Crochet Bee Doily Pattern

Buzzing Elegance Crochet Bee Doily Pattern

This exquisite crochet Cute bee doily pattern is a standout piece that adds a touch of elegance to any table setting. At its center lies a meticulously crafted bee, surrounded by intricate lace patterns that radiate outward in a graceful circular design. The doily’s delicate crochet work highlights the artistry and skill involved in its creation, making it both a decorative element and a testament to fine craftsmanship. Perfect for enhancing the charm of your dining table or display area, this handmade doily combines beauty with functionality, offering a sophisticated and unique touch to your home decor.

Perfect for both special occasions and everyday use, this crochet bee doily adds a touch of sophistication to any setting, be it your dining room, living room, or another space in need of elegance. The detailed bee motif at its center, complemented by intricate lacework, makes this doily a distinctive and eye-catching piece. Its exquisite craftsmanship is ideal for those who appreciate fine handmade decor and wish to enhance their home with a unique, charming touch. Whether used as a focal point on a table or as an elegant accent in any room, this doily brings a refined and personalized element to your decor.

Materials Needed

Yarn (cotton thread) in the following colors:
- Cream (doily base)
- Black and yellow (bee motif)
Crochet hook size 1.75 mm (size 6 steel hook)
Yarn needle
Stitch markers
Scissors

Abbreviations

ch: chain
sc: single crochet
hdc: half double crochet
dc: double crochet
tr: treble crochet
sl st: slip stitch
st(s): stitch(es)
rnd: round
inc: increase (2 sts in the same stitch)
dec: decrease (stitches together)

Pattern

Center of Doily

Rnd 1: With cream yarn, make a magic ring and work 12 dc into the ring. Sl st to the first dc to join. (12 sts)
Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc here and throughout), dc in the same st, 2 dc in each st around. Sl st to the top of ch-3 to join. (24 sts)
Rnd 3: Ch 3, dc in next st, 2 dc in next st around. Sl st to the top of ch-3 to join. (36 sts)
Rnd 4: Ch 3, dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st around. Sl st to the top of ch-3 to join. (48 sts)
Rnd 5: Ch 3, dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st around. Sl st to the top of ch-3 to join. (60 sts)

Bee Motif

Body:
1. Rnd 1: With black yarn, make a magic ring and work 6 sc into the ring. (6 sts)
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
3. Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18 sts)
4. Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24 sts)
5. Rnd 5: With yellow yarn, 3 sc, inc around. (30 sts)
6. Rnd 6: With black yarn, 4 sc, inc around. (36 sts)
7. Finish off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Wings (make 2):
1. Row 1: With cream yarn, ch 10.
2. Row 2: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (9 sts)
3. Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog. (7 sts)
4. Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. (7 sts)
5. Row 5: Ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog. (5 sts)
6. Row 6: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. (5 sts)
7. Row 7: Ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc in next st, sc2tog. (3 sts)
8. Finish off and leave a long tail for sewing.

Doily Lace

Rnd 6: With cream yarn, ch 3, dc in next 4 sts, ch 1, dc in next 4 sts around. Sl st to the top of ch-3 to join. (72 sts)
Rnd 7: Ch 5 (counts as tr), tr in next 5 sts, ch 1, tr in next 5 sts around. Sl st to the top of ch-5 to join. (84 sts)
Rnd 8: Ch 6 (counts as tr, ch 2), tr in next st, ch 2, tr in next st, ch 2 around. Sl st to the top of ch-6 to join. (96 sts)
Rnd 9: Ch 3, dc in next 6 sts, ch 2, dc in next 6 sts around. Sl st to the top of ch-3 to join. (108 sts)
Rnd 10: Ch 4 (counts as tr), tr in next 7 sts, ch 2, tr in next 7 sts around. Sl st to the top of ch-4 to join. (120 sts)