Crochet Doilies

Many people who crochet in modern times avoid crocheting doilies for a long time. They wonder where they will use them. They assume that all crochet doilies are made with thread and that thread crochet is difficult - both of which are false assumptions. They get so excited about making contemporary things that they don't get interested in making doilies. But at some point in your crochet journey, you might want to explore the joy of doily making.

Doilies are circular, making them great projects for meditative crochet. Doilies, like crochet mandalas, can be used as decoration on tables or even framed as beautiful wall art. Alternatively, doilies can serve as the center piece for wearable designs including hair accessories, they can be worked up in alternative materials like t-shirt yarn for use as rugs or they can be wrapped around stones and other upcycled materials. Many people have been inspired to make doily dresses for proms and other special events. Doilies can be tons of fun!

Here are free crochet doily patterns, some of them vintage and some of them fresh, to inspire you to get started with doily making and design. Take a look!