Crochet Water Lily Nut Cup
The crochet water lily nut cup is a delightful and charming creation that adds a touch of whimsy to any table setting or event. Crafted with care and attention to detail, this adorable nut cup features intricate crochet work that mimics the delicate petals of a water lily. It's not only a practical way to serve nuts or candies but also serves as a lovely decorative piece.
The soft colors and intricate design make it a unique and eye-catching addition to any gathering or afternoon tea. Whether you're hosting a fancy party or simply treating yourself to a special snack, the crochet water lily nut cup is sure to bring a smile to your face and charm to your table.Materials
DAISY Mercerized Crochet Cotton size 20.
1 skein each No. 26 Lt. Blue and No. 10 Yellow.
Steel crochet hook No. 12.
Instructions
Base
With Blue, ch 8, join with sl st to form a ring.
ROW 1—Ch 3, 17 dc in ring, join to top of ch-3.
ROW 2—Ch 3, dc in same st, 2 dc in each dc around, join.
ROW 3—Ch 3, dc in same st, (dc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc) repeat around, join.
ROW 4—(Sc in 5 sts, 2 sc in next st) 10 times (63 sc). Join. Fasten off.
Large Petal
With Blue, ch 26, sc in 2nd st from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in next 2 ch, tr in next 15 ch, dc in next 3 ch, hdc in next 2 ch, 3 sc in end ch. Working on the other side of ch, make hdc in next 2 ch, dc in next 3 ch, tr in next 15 ch, dc in next 2 ch, hdc in next ch, sc in next ch, join with sl st in 1st sc.
ROW 2—Ch 3, (dc in next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st) 3 times, dc in next 5 sts, hdc in next 3 sts, sc in next st, (sc, ch 4, sc) in next st, sc in next st, hdc in next 3 sts, (dc in next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st) 3 times, dc in next 6 sts. Fasten off. Make 16. Sew 9 around the edge of Base. Sew remaining 7 to Base just inside 1st row.
Small Petal
With Blue, ch 21, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next 2 ch, dc in next 12 ch, hdc in next 3 ch, sc in next ch, 3 sc in end ch. Working on the other side of ch, make sc in next ch, hdc in next 3 ch, dc in next 12 ch, hdc in next 2 ch, sc in next ch, join with sl st in 1st sc.
ROW 2—Ch 1, (hdc in next 4 sts, 2 hdc in next st) twice, hdc in next 6 sts, sc in next 3 sts, (sc, ch 4, sc) in next st, sc in next 3 sts, (hdc in next 4 sts, 2 hdc in next st) twice, hdc in next 7 sts. Fasten off. Make 9. Sew to Base just inside 2nd row of petals.
Cup
With Yellow, repeat Base through Row 3.
ROW 4—Ch 3, dc in same st, (dc in next 8 dc, 2 dc in next dc) repeated around (60 dc).
ROW 5—Ch 3, dc in each dc around, join. Repeat Row 5 four times (through Row 9). Fasten off.
Edge
Join Blue to 1 dc, (ch 5, sl st in next dc, ch 1, sl st in next dc) repeated around. Join and fasten off. Sew bottom of Cup to center of Base. Dip Nut Cup in medium thick, hot starch. Wipe off excess. As starch dries, arrange petals and cup in even shape. Beginning with the inner row of Small Petals, and working out to the outside row, the bottom of petals can be tacked to the bottom of cup to help hold them in position.