An old fashioned gift
I've spent the last couple of evenings crocheting a doily for my Nan. I have to say, it's changed my view of doilies.
I've spent the last couple of evenings crocheting a doily for my Nan. I have to say, it's been a bit of a Krytpon Factor experience that has changed my view of doilies - I use to see them as frilly dust magnets, but I've decided they're actually feats of engineering...
I wanted a modern, Summery pattern and found one called Autumn Reflections Doily by Cylinda Mathews, on Ravelry.
Progress
The pattern only had 15 rounds so it was quite quick to complete. I was so busy concentrating, I didn't really take any photos of the process.
Edging
I love the simple edging detail of picot stitch.
Blocking
I don't normally block my finished crochet projects (a bit lazy of me really) but I decided I would in this case because the edges had curled up slightly and I wanted the doily to sit flat.
The Women's Institute would be proud!
Notes
- Pattern: Autumn Reflections Doily by Cylinda Mathews
- Crochet cotton: 1x Anchor Mercer Crochet Cotton size 20, 20g (155m)
- Crochet hook: Clover no.2 (1.5mm)
