🌸 Hexagonal Lace Doily Pattern (Pink Provence Style)
Hexagon Lace Crochet Doily Pattern (Step-by-Step Guide)(H1)
Create a stunning hexagon lace doily using simple crochet clusters and picot edges. Perfect for tabletops, gift décor, or vintage-inspired crafts. This easy-to-intermediate pattern works in circular rounds and naturally expands into a delicate lace hexagon.
Skill Level & Finished Size(H2)
Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate
Size: Approx. 37 cm (14.5 in) diameter
Materials Needed(H2)
Yarn & Hook (H3)
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Cotton crochet thread size 10 (~40 g)
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1.75 mm crochet hook
Other Tools (H3)
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Scissors
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Yarn needle for weaving in ends
Abbreviations (US Terms)(H2)
Ch – Chain
Sl st – Slip stitch
Sc – Single crochet
Dc – Double crochet
Tr – Treble crochet
Sp – Space
St – Stitch
Pc – Picot (ch 3, sl st in 1st ch)
Crochet Instructions(H2)
Round 1 : Foundation Ring (H3)
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Ch 8, join with sl st to form a ring.
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Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), work 17 dc into ring.
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Join with sl st in top of ch-3. (18 dc total)
Round 2 : Creating Hexagon Base (H3)
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Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), dc in same st, ch 1, 2 dc in next st.
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Repeat around.
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Join with sl st in top of ch-3. (18 dc pairs)
Round 3 : Form Clusters (H3)
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Sl st to next ch-1 sp.
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Work (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in next ch-1 sp around.
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Join with sl st.
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Result: 6 clusters forming a hexagon.
Round 4 : Expand Corners (H3)
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Sl st to center of first ch-1 sp.
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Work (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in each ch-1 sp around.
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Join with sl st.
Round 5 : Build Sides (H3)
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Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same sp, ch 2.
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(3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in next ch-3 corner sp, ch 2, 2 dc between next groups — repeat around.
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Join.
Round 6 : Continue Hexagon Pattern (H3)
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Sl st to corner sp.
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(3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in corner sp, ch 3, 3 dc between side groups around.
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Join.
Rounds 7–10 : Expand to Desired Size (H3)
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Continue pattern, always placing (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in corners.
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3 dc in each side space between groups.
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Your hexagon will naturally grow.
Final Round : Delicate Picot Edge (H3)
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Work 1 sc, ch 3 (picot), 1 sc in next st around edges and corners.
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Fasten off and weave in all ends.
Finishing (H2)
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Gently block the doily to shape the hexagon.
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Stretch corners to define edges.
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Lightly spray with water or starch for a crisp finish.
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Let dry flat.
💡 Helpful Tips (H2)
Keep Tension Consistent (H3)
Even tension ensures your hexagon grows evenly without curling.
Use a Fine Blocking Mat (H3)
Helps pin corners precisely and achieve a perfect shape.
Start with Light Yarn (H3)
Cotton thread works best for delicate lace; avoid heavy or stretchy yarn.
❗ Common Mistakes & Fixes (H2)
Mistake 1: Doily Edges Curl (H3)
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Cause: Tight foundation chain or uneven tension.
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Fix: Relax tension; block gently after completion.
Mistake 2: Hexagon Sides Uneven (H3)
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Cause: Missing increases in corner clusters.
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Fix: Count clusters carefully and follow pattern spacing exactly.
Mistake 3: Picots Don’t Stand Out (H3)
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Cause: Too tight stitches at the edge.
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Fix: Loosen tension slightly and ensure ch-3 is even.
🌟 Where to Use This Hexagon Lace Doily (H2)
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Table centerpieces or trays
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Vintage-inspired décor for shelves or dressers
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Layering under vases, candles, or figurines
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Handmade gifts for friends & family
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Decorative wall hangings (stiffen for durability)
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Wedding or festive table settings
Its delicate picot edges and hexagon shape add a timeless, handcrafted charm to any space.


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