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Crochet Magic Oval 🪄✨

Crochet oval pattern for many applications including but not limited to Placemats, and Coasters.

Some Special Stitches are uses for the Magic Oval, so be sure to check out my YouTube Channel to find out how to do any of the stitches that are giving you problems. As well as the new Magic Oval Tutorial just released.

Can be used as a decorative placemats and matching coasters.

Magic oval creates an oval center that does not have the usual oval 'hole' on the ends.

and so much more....

I like to use this on bag bottoms as well as for small oval coasters.

Use to add to other crochet creations.

Say Goodbye to those end Gaps in your Ovals!

Magic Oval is a Crochet Game Changer!!

If you have ever crocheted an oval for a bag bottom or cute placemat, you probably already know about the dreaded holes that can form in the ends of the chain.

Usually, when we work around a foundation chain to create an oval, the ends can stretch out, leaving unsightly gaps at either side.

Enter: The Magic Oval 🪄 ✨

This technique is a total game saver for crocheters who want a denser, seamless finish. It creates a solid center without the usual oval 'hole' on the ends, giving your projects a professional, boutique quality look.

Why you will Love the Magic Oval

The beauty of this method lies in its versatility. Because it creates such a sturdy and clean start, you can use it as the foundation for almost anything that begins with an oval. I find myself reaching for this technique constantly.

My Favorite Ways to Use It:

Small Coasters: Perfect for that minimalist, clean aesthetic on your coffee table.

Home Decor: It is the ideal start for oval placemats, doilies and even rugs.

Bag Bottoms: It provides a strong, gap-free base that can support the weight of your items without stretching.

Hybrid Creations: Use it as a base to add to other crochet creations, like decorative patches or designs.

One Technique, Endless Applications

The Magic Oval isn't just for one specific pattern, it is a foundational skill that opens up a world of possibilities. Once you master the center, you can keep growing your stitches to create:

Elegant table runners.

Sturdy market totes.

Oval shaped stuffed plushies.

Decorative mats for your plants and plates.

Pro Tip: When using the magic oval for bag bottoms, I recommend using a slightly smaller hook than your yarn calls for to make the base even more rigid and durable.

What is Next?

Now that you know why the magic oval is so essential, are you ready to see how it's done?

Whether you are a seasoned pro or a beginner looking to level up, this technique will quickly become a staple in your crochet toolkit.

Magic Oval 🪄✨

Thank you for stopping by.

Best wishes, and happy crocheting,

~ Cathleen 🧶

Easter & Spring Crochet 🐣 by Doily Designs

Spring and Easter Crochet Patterns by Doily Designs 🐣🐣🐣

Crochet Daisy Washcloth Pattern

Easy Crochet Pattern written in US crochet terms. Tutorial on Youtube.

Lacy, Lazy Daisy Edge can be left floral or solid edge can be added to this floral washcloth, that can be made in a variety of colors and sizes.

Makes a great Doily or Dishcloth.

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Crochet Magic Flower Pencil Topper Pattern ~ 3 Magic Flowers in one great crochet PATTERN on Etsy

Updated pattern with new Magic Leaves for Magic Flowers!

The Magic Flower Pencil Topper is a fun and creative way to add a touch of nature to your writing tools!

6 Magic Flower designs to choose from in this pattern.

Customize your own blooming pencil or pen with the 3 distinct flower variations and various sizes of leaves. Whether you're working with a standard big pen or a #2 pencil, this topper is designed to fit perfectly.

The best part? You can easily take it off and on, so you can switch up your style whenever you like. Choose from a variety of colors to match your mood and create a unique flower arrangement that's all your own.

Elevate your stationery and let your creativity blossom with the Magic Flower Pencil Topper!

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Crochet Jeweled Cross Pattern

Written and graph patterns included.

Beautiful Cross to crochet for home decor, wreath add on, or gift.

2 border choices with simple and wobble edge (small shell). Center indent for mounting jewel.

These quick and easy crochet Crosses are filled with spirit and joy.

You can use any hook from micro to jumbo, just use corresponding yarn size for best results, and expect Cross sizes to correspond.

Cross Pattern on Etsy.

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Crochet Clover & Shamrock Pattern, Bunting, Coasters and Appliques

Lucky Four Leaf Clover Coaster, Shamrock Bunting, and Decorative Clover for St Patrick's Day.

One PATTERN, 6 Designs!

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Nothing says Spring like a Crochet Rose

No-Sew, No-Wilt Designs

Super simple and quick chain rose. Fun pattern gives you the No Wilt Rose Design, sharing my secrets here shhhh! With this simple trick, your rose leaves will stay perky and beautiful.

Pattern uses worsted weight acrylic yarn.

Make several to create a beautiful bought in no time with the Chain Rose and Leaf Pattern.

If you've ever been frustrated by droopy crochet flowers, your going to love my secret to a perky, long lasting rose.

This pattern is designed to be quick and easy, making it a great project for crocheters of all skill levels. With just a few simple stitches, you will be able to create these beautiful, dimensional roses in no time.

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Crochet Flower Coaster Floral Cup Doilies

Beginner friendly Crochet Flower Coasters or appliqués.

Crochet Phone Pouch with Cross Charm and Watermelon designs and more!

Crochet Cellphone Pouch with free Cross Charm included in Pattern.

Crochet phone pouch for glasses, phones, and more. New added Apple design, with more crochet phone tote ideas! 2 Pattern Package, Easy Crochet Pattern.

Find these patterns and more on Etsy, by Doily Designs.

Thank you for stopping by.

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Best wishes, happy crocheting, and happy Spring!

~ Cathleen 🧶

Crochet Cross Pattern Tutorial Release 🥳 ✝️ 🧶

✨ My Birthday Wish ✨this year was to finish this Crochet Cross Video Tutorial for you guys, and 🥳 wish come true! 🥳 🙏🏻 ✝️

Catch the new tutorial on Doily Designs Youtube Channel at; Crochet Cross Youtube

Instand PDF Pattern Download on Etsy: Crochet Cross Pattern

Dragon Tear, Jeweled Crochet Cross Pattern.

Beautiful Cross to crochet for home decor, wreath add on, or gifts.

2 Border Choices with Simple, and Wobble Border (Small Shell Edges), to choose from.

These quick and easy crochet Crosses are filled with spirit and joy.

You can use any hook from micro to jumbo, just use corresponding yarn size for best results, and expect Cross size to correspond. Approximate sizes are;

Hook/Yarn/Size

* Size 9, Thread, 5 x 4 in

* E/Size 4, WW, 10.5 x 8 in

* G/Size 4, WW, 13 x 10.5 in

* N/Size 5, Bulky, 20 x 15 in

Crochet and share a Cross this Easter, and Praise the Lord!

Find this new tutorial on Youtube.

Thank you for stopping by.

Best wishes and happy crocheting,

~ Cathleen 🧶

Poker Charm Crochet Pattern ♦️♠️♥️♣️

Update! ♠️♥️♣️♦️

Crochet Poker Charm pattern has gotten a fresh update with 2.0 new and improved Heart and Spade, along with a new video tutorial on Youtube.

(Picture is from original pattern.)

New update improved on the already great Heart and Spade Poker Charms to make them their very best.

♠️♦️♣️♥️

Thank you for stopping by.

Best wishes and happy crocheting!

⭐️

~ Cathleen 🃏 🧶

‼️Contact Doily Designs Cathleen 🛟 ‼️.

As my work continues to reach more of you through search, it has come to my attention that no one has ability to contact me. I want to make sure that the door is always open for conversation.

While the shop is always open for business on Etsy, I am usually available there, and it is the quickest route besides email for questions.

You can find me across most major social platforms by searching for Doily Designs, by Cathleen.

‼️ If you are trying to reach me directly, I do not receive EMAIL through this BLOG!!!‼️

You will find my email on my patterns for direct contact, and I am currently active on Pinterest, Etsy, Ravelry, Youtube, Substack, and LinkedIn. I have found that some platforms like Facebook have made it tricky to keep up with messages lately, so head over to Kofi to say hello!

I am looking forward to hearing your stories and sharing more of mine. Thanks for being part of this journey with me.

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Thank you so much for your support!

Best wishes and God Bless!!

~ Cathleen 🧶

'Kiss My Grits'

☕️ From Kiss My Grits to Crap on a Cracker 🫓

I have been on a total nostalgia trip lately, from Land of the Lost, Welcome Back Kotter, to the Jeffersons, finally moving on up.

I like to never found it because I was looking for Flo's diner not Mel's and it is Alice! But finally I found this great compilation of Flo from Alice with a terrific compilation of her "Kiss My Grits" highlights!

It has been so fun sharing these with my daughter. Her take? The aesthetics grabbed her attention. She loves the acting and the "gay vs creep" social dynamics of Three’s Company, but she’s not sold on the 70s scripts, she says that it is just constant back and forth dissing without enough plot! 😂

She’s not wrong, but man, the nostalgia hits different. Kismet brought me to this video today and I had to share.

Watching these clips, I realized that while Flo had the "Kiss my grits," my modern day equivalent is definitely Crap on a Cracker! 😂 Same energy, different decade. Sometimes you just need that one perfect line to handle the chaos of the day.

Huge thanks to David Frederick for the Season 3 compilation. It was exactly the trip down memory lane I needed. Check out Flo in action; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxURxQZS4mM

Crochet flag throw blanket was thrown in for aesthetics and pattern and available blankets by Doily Designs can be found on Etsy Along with 2 size BUNDLE with the King/Queen large and Junior patterns with bonus heart pillow patterns included.

Thank you for stopping by.

Best wishes,

Cathleen 🧶

oh, and... KISS MY GRITS 🤣

I think I have been developing a bit of Digital Incontinence lately... I just can't stop sharing these 70s flashbacks between Flo's sass and my Crap on a Cracker, the internet is getting all my thoughts today! 😂

Karmic Comedy with Yoshi

From Mother to Daughter: The Karmic Comedy of the Yoshi Hat

Now that my youngest daughter has picked up sewing, it has brought up old stories and tales from my Mother and myself, her recalling and telling the story of the Puppet Rush, bringing back my Karmic comedy when my daughter returns the request in sorts to me. This turns into one of my most popular blog post, by far, about a crochet Yoshi hat. Maybe the reason for its popularity, I think, is the story behind it, a tale that proves Karmic Comedy is a very real thing in my life.

A few nights before Halloween, my sweet daughter came to me with that all important request that she needed a Yoshi costume. Now, if you’re a maker, you know that request a few days out is like a five alarm fire. But, like any good parent, I thought, “Sure, why not?” and immediately started planning.

At the time, Yoshi costumes were hard to find, and patterns were scarce, so I decided to make it myself. I dove into a creative frenzy. I sourced a basic cap pattern, engineered the perfect set of big, adorable Yoshi eyes, and found a pattern for the iconic shell. I worked through the night, fueled by caffeine and the pure desire to see her smile. By morning, the costume was complete, and she went to school a very happy, very cute little dinosaur. The hat was the centerpiece and has gone on to be a beloved post and family treasure, a testament to that late night hustle.

The true comedy, though, lies in the flashback it triggered.

The Puppet Flashback

When I was little, I went to my own mother, a talented seamstress and maker. It was a Friday, and I confidently informed her that I needed three puppets by Monday for a school play. I didn’t just need any puppets; I needed a bear, a woodsman, and his wife.

Of course, she pulled it off. But she didn’t just make three functional puppets; she went above and beyond. Her fabulous trio was a masterpiece, stitched with care, personality, and flair. They were a huge hit in my little school play and a source of quiet pride for me.

My last minute, demanding request of my mother came back to me years later in the form of my daughter’s last minute Yoshi request. That, my friends, is karmic comedy, the universe’s gentle way of reminding me that what goes around, comes around, even in crafting.

Sharing the Love and Talent

In the end, that Yoshi hat is more than just crochet; it’s a symbol of the incredible love, talent, and kindness my mother shared with me. Every stitch I make, every late night I work for my own kids, I’m channeling her generous spirit.

And if you’re feeling inspired by this tale of late night crafting (or feeling the karmic loop yourself!), you can find all the details, patterns, and references for my iconic Yoshi hat post HERE.

What’s your best “karmic comedy” story from your crafting or parenting life? I’d love to read it in the comments!

Thank you, Mom❣️

& Thank you for stopping by.

Best wishes and happy crafting,

~ Cathleen 🧶

Silly Christmas Pickles for the Kids ❤️ 🥒 ☃️

Source of inspiration for this adorable pattern; Thank you Marina Chuchkalova for this adorable idea.

Visit Marina's FaceBook page My Crochet Wonders to find links to patterns and more cute crochet snap toys.

Whimsical little Christmas gift ornaments, that are crochet sensory, snap toys and keychains as well.

Just a little fun something inspired by another crocheter 🧶❤️

and now seeing Demogorgons that are cutely done.

Just such a fun idea where ever it originated!

Add to a gift tag or hide in the Christmas tree. 🎄 🥒 ☃️

Find more of our Silly Christmas Pickle videos on YouTube shorts.

Thank you for stopping by.

Best wishes and Happy Holidays!

~ Cathleen 🧶 ☃️

Christmas Pattern Round Up

Holiday Crochet 🧶🎄☃️

Whether you are looking to create a stunning heirloom for your home or you need a quick, thoughtful gift for a loved one, I've gathered a few of my favorite Doily Designs patterns' for the holidays.

Most paid, and link to Etsy as well as a free doily pattern, with links to right here on Doily Designs.

From vintage inspired showstoppers to quick yarn busting gift ideas, there is something here for every skill level.

The Eye Catching, Showstopper: Cranberry Pineapple Christmas Tree Skirt

Seen below in 43 inch medium size. 👇

This pattern takes the elegant, vintage pineapple crochet look and gives it modern, chunky style. Sure to be an heirloom favorite.

Comes in 2 great sizes; Medium (43 inch) and Large (60 inch) tree skirts and 2 Pattern Bundle

Modern Style; designed for a chunky doily look that works up beautifully in a short time and adds instant texture to your tree.

The 3 in 1 Christmas Mandala Ornament

This is a versatile hidden gem that derseves a spot in your holiday rotation. It starts with an easy, color changeable Mandala base that can be finished in four different ways:

Christmas Balls: Stuffed for a classic ornament look.

Coasters: Keep them flat for festive table settings.

Garland: String them together to deck your halls.

Gift Tags: The perfect handmade touch for your presents.

Christmas Mandala Doily Pattern includes pattern to make into a cushion/pillow or stool/chair cover, and doily edge options. (seen if 1st photo used as a doily)

And another Mandala Coaster Pattern: A tad simpler, and easier Mandala Coaster Pattern.

Stars, Faith, and Tradition

Keep the true meaning of the season in your crafts with these symbolic designs:

The Jeweled Cross: A beautiful, elegant pattern to keep the "Christ" in Christmas

Star Chart Pattern: Features stars in many different shapes to suit any project.

Large 5 Inch Applique Star: Perfect for adding to other crochet projects.

Quick Gifts & Home Decor ❄️

Mint Chocolate Chip Holiday Doily found here on the blog, free and Etsy for purchase, and shown here in multiple Holiday Colors.

Need a last minute gift? These patters are quick to make and always appreciated:

Tiny Seasonal Tote: An adorable quick gift idea for holding lip balm.

Holiday Washcloths with Elegant Edge in:

Circle

Spuare

and Coaster Size Square as well, and more.

And we must not forget the Candy Cane Christmas Blanket!

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Ready to Start Stitching?

You can find all of these patterns and more in my Etsy shop. Whether you're making a set of matching Mandala ornaments or starting on the big Cranberry Pineapple tree skirt, I can't wait to see what you create!

Browse Patterns on Etsy

Happy Holidays and happy crocheting,

~ Cathleen

Crochet Christmas Mandala Ornaments

Christmas Mandalas are great for crochet ornaments, coasters, garland, gift tags and more! 🎄🧶☃️

Get ready to deck the halls with new Balls and Holly 🧶🎄 with these fun crochet Christmas Mandala Ornaments🎄

This fun pattern is designed to be quick, and incredibly versatile.

Easy to change color Mandala base is perfect for creating a gorgeous, coordinated holiday gift set.

Ways to Decorate with Christmas Mandala 🎄🧶☃️

🎄 Balls 🎀

Create beautiful, lightweight Christmas tree ornaments in the colors of your choice. 🎄

🧶 Garland 🎀

Link them up for a festive mantel or doorway banner. 🚩

☃️ Coasters 🎀

Keep them flat for quick, charming holiday coasters. 🍹

🎁 Gift Tags 🎀

Great decorative gift tags to embellish those special gifts. 🏷️

Mix and match designs and colors to make matching decorative Christmas Mandala sets for the table, the tree, mantel, gifts and more.

Need Video Help? If you are new to crochet? Don’t worry, this pattern is written clearly, and you can find the free video tutorials on my YouTube. Search my channel for any basic stitches in question and the Mandala tutorial.

Pattern now on Ravelry! 🥳