{"id":2853,"date":"2025-11-19T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-11-19T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cyberpunk2077.cam\/?p=2853"},"modified":"2025-11-19T04:00:01","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T04:00:01","slug":"%f0%9f%8d%bd%ef%b8%8f-textured-round-placemat-doily-tutorial%e2%9c%a8%f0%9f%92%96%f0%9f%98%98%f0%9f%98%98","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cyberpunk2077.cam\/?p=2853","title":{"rendered":"\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Textured Round Placemat \/ Doily Tutorial\u2728\ud83d\udc96\ud83d\ude18\ud83d\ude18"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

That’s a wonderful request! Crocheting round placemats and doilies uses the same basic principles: working in the round and consistently increasing stitches to keep the item flat. The main difference lies in the material<\/strong> and the number of increase rounds<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here is a detailed tutorial for a Simple Textured Round Placemat\/Doily<\/strong> that is easy for beginners, using the Half Double Crochet (HDC) stitch for a dense, sturdy fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Textured Round Placemat \/ Doily Tutorial<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This pattern uses the Half Double Crochet (HDC) stitch worked in the Back Loop Only (BLO) to create subtle, concentric texture rings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Materials Needed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Item<\/strong><\/td>Recommended Material<\/strong><\/td>Hook Size (Example)<\/strong><\/td>Key Feature<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
Doily<\/strong><\/td>Size 10 or 20 Cotton Thread<\/td>1.5 mm – 2.0 mm<\/td>Delicate, Stiffened<\/td><\/tr>
Placemat<\/strong><\/td>Worsted (Size 4) or Bulky (Size 5) Cotton Yarn<\/strong><\/td>5.5 mm – 8.0 mm<\/td>Sturdy, Washable<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Key Crochet Terms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Abbreviation<\/strong><\/td>Stitch Name<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
ch<\/strong><\/td>Chain<\/td><\/tr>
sl st<\/strong><\/td>Slip Stitch<\/td><\/tr>
hdc<\/strong><\/td>Half Double Crochet<\/td><\/tr>
inc<\/strong><\/td>Increase (2 hdc in one stitch)<\/td><\/tr>
st(s)<\/strong><\/td>Stitch(es)<\/td><\/tr>
BLO<\/strong><\/td>Back Loop Only (creates texture)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Part 1: The HDC Flat Circle Formula<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To maintain a flat circle, you must increase the total number of stitches by the number you started with in every round<\/strong>. HDC typically starts with 8 to 10 stitches. We will use 10 for a smooth circle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Round (R)<\/strong><\/td>Increase Rule<\/strong><\/td>Total Stitches<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
R1<\/strong><\/td>Hdc 10 in magic ring<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
R2<\/strong><\/td>Inc in every st<\/td>20<\/td><\/tr>
R3<\/strong><\/td>Hdc 1, Inc<\/td>30<\/td><\/tr>
R4<\/strong><\/td>Hdc 2, Inc<\/td>40<\/td><\/tr>
R5<\/strong><\/td>Hdc 3, Inc<\/td>50<\/td><\/tr>
R(N)<\/strong><\/td>Hdc (N-2), Inc<\/td>N x 10<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Part 2: Working the Pattern (HDC BLO)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The instructions below should be worked using the BLO<\/strong> (Back Loop Only) for all HDC stitches to achieve the textured ridge lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Round 1: Establishing the Center<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Start the Ring:<\/strong> Make a Magic Ring<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Base Stitches:<\/strong> ch 2<\/strong> (does not count as st). Work 10 hdc<\/strong> into the center ring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Finish:<\/strong> Pull the yarn tail tight. Join with a sl st<\/strong> to the first hdc. (10 sts)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    Round 2: Doubling the Stitches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    1. ch 2<\/strong> (does not count as st). Work 2 hdc BLO (inc)<\/strong> in every stitch around the circle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Join with a sl st<\/strong> to the first hdc. (20 sts)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Round 3: Hdc 1, Increase<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      1. ch 2<\/strong> (does not count as st).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Work 1 hdc BLO<\/strong> in the first stitch. Work inc (2 hdc BLO)<\/strong> in the next stitch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Repeat Pattern:<\/strong> [1 hdc BLO, inc]<\/strong> around the circle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Join with a sl st<\/strong> to the first hdc. (30 sts)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Round 4: Hdc 2, Increase<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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        1. ch 2<\/strong> (does not count as st).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. Work 1 hdc BLO<\/strong> in the next 2 stitches<\/strong>. Work inc (2 hdc BLO)<\/strong> in the next stitch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        3. Repeat Pattern:<\/strong> [Hdc BLO in next 2 sts, inc]<\/strong> around the circle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        4. Join with a sl st<\/strong> to the first hdc. (40 sts)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Continuing to Grow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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          • Round 5:<\/strong> Hdc BLO in next 3 sts, inc<\/strong>. Repeat around. (50 sts)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Round 6:<\/strong> Hdc BLO in next 4 sts, inc<\/strong>. Repeat around. (60 sts)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            Continue repeating this sequence, adding one extra hdc between increases in each subsequent round, until the desired diameter is reached.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            Part 3: Sizing and Finishing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            Sizing Guidelines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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            • Doily:<\/strong> Stop when the diameter reaches 6\u201312 inches (depending on thread weight).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Placemat:<\/strong> Stop when the diameter reaches 12\u201314 inches (standard size).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Edging and Clean Finish<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              When you reach the desired size, complete the item with a neat border:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              1. Final Round (Reverse SC\/Crab Stitch):<\/strong> Instead of a plain slip stitch join, work a round of Reverse Single Crochet (Crab Stitch)<\/strong> around the edge. This creates a neat, rope-like border that is perfect for placemats. Join with a sl st to the first stitch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              2. Fasten Off:<\/strong> Cut the yarn, weave the tail into the back of the work, and trim.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                Stiffening (For Doilies)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                For doilies to look delicate and hold their shape:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                1. Soak:<\/strong> Soak the doily in a mixture of water and liquid starch or fabric stiffener.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                2. Pin:<\/strong> Lay the wet doily on a mat or thick towel and pin the edge all around<\/strong>, stretching it slightly to form a perfect circle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                3. Dry:<\/strong> Allow the doily to dry completely before removing the pins.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                  Your crocheted placemat or doily is now ready for use!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  Video tutorial:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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