful idea for a gift, enjoy!
- DESIGNED by Julia Hart
- PROJECT TYPE doily
- SKILL LEVEL advanced
- CRAFT crochet
Go to the pattern Shamrock Soiree, see more here
6. Spring Song
This stunning colorful, delicate doily will look just perfect on your coffee table. Lace is always in fashion – it’s classic but simply timeless. And it goes great will every home decor.
- DESIGNED by Julia Hart
- PROJECT TYPE doily
- SKILL LEVEL advanced
- CRAFT crochet
Go to the pattern Spring Song, see more here
7. Spring Song
Those dories look just beautiful – the dark and white color really embellishes this amazing, detailed lace. They will be a great coasters or just a decoration on your coffee table. Lovely!
- DESIGNED by Julia Hart
- THIS VERSION is by IriSkaBeat
- PROJECT TYPE doily
- SKILL LEVEL advanced
- CRAFT crochet
Go to the pattern Spring Song, see more of this version here and here
8. Evocation
This stunning doily can be intimidating at first. Deep purple color and lacy center make it look royal and sophisticated.
- DESIGNED by Julia Hart / Draiguna
- PROJECT TYPE doily
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL advanced
Go to the pattern Evocation
9. Ulita
Delicate doily like this one will be a beautiful decoration of your table all year round.
- DESIGNED by Alla Chikalova
- CRAFT crochet
- PROJECT TYPE doily
- SKILL LEVEL advanced
Go to the pattern Ulita
10. Holly Doily
This gorgeous holly doily by DROPS design is a classic doily, that will make a really beautiful decoration for your coffee or dining table. Feel free to change the colors, because you can be absolutely sure, that this one will look incredible in any color palette. The finished size is approximately 37 cm in diameter.
- DESIGNED by DROPS design
- PROJECT TYPE mandala
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by DROPS design / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on garnstudio.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
11. Kerstin
Kerstin is a beautifully detailed doily by Karin Åshammar/Virklust, that will make such a stunning decoration of your home! Take a look at the pictures below, aren’t these colors just gorgeous? The finished size is approximately 26 cm / 10 in after blocking.
- DESIGNED by Karin Åshammar/Virklust
- PROJECT TYPE mandala
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Karin Åshammar/Virklust / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on virklust.wordpress.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
12. Royal Crown
This gorgeous mandala in the pictures below was designed by Karin Åshammar/Virklust and it’s going to be a fantastic decoration for your coffee / dining table. The finished size after blocking is approx 40 cm/16 in (using Järbo 8/4, 2.5 mm hook) and 45 cm/18 in (using Catona, 3.0 mm hook). What do you think about it? 🙂
- DESIGNED by Karin Åshammar/Virklust
- PROJECT TYPE mandala
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Karin Åshammar/Virklust / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on Ravelry.
13. Earth Day Doily
This beautiful doily in the pictures below was made by Rajeshwari Singh as a lovely way to celebrate the Earth Day. And You can’t deny that it really looks like the ocean, right? However feel totally free to use your imagination to choose the Yarn Colors according to any occasion you like!
- DESIGNED by Rajeshwari Singh
- PROJECT TYPE mandala
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Rajeshwari Singh / ravelry.com
Find the original free pattern on rajiscrafthobby.blogspot.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
14. Mandalove Circle
This gorgeous mandala in the pictures below was made by SisHomemade and it’s absolutely mesmerizing, don’t you think? It’s a free pattern and it will be a simply stunning decoration for your home! The finished size is approximately 40 cm/15.75 in.
- DESIGNED by SisHomemade
- PROJECT TYPE mandala
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by SisHomemade / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on Ravelry.
15. Twilight
This fantastic, delicate mandala in the pictures below was made by Machika Sawada and it’s an amazing project, that you will absolutely love! It’s so intricate and vintage looking, it will be an amazing addition to your coffee table. Will you make one of these? Let me know!
- DESIGNED by Machika Sawada
- PROJECT TYPE mandala
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Machika Sawada / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on Ravelry.
16. Lubava
The textured crochet design in the pictures below is called “Lubava,” and it’s made by Tatiana Kolesnikova. This pattern consists of written instructions with charts and terminology from the United States/America. It has 31 rounds. The finished doily measures approximately 13-14 inches.
- DESIGNED by Tatiana Kolesnikova
- PROJECT TYPE mandala
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Tatiana Kolesnikova / ravelry.com
Find the original free pattern on Ravelry.
17. Comeback Mandala
Come back to the origin of the crochet experience and start your project from the small center of a mandala doily. Going round with your beautiful yarn creates a crochet project that can be used as a coaster, table cloth or wall hanging ornament. The design gives you an option to introduce some Zen vibe into your interior. It will also be a great housewarming gift to anyone who would profit from some harmony.
- DESIGNED by Anna Nilsson
- PROJECT TYPE mandala doily
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by Anna Nilsson / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on Ravelry.
18. Alite Doily
It all starts with a geometric crochet star in the middle, and then goes around to finally create a multicolored doily. The Alite doily pattern has some unusual texture and motifs that look the best when crafted in quite contrasting colors. That’s how the shapes of the design are emphasized and the beauty of the doily can be fully admired. The crochet pattern comes with a video tutorial for a better understanding of the design.
- DESIGNED by Tayu Purnamasari for Knitter Knotter
- PROJECT TYPE doily
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos by Knitter Knotter / knitterknotter.com
Find original free pattern knitterknotter.com.
19. Easy Beginners Doily
For beginners looking to dive into the world of crochet, this beautiful round crochet doily is the perfect project. Its intricate design is surprisingly easy to master, making it a satisfying challenge that teaches key crochet techniques. You can create a stunning home accent while building confidence in your crochet skills. With a free crochet pattern, this crocheted doily is the perfect way to add a handcrafted touch to your home decor.
- DESIGNED by Crochet ‘n’ Create
- PROJECT TYPE Crochet doily
- CRAFT Crochet
- SKILL LEVEL Beginner
Photos by Crochet ‘n’ Create / Ravelry.com
Find the original free pattern on crochetncreate.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
20. Aurora
Crochet enthusiasts looking to take their skills to the next level will love this textured crochet doily. Its intricate pattern demands attention, with each stitch forming a delicate piece of art. It’s not just a crochet doily but a small masterpiece, ideal for those who appreciate the finer points of crochet.
- DESIGNED by Nelly Klos
- PROJECT TYPE Crochet doily
- CRAFT Crochet
- SKILL LEVEL Beginner
Photos by Nelly Klos / Ravelry.com
Find the original free pattern on Ravelry.
