Romantic Oval Doily Placemat Crochet Pattern

Hello Everyone! 🙂
Today I have the Romantic Oval Doily Placemat crochet pattern to share with you. It is made in only 13 rounds using mercerised cotton yarn and a 3 mm crochet hook. All you need to start is a crochet hook and some yarn or thread in the color of your choice.

If you prefer to learn by watching, I have a 2 part video tutorial below. Or, scroll down to view the written pattern!

Hope you enjoy!

Happy crocheting! 😊

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You can also purchase the ad free printable PDF version of this pattern on my ETSY or RAVELRY

Video Tutorials:

Part 1 Round 1 - 6

Part 2 Round 7 - 13

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. 

I also have a matching Romantic Round Doily Placemat crochet pattern here: http://www.kristinescrochets.com/2019/06/romantic-doily-placemat-free-crochet.html

Other Oval Doily patterns you might like:

• Blooming Ivy Oval Doily
  
  
  
• Oval Flower Doily
  
  
  
• Oval Picot Placemat
  
  
  
• Oval Doily Table Runner
  
  
  

The patterns on this website are my original designs created by me.

Please do not copy, rework, distribute, republish or sell my patterns and photos. 

Do not create video tutorials free or paid.

Thank you!

©2022 KristinesCrochets 

Basic Winter Mittens - Free Crochet Pattern

Hi everyone! 🙂

This time I would like to share with you my Basic Winter Mittens crochet pattern.
The best part about these mittens is that they work up fairly quickly and will keep you warm during the colder months.

If you prefer to learn by watching, I have a video tutorial below. Or, scroll down to view the written pattern!

I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
Happy Crocheting!😉

Disclosure: Please note that this post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase using these links - at no extra cost to you.

Video Tutorial:

Written Pattern:

Materials:

• Worsted / DK weight yarn, size 4 /3 - medium. I used Audine Wools Bloom DK weight yarn (80% alpaca wool, 10% silk, 10% camel. 211m/100g) in the colorway Forget Me Not. 70 grams (148 meters approx.) of yarn needed for this pattern.
• 4,5 mm ( US size 7) crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Latch hook (optional)

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate.

Size: The pattern is written in one size which will fit an average adult woman.

Width: 10 cm (4 inches)

Length including the cuff: 24 cm (9.5 inches)

Thumb length: 7 cm (2.8 inches)

Gauge: 7 stitches x 5.5 rows = 5cm (2 inches) in half double crochet

Abbreviations (US terms):

st./sts - stitch / stitches

sl st. – slip stitch

ch – chain

hdc – half double crochet

hdc2tog – 2 half double crochet closed together

dc – double crochet

fpdc - front post double crochet

bpdc - back post double crochet

Learn how to work fpdc here: 

https://www.anniescatalog.com/crochet/content.html?content_id=65&type_id=S

Learn how to work bpdc here: 

https://www.anniescatalog.com/crochet/content.html?cid=3&scat_id=332&type_id=S&content_id=66

()* - repeat the instructions between the brackets the number of times indicated.

Pattern Notes:

• Mittens are crocheted in the round.
• They are worked from the top down.
• Both mittens (right and left) are worked exactly the same.
• Ch1 and ch2 at the beginning of rounds do not count as stitches.

Instructions:

The Mitten (make 2):

Start with ch4, sl st. into first ch to form a ring.

Round 1: ch1, 7hdc into ring. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (7 sts)

Round 2: ch1, 2hdc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (14 sts)

Round 3: ch1, 1hdc into same st., 2hdc into next st. 

(1hdc into next st., 2hdc into next st.)* repeat 6 times around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (21 sts)

Round 4: ch1, 1hdc into same st., 1hdc into next st., 2hdc into next st.,

(1hdc into next 2 sts, 2hdc into next st.)* repeat 6 times around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (28 sts)

Round 5 - 14: ch1, 1hdc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. 

(28 sts)

Round 15 (Creating the thumb hole): ch1, 1hdc into each st. (25 sts) until you have 3 sts left, ch5. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. 

Round 16: ch1, 1hdc into each st. and into each ch st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (30 sts)

Round 17: ch1, 1hdc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. 

(30 sts)

Round 18: ch1, skip first st., 1hdc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (29 sts)

Round 19: ch1, skip first st., 1hdc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (28 sts)

Round 20: ch1, skip first st., 1hdc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (27 sts)

Round 21: ch1, skip first st., 1hdc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (26 sts)

Round 22: ch2, 1dc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first dc. (26 sts)

Round 23 - 26 (The cuff): ch2, 1fpdc into first st., 1bpdc into next st., 

(1fpdc into next st., 1bpdc into next st.)* repeat 12 times around. Join with a sl st. into first fpdc. (26 sts)

The thumb:

Join the yarn to any st. of the thumb hole opening.

Round 1: ch1, 13hdc evenly around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (13 sts)

Some of the stitches may not be into a stitch, they may be worked into stitch posts.

Round 2 - 5: ch1, 1hdc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. 

(13 sts)

Round 6: ch1, 1hdc into same st., hdc2tog over next 2 sts, 

(1hdc into next st., hdc2tog over next 2 sts)* repeat 3 times around, 1hdc into last st. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (9 sts)

Round 7: ch1, skip first st., 1hdc into next st., (hdc2tog over next 2 sts)* repeat 3 times, 1hdc into last st. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (5 sts)

Finish off leaving a long tale. Close the top of the thumb by weaving the yarn tail through each stitch around the top using a yarn needle. Pull it to close the hole, fasten off and weave it inside the thumb.

Weave in all ends using a yarn needle or latch hook.

The patterns on this website are my original designs created by me.

Please do not copy, rework, distribute, republish or sell my patterns and photos. 

Do not create video tutorials free or paid.

Thank you!

©2022 KristinesCrochets 

Easy Crochet Granny Square Motif

Hi Everyone! 😊

Today i am sharing an easy Granny Square Motif crochet pattern with you. The squares are worked in the round with top side always facing throughout. These can be used individually as coasters or joined together to create tablecloths, blankets, tops, etc.

Keep reading for the written pattern and a video tutorial! 

Hope you enjoy! 

Happy crocheting!😊

Disclosure: Please note that description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase using these links - at no extra cost to you.

Video Tutorial:

Written Pattern:

Size: The square motif measures approx. 14 cm x 14 cm (5,5 inches x 5,5 inches)

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate

Materials Used:

• DK weight yarn, size 3 - light. I used Nako Calico 50% cotton, 50% acrylic yarn. 13 grams (32 meters approx.) of yarn needed for this pattern.
• 3,5 mm 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

trc3tog - 3 treble crochet closed together

()* - repeat the instructions between the brackets the number of times indicated.

Instructions:

Start with ch5, sl st. into first ch to form a ring.

Round 1: ch3 (counts as a dc), 15dc into ring.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3. (16 sts)

Round 2: ch5 (counts as 1dc + ch2),

(1dc into next dc st., ch2)* repeat 15 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch5.

Round 3: ch3 (counts as a dc), 2dc into next ch2 space,

(1dc into next dc st., 2dc into next ch2 space)* repeat 15 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3. (48 sts)

Round 4: ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc into same st.,

(ch5, skip next 2 dc sts, 1sc into next dc st.)* repeat 15 times around.

Join with ch2 + 1dc into first sc to make last ch5.

Round 5: ch1 (doesn't count as st., 1sc into that same (ch2 + 1dc) space of previous round, ch7, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space,

(ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch7, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space)* repeat 3 times around.

Join with ch2 + 1dc into first sc to make last ch5.

Round 6: ch1 (doesn't count as st., 1sc into that same (ch2 + 1dc) space of previous round, ch5, trc3tog into next ch7 space, ch5, trc3tog into same ch7 space, ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch5,

(1sc into next ch5 space, ch5, trc3tog into next ch7 space, ch5, trc3tog into same ch7 space, ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch5)* repeat 3 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc.

Round 7: ch3 (counts as a dc), 4dc into next ch5 space, 1dc into next trc3tog st., (4dc, ch3, 4dc) into next ch5 space, 1dc into next trc3tog st., 4dc into next ch5 space, 1dc into next sc st., 4dc into next ch5 space, 1dc into next sc st., 4dc into next ch5 space, 

(1dc into next sc st., 4dc into next ch5 space, 1dc into next trc3tog st., (4dc, ch3, 4dc) into next ch5 space, 1dc into next trc3tog st., 4dc into next ch5 space, 1dc into next sc st., 4dc into next ch5 space, 1dc into next sc st., 4dc into next ch5 space)* repeat 3 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

Ch1, cut off the yarn, fasten off and weave in the ends.

Other Square Motif patterns you might like:

• Sunset Flower Square
  
  
  
• Flower Square Table Runner
  
  
  
• Cherry Blossom Square
  
  
  
• Popcorn Flower Square
  
• 12 Petal Flower Square
  
  
  
  
  
  

The patterns on this website are my original designs created by me.

Please do not copy, rework, distribute, republish or sell my patterns and photos. 

Do not create video tutorials free or paid.

Thank you!

©2022 KristinesCrochets