Materials Needed & Measurements:
- Crochet Hook: 1.5 mm
- Thread: Size 10 crochet cotton (300-400 yards)
- Tools: Scissors, tapestry needle, blocking supplies
- Finished Size: 15-18 inches (varies by tension and materials)
Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- dc: double crochet
- tr: treble crochet
- sp: space
- sk: skip
- rep: repeat
Stitching Instructions for Making the Pineapple Doily Pattern
Center Circle:
- Begin: Create a magic ring or chain 6 and join with a sl st to form a ring.
- Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), work 15 dc into the ring. Join with a sl st to the top of the starting ch-3. (16 dc total)
Foundation Pineapple Rounds:
- Round 2: Ch 4 (counts as 1 dc + ch 1), dc in the next st, ch 1. Rep from to around. Join with sl st to the 3rd ch of starting ch-4. (16 ch-1 spaces)
- Round 3: Sl st into the next ch-1 sp, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), (dc, ch 3, dc) in the next ch-1 sp, sk 1 sp. Rep from to around. Join with sl st. (8 ch-3 spaces)
Beginning the Pineapple Motifs:
- Round 4: Sl st into the next ch-3 sp, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in each ch-3 sp. Rep from to around. Join with sl st to the top of the starting ch-3.
- Round 5: Sl st into the first ch-3 sp, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), work 2 dc, ch 5, 2 dc in each ch-3 sp around. Join with sl st.
Expanding the Pineapple Motifs:
- Round 6: Sl st into the first ch-5 sp, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), work 3 dc, ch 7, 3 dc in each ch-5 sp. Rep around and join with sl st.
- Round 7: In the next round, continue building pineapple motifs by tapering the tops and increasing chain lengths:
- Work clusters of 3 dc in each ch space, separated by increasing chains (e.g., ch 7 → ch 9 → ch 11).
- For the top of each pineapple motif, gradually decrease the number of dc clusters as you approach the tip.
Shaping Decorative Openings:
- Between pineapple motifs, work ch 5 or ch 7 spaces and adjust the spacing to maintain a balanced lace pattern.
- Add occasional rows of sc or dc between the motifs to reinforce the structure and shape.
Outer Edging:
- Final Rounds: For the edging, add scallops or picots to create a decorative border:
- Option 1: In each large ch space, sc, ch 5, sl st into the first ch (picot), sc. Repeat around.
- Option 2: Work 5 dc into each large ch space, sl st into the next space for a scalloped look.
- Option 3: Alternate between dc clusters and picots for more intricate edging.
Finishing Touch:
- Fasten off the thread and weave in loose ends with a tapestry needle to secure them neatly.
- Block the doily:
- Dampen it slightly and pin it to a flat surface, stretching it to the desired size.
- Ensure all pineapples and scallops are symmetrical and well-shaped. Allow it to dry completely before unpinning.
Tips for Success:
- Use a stitch diagram if available for better visualization of the lace layout.
- Adjust your hook size if your tension is too loose or tight.
- Use stitch markers at the beginning of each round to track progress and prevent mistakes in lace patterns.
- For advanced precision, count stitches frequently to ensure alignment and symmetry.
Finish by blocking the doily to define its shape and enhance the design.
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