Introduction to the Free Mandala Crochet Pattern
If you're an intermediate level crocheter looking for a new and exciting project, then this free mandala crochet pattern is perfect for you. With just some worsted weight yarn and a size J 6.00 MM crochet hook, you can create a beautiful and intricate crochet doily that measures approximately 20 inches by 20 inches when finished. In this blog post, we'll guide you through each round of the pattern to help you create your own stunning mandala.
Materials Needed
- 200 yards worsted weight yarn (4)
- Crochet hook size J 6.00 MM
- Yarn needle (to weave in ends)
- Scissors
Abbreviations Used
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- st = stitch
- bl = back loop
The Crochet Doily Pattern
Round 1:
Chain 3, then make 12 double crochets in the 3rd chain from the hook. Slip stitch to the top of the first double crochet. (12 stitches)
Round 2:
Chain 1, then work 2 single crochets in every stitch around. Slip stitch to the top of the first single crochet. (24 stitches)
Round 3:
Chain 3, then work 2 double crochets in the first stitch, slip stitch in the next stitch, and repeat around. Slip stitch to the top of the first double crochet. (36 stitches)
Round 4:
Chain 1, working in the back loop only this round, work a half double crochet in each stitch around, with an additional half double crochet in the same stitch, chains 2, and skip the slip stitch in between. Repeat around and slip stitch to the top of the first half double crochet. (48 stitches)
Round 5:
Chain 1, work a half double crochet in the first stitch, a half double crochet in the next stitch, and 2 single crochets in the chain 2 space from the previous round. Repeat around and slip stitch to the top of the first half double crochet. (48 stitches)
Round 6:
Chain 3, work 2 double crochets in the first stitch, a single crochet in the next stitch, and repeat around. Slip stitch to the top of the first double crochet. (72 stitches)
Round 7:
Chain 3, chain 2, skip 2 stitches, double crochet in the next stitch, and repeat around. Slip stitch to the first chain of the chain 2 space (not the chain 3). (74 stitches)
Round 8:
Chain 3, double crochet in the chain 2 space from the previous round, then double crochet in the next chain 2 space, chain 3, and double crochet in the same chain 2 space. Repeat around and end with a chain 2, then slip stitch to the top of the first double crochet. (98 stitches)
Round 9:
Chain 3, work 3 double crochets in the chain 3 space from the previous round, single crochet between the 2 double crochets from the previous row, and repeat around, ending with 3 double crochets in the chain 2 space and 1 single crochet in the same space. Slip stitch to the top of the first double crochet. (100 stitches)
Round 10:
Chain 3, chain 3, 2 double crochets in the single crochet from the previous round, and repeat around. End with a chain 3 and 1 double crochet, then slip stitch to the top of the first chain of the second chain 3. (124 stitches)
Round 11:
Chain 1, work 3 single crochets in the chain 3 space from the previous round, double crochet in the next stitch, double crochet in the next stitch, and repeat around, ending with 4 single crochets in the last chain 3 space, then slip stitch to the top of the first single crochet. (124 stitches)
Round 12:
Chain 3, starting in the first stitch, double crochet, double crochet, double crochet, double crochet, chain 1, and repeat around, ending with 4 double crochets, then slip stitch to the top of the first double crochet. (154 stitches)
Round 13:
Chain 1, work a single crochet, single crochet, single crochet, single crochet, 2 double crochets in the chain 1 space from the previous round, and repeat around, ending with 2 double crochets in the slip stitch space from the previous round, then slip stitch to the top of the first single crochet. (186 stitches)
Round 14:
Chain 3, chain 1, double crochet, chain 3, double crochet in the same stitch as the first double crochet, chain 1, skip 6 stitches, and repeat around. End with a double crochet, chain 3, double crochet, then slip stitch to the top of the first double crochet. (162 stitches)
Round 15:
Chain 3, work 7 double crochets in the chain 3 space from the previous round, and 1 double crochet in the chain 1 space from the previous round. Repeat around and slip stitch to the top of the first double crochet. (190 stitches)
Finishing Touches
After completing round 15, fasten off the yarn and weave in the ends throughout the mandala using a yarn needle. If you wish, you can also block the doily crochet pattern to give it a more polished look. Once you've finished these steps, you'll have created a stunning mandala doily that will be a beautiful addition to your home decor.
With this detailed guide, you can easily follow along with each round of the pattern to create your own mandala crochet masterpiece. Enjoy the process of crocheting and watch as your creation comes to life with every stitch.
