Crochet Romantic Oval Doily Placemat Pattern
If you're looking to add a touch of romance to your dining table, the Crochet Romantic Oval Doily Placemat is a perfect choice! This intricately designed placemat combines classic crochet techniques with a delicate oval shape, creating a charming addition to any table setting. The detailed pattern of the doily exudes elegance and sophistication, making it ideal for special occasions or everyday use.
Whether you're setting the table for a cozy dinner for two or hosting a dinner party with friends, this placemat is sure to impress your guests. Embrace the nostalgia and warmth of hand-crocheted decor with this beautiful and functional piece that will elevate your dining experience with a touch of love and craftsmanship.Written Pattern
Size
The doily measures approximately 37 cm x 29 cm (14.6 inches x 11.4 inches).
Skill Level
Easy to Intermediate
Materials Used
- Sport weight mercerized cotton yarn, size 2 - fine. I used Alize Bahar mercerised 100% cotton yarn in the colorway 38 (coral). 55 grams (143 meters approx.) of yarn needed for this pattern.
- 3mm crochet hook.
- Scissors.
- Yarn needle or Latch hook for weaving in ends. Or, you can use a crochet hook.
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- st./sts - stitch / stitches
- ch - chain
- sl st. - slip stitch
- sc - single crochet
- dc - double crochet
- trc - treble crochet
- ch3picot - ch3, insert your hook into first ch made (into 3rd ch from hook), yarn over, pull through all loops on the hook.
- ()* - repeat the instructions between the brackets the number of times indicated.
Instructions
Foundation
ch22
Round 1
5dc into the 4th ch from hook,
1dc into next 17 ch sts,
6dc into last ch st.,
1dc into next 17 ch sts on the other side of the foundation chain.
Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch at the beginning of the round. (46 sts)
Round 2
ch2 (doesn't count as a st.), 2dc into same st., 2dc into next 5 sts,
1dc into next 17 sts,
2dc into next 6 sts,
1dc into next 17 sts.
Join with a sl st. into first dc. (58 sts)
Round 3
ch2 (doesn't count as a st.), 1dc into same st., 2dc into next st.,
(1dc into next st., 2dc into next st.)* repeat 5 times,
1dc into next 17 sts,
(1dc into next st., 2dc into next st.)* repeat 6 times,
1dc into next 17 sts.
Join with a sl st. into first dc. (70 sts)
Round 4
ch2 (doesn't count as a st.), 1dc into same st., 1dc into next st., 2dc into next st.,
(1dc into next 2 sts, 2dc into next st.)* repeat 5 times,
1dc into next 17 sts,
(1dc into next 2 sts, 2dc into next st.)* repeat 6 times,
1dc into next 17 sts.
Join with a sl st. into first dc. (82 sts)
Round 5
ch2 (doesn't count as a st.), 1dc into same st., 1dc into next 2 sts, 2dc into next st.,
(1dc into next 3 sts, 2dc into next st.)* repeat 5 times,
1dc into next 17 sts,
(1dc into next 3 sts, 2dc into next st.)* repeat 6 times,
1dc into next 17 sts.
Join with a sl st. into first dc. (94 sts)
Round 6
ch2 (doesn't count as a st.), 1dc into same st., 1dc into next 3 sts, 2dc into next st.,
(1dc into next 4 sts, 2dc into next st.)* repeat 5 times,
1dc into next 17 sts,
(1dc into next 4 sts, 2dc into next st.)* repeat 6 times,
1dc into next 17 sts.
Join with a sl st. into first dc. (106 sts)
Round 7
ch2 (doesn't count as a st.), 1dc into same st., 1dc into next 4 sts, 2dc into next st.,
(1dc into next 2 sts, 2dc into next st.)* repeat 10 times,
1dc into next 22 sts, 2dc into next st.,
(1dc into next 2 sts, 2dc into next st.)* repeat 10 times,
1dc into next 17 sts.
Join with a sl st. into first dc. (128 sts)
Round 8
ch5 (counts as 1dc + ch2),
(skip next st., 1dc into next st., ch2)* repeat 63 times around.
Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch5.
Round 9
ch2 (doesn't count as a st.), 1dc into same st., 1dc into next ch2 space,
(1dc into next st., 1dc into next ch2 space)* repeat 2 times,
(1dc into next st., 2dc into next ch2 space)* repeat 20 times,
(1dc into next st., 1dc into next ch2 space)* repeat 12 times,
(1dc into next st., 2dc into next ch2 space)* repeat 20 times,
(1dc into next st., 1dc into next ch2 space)* repeat 9 times.
Join with a sl st. into first dc. (168 sts)
Round 10
ch4 (counts as 1dc + ch1),
(skip next st., 1dc into next st., ch1)* repeat 83 times around.
Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch4.
Round 11
sl st. into next ch1 space, ch4 (counts as 1dc + ch1), 1dc into same ch1 space,
((1dc, ch1, 1dc) into next ch1 space)* repeat 83 times around.
Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch4.
Round 12
sl st. into next ch1 space, ch5 (counts as 1trc + ch1), (1trc, ch1)* repeat 5 times into same ch1 space, skip next 2 dc sts, skip next ch1, skip next 2 dc sts, 1sc into next ch1 space, ch1,
(skip next 2 dc sts, skip next ch1, skip next 2 dc sts, (1trc, ch1)* repeat 6 times into next ch1 space, skip next 2 dc sts, skip next ch1, skip next 2 dc sts, 1sc into next ch1 space, ch1)* repeat 20 times around.
Join with a sl st. into 4th ch of beginning ch5.
Round 13
ch4 (counts as 1dc + ch1), ch3picot, ch1, (skip next ch1, 1dc into next trc st., ch1, ch3picot, ch1)* repeat 4 times, skip next ch1, 1dc into next trc st.,
(skip next ch1, skip next sc st., skip next ch1, 1dc into next trc st., (ch1, ch3picot, ch1, skip next ch1, 1dc into next trc st.)* repeat 5 times)* repeat 20 times around.
Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch4.
Ch1, cut off the yarn, fasten off and weave in the ends.