How to crochet Irish doily

[@serenity6415]

You've shown me my niche! I love crocheting, and I've only been doing it for a few months, but I've been struggling to get into patterns for blankets, dish towels.. the back and forth - it's too simple and boring! This though, this is what I was made for! The complex, ornate patterns satisfy me so much and I'm flying along. Thank you for teaching us how to do this so clearly. This is the first of your videos I've seen, but it's just the beginning. You've shown me where I belong in crochet. Thank you!! I get so much satisfaction and entertainment from this, and coming off long-term, severe depression, this is another piece of finding myself and building an enjoyable life. It may seem like just a video, but small things can have huge impact. I'm going to gift this to my friend's daughter, who I recently bequeathed a few pretty pieces of antique cups and saucers, teaware, that had belonged to my gradmothers. They're from the same era as this pattern so, I figure it's fitting.

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you so much for your kind message! I am very happy to hear that my tutorial has been inspirational and motivational to you! I feel the same, it is really satisfying to create these crochet pieces, to see something pretty emerging from your fingers. I can't stop crocheting for that reason, and I'm glad to have so many fellow crocheters on the same wavelength. This keeps me going! So thank you for my motivation! Happy crocheting!

[@believeinnature8930]

Thank you so much for teaching us how to crochet this Irish doily. Following your instructions was easy and possible for me to make it!🙏🏼😊

[@handmadebyraine]

Wonderful! You are very welcome, and thank you too!

[@mamabear3428]

Little late to the party. I love that you explain every step. All the other doily videos just play music with written instructions and no explanation. Always have to look at the screen to make sure I don't miss anything. Yours are much better You got yourself a subscriber 💞

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you so much! It's good to know my tutorial style is helpful!

[@melissaemmerson7019]

I’ve just finished making this today! Going to steam it and put it on my table so pretty ❤

[@mariaelenavecchione2213]

A real pleasure to follow your excellent tutoring of this gorgeous Irish doily. Thank you so much for sharing 🤗🌷

[@handmadebyraine]

You are most welcome!

[@aprilmcpherson-vanraalte5590]

My grandmother made me one and was going to teach me but.... God wanted her home

[@handmadebyraine]

So sorry to hear! :(

[@ganicheva91]

So sorry 😢

[@Padraigp]

My granny was making me a yellow knit jumper when she died..I wonder what happened the peices. She taught me a little but i tried recently and lord was it difficult to even hold the knitting needles!

[@Joemother6838]

Im doing mine with a 1.00mm hook and I'm loving how it looks! It's a gift for my granny and im sure she'll love it :) thanks for the amazing pattern

[@handmadebyraine]

Wow! That must be really pretty with tiny hook like yours!

[@dokadnietak7708]

i actually finished it 😭 it's so gorgeous and i made it even tho im a begginer ahh im so happy thank youu❤️

[@handmadebyraine]

Very happy to hear! Hopefully you want to make more of these, I have lots of doily patterns on my blog.

[@Crochetarts]

@@handmadebyraine how I can make it bigger than this.. can you till us how many dc in the first and how we continue. Thanks

[@TreasureCustard]

I did it!! Your instructions are spot on, as my skills are lacking!!😂 Thank you!!

[@annepakrasi8994]

It's so beautiful yet so complicated. You are extremely talented.

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you so much 😊

[@Melanie-yj8hs]

Beautiful color. I love it, enjoyed making the doily along with you.

[@patricianelson4556]

I have only just started the video, but this is so far one of the best how to videos I have seen.

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, Patricia! So happy to hear!

[@lorrainefoord7384]

Thank you so very much ... excellent tutorial - I completed my very first doily! I look forward to checking out your channel. I am in awe of people like you who give up their time to show us all how to do it. I've the Priscilla Centrepieces and Doilies book, but find it much easier to follow along with you!

[@handmadebyraine]

You are so welcome! And thank you for such kind feedback!

[@PreetiSingh-zx1qq]

I was searching something elegant..now I got this even I am also found of vintage designs loved your work so much....hope you will bring more and more designs like this .

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, I'm glad to hear it! You can find quite many doily patterns among my videos.

[@cammac4880]

Beautiful, just beautiful. Thank you for sharing. My husband is Irish so have to make this one.

[@handmadebyraine]

How fun! I hope your husband will like it too! Happy crocheting!

[@PickingKaleE]

This was truly beautiful! Thank you for taking your time and making this video, I am extremely grateful!

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you again for your kind words! I really appreciate your support!

[@babygrandma8654]

@@handmadebyraine this came out so well for me and it's only the 2nd doily I've ever made. I do have a question that's important to me... I'm using the exact same thread as you and mine is twisting up on me real bad. You don't seem to be having this issue so my question is how can I stop this twisting of the thread?? It's twisting up as I use it. I've had to stop my work and let it dangle down while it unwinds then start working again. This is quite a distraction for me and I really wish there's a way to prevent this from happening. I'm wondering if it's somehow caused by the way I hold my hook and yarn?? I'm NOT holding the same as you but the way I do hold them is how I've always held them for everything I've ever made and I've also seen many other creators hold theirs exactly like I do BUT these creators are not making doilies but rather making afghans, hats, scarfs and other clothing. Any help is greatly appreciated. God bless🕊️❤️🕯️🙏 Oh and I want to add I'm also now a subscriber to your channel.

[@anjelicamathias3727]

Just finished this beautiful pattern. This is also my first crochet ever.The learning process was amazing ❤ Thank you so much.

[@francruden331]

Me too. First doily I've made. Im about 3/4 through the pattern. So easy to follow her instructions.

[@handmadebyraine]

Wonderful! So glad my tutorial was helpful! You're most welcome!

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you! Very happy to hear!

[@throttle4593]

You must have spectacular hand eye coordination. Beautiful!

[@handmadebyraine]

Oh thank you!

[@hippo-elephant]

Very nice and very clear instructions!!!! Thank you so much 😊

[@handmadebyraine]

You are most welcome and thank you too!

[@angieng7721]

Love all your vintage patterns. It's beautiful. Thank you so much

[@handmadebyraine]

Glad you like them! You're so welcome!

[@tammyguthrie1122]

this is a very beautiful doily that im making as center pieces for my daughters wedding thank you for sharing this amazing work

[@handmadebyraine]

Wonderful! It will look pretty on that long wedding table!

[@battygirlrachel]

Just finished mine. Thanks for the great tutorial! Very easy to follow.

[@handmadebyraine]

You are most welcome and thank you too!

[@neerasawhney5877]

Beautiful design. And your instructions are so clear. Thankyou for sharing.

[@handmadebyraine]

You’re welcome 😊 so glad to hear you found it helpful!

[@dianeboughan6840]

I love vintage pieces so thank you for all the work you do!

[@handmadebyraine]

Glad to hear, and you're most welcome!

[@yasmiiineee]

thank you SO much for this tutorial! It was so easy and fun to follow!

[@handmadebyraine]

You are most welcome, and thank you too!

[@gigic3393]

Just finished and so beautiful! Easy to follow. Thank you!

[@handmadebyraine]

You are welcome and thank you too!

[@karunagupta7543]

Beautiful pattern and so well explained. Thanks mam.

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you and you're welcome!

[@lailabaloch568]

This is such a gorgeous doily. Love vintage everything. I'll be crocheting this very soon. Thank you for sharing. Have a great day.

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, Laila! I love vintage too! Happy crocheting!

[@janicek1153]

absolutely beautiful...thank you from Canada 🇨🇦

[@handmadebyraine]

Welcome and thank you! 😊

[@Jumajaju811]

Beautiful! Thank you! Mine turned out lovely!

[@handmadebyraine]

Wonderful! Glad you like it! 🥰

[@tinkm1280]

I'd just like to say the way you explain things is really fantastic so easy to follow, your written instructions are brilliant too, iv not be crocheting very long ( apart from granny squares )so it makes understand completely stress free and having to keep undoing and redoing work carry on the great work

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you so much for your kind feedback! I'm so happy to hear that my tutorial is helpful and inspirational to you! Happy crocheting!

[@nandanier640]

Thank you for the tutorial.My doily turned out very beautiful.

[@handmadebyraine]

You’re welcome 😊

[@Melanie-yj8hs]

Beautiful. Wow 1915. I love it!

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, Melanie!

[@remedy9648]

Oh wow! This is just so gorgeous! It’s pretty enough to frame in my opinion. I enjoy the history, thank you so much for sharing this....🙏💕🙏

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, Vicky! I'm so glad to hear you like my tutorial! I think framing the doily is a great idea, I have done that with some of my other doilies. Thanks again!

[@brigidscott1794]

Great tutorial. You are a good teacher and the doily is lovely. Thank you.

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you so much; Brigid!

[@szacharyf]

Just finished! Love your instruction. Turned out beautifully

[@handmadebyraine]

Awesome, glad to hear! Thank you!

[@noahlani1969]

I just finished that doily today. The challenge was the thread as I don't feel it since I have some neurological disorders. Didn't give up. I blocked it and starched it too. Plan to frame it and give it as a gift. Thanks for the tutorial as it helped me a lot. Clear explanations.

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you so much! I'm so sad to hear about your condition but I applaud you for not letting it give up doing what you love! It's so inspirational! I'm very happy that my tutorial was helpful to you and I think this doily will look beautiful in a frame. Happy crocheting!

[@noahlani1969]

@@handmadebyraine Thank you for your kind words. It's not a big deal as I learned to live with it and adapted to the situation. I even use my feet sometimes to help me with the tension when my left hand gives up. I really like your tutorials as they inspired me to seek more challenging patterns. Can't wait to crochet another one. 😉

[@preetideb9960]

Your explanation is very clear. I am using this pattern for dream catcher. I’m now a subscriber to your channel

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you so much, and welcome! So glad to hear my tutorial was helpful to you!

[@morningstar5569]

Thank you for this! I made it and it turned out beautifully. It's a tedious pattern, but so worth it! 🙂❤️

[@handmadebyraine]

You’re welcome 😊

[@brentleyryland9689]

I know im randomly asking but does anyone know a method to get back into an instagram account..? I was stupid lost the login password. I would love any tricks you can give me.

[@bodemayson1479]

@Brentley Ryland instablaster ;)

[@jaclynnteeter3067]

It’s so beautiful and unique! Thank you for sharing this!

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you! I'm happy to share! Happy crocheting!

[@kymhampshire5560]

I love this so much i have just finished making it this morning and i have Framed it!! lolz I hope to learn alot more of these vintage patterns from you! Subscribed .Thank you xox

[@handmadebyraine]

Wonderful, welcome! I'm sure it looks great in a frame!

[@melisaleecalhoun3371]

Beautiful doily and easy to follow. Thank you so much for sharing 😊 be safe!

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you Melissa! So glad you like the tutorial! Happy crocheting! :)

[@Deborah412]

Have you used crochet thread much??..can I ask you?..s thread supposed to be soo STIFF compared to yarn?..does blocking make it more soft pliable??

[@germainelux]

It is such a beautiful pattern, I adore it. Thank you for sharing it.The doily looks very classy. I just finished the first one an I will do some more.

[@handmadebyraine]

I agree, it is a wonderful design! So happy to have found it. You're most welcome!

[@pernillathorin7082]

Thank you so much! Thanks to your videotutorial I made my very first doily and have never been more proud. It was very easy to follow and Im so greatful!

[@handmadebyraine]

Wonderful! You are so welcome!

[@klakla8789]

Your doily is a masterpiece !! Trop beau!👍🎩

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you very much!

[@panlovingpsychoducky]

tried it. came out as a brilliant work of art. Thank you for sharing.

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you so much! Happy to share :)

[@jourdymoretti9081]

I have wanted to try doilies since I started crocheting but never felt very confident because I was new. I've been at it a couple of years now and still don't have the confidence lol. This is stunning and if I try one you will be the reason for it! This is beautiful.

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you! Go for it!

[@sudhagururajan9345]

Such a delicate pattern crocheted perfectly!❤made two of these already!Tnq very much for the nice tutorial💕

[@handmadebyraine]

Wonderful! You are most welcome!

[@abnerpereira5693]

This is Charmaine I did the Irish doily too. It came out well. Thanks Raina.

[@handmadebyraine]

Glad to hear! Thank you, Charmaine!

[@robinhoffman7455]

Loved working on this. Turned out great.

[@handmadebyraine]

Great job!

[@omagosh5137]

Love this doily. You make it look so easy. Cant wait to try it. Thank you!

[@handmadebyraine]

Have fun!

[@AshleyStAmand-xe1xf]

Just finished my doiley! Love how it came out. I used an emerald green thread that I think will be perfect for a St. Patrick's day decoration

[@handmadebyraine]

Wonderful!

[@shibasharma9347]

Such a wonderful explanation. I tried it and it turned out so well. Thank you for posting the videos. Really appreciate.🙏😊

[@handmadebyraine]

My pleasure 😊

[@Iwasbournejason]

You’re lucky you know how to read old crochet books, I have a hard time even reading the modern ones 😅 this is definitely my next project for sure 💚

[@carolmccarthymartin3834]

Love this pattern! I made it using Ice Yarns gold metallic superfine yarns. Made a wonderful Christmas doily!

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, Carol! I bet it looks wonderful!

[@manoranjanimunuswamy2340]

Thank you very much. Your very ease to understand for the beginners like me I did , it came very beautiful.

[@handmadebyraine]

Wonderful! Glad it was helpful!

[@nancy-annerockwell5701]

Lovely pattern. I just made it!! Thank you for sharing!!

[@handmadebyraine]

Wonderful! You're welcome!

[@karencuiffe8919]

So pretty.. I really loved making this xx

[@handmadebyraine]

So glad!

[@abegailparinas1174]

Thank you for sharing this pattern! Easy to follow and understand. I tried it too 😊 love it!

[@handmadebyraine]

You’re welcome 😊

[@rajwateemohan2352]

Absolutely beautiful ❤

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you!

[@cherrybeckford4985]

Thanks for this lovely tutorial starting one as we speak.

[@handmadebyraine]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@hemas7322]

Thank you so much for sharing such a beautiful design. I just completed it, and it came out beautifully!😊😊

[@handmadebyraine]

Most welcome 😊 So happy to hear!

[@kimphillips2853]

This is absolutely beautiful!!!

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, Kim!

[@julie-annemyers2971]

This is the first I’ve seen your page and now a new subscriber. I find it so hard to get doily patterns so I’m so excited to see your work with vintage patterns. I can’t wait to make all your items. Thanks so much.

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, Julie-Anne! I'm really happy to hear that my tutorials are inspiring to you! It's very motivating to keep making more! I love the vintage doilies as much as you do! :)

[@mariacastanon7293]

Love it and so easy with this tutorial ❤

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you!

[@alisong826]

So excited to try this out!

[@handmadebyraine]

I hope you enjoy it!

[@linasmith6819]

Thank you so much, followed you tutorial and presto. Brilliant done my first dolly,

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, Lina! So glad to hear you made this as your first doily! I have lots more doily patterns and tutorials here: handmadebyraine.com/category/doilies/ Happy crocheting!

[@luciahassell4102]

Very nice, I just finished it and it came out lovely. Great tutorial thank you.

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, Lucia! I'm very happy that my tutorial was helpful to you! Happy crocheting!

[@mayat9816]

Thank you so much for this wonderful tutorial. Kindly show some of of Irish crochet projects.

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, Maya! I have one other Irish crochet project - Shamrock hat kzbin.info/www/bejne/pInKkmaigahkkNk

[@kritika3091]

That's absolutely amazing. I am grateful for ur effort and its a simple "thank you" to show my feeling. Its really amazing.

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you so much, Kritika! I really like this doily too! Happy crocheting!

[@Myahcreationz]

I love crochet... Love from india

[@nataliamartins5716]

Que trabalho maravilhoso, lindo. Gostei muito. Vou fazer para o meu quarto. Parabéns pelo seu trabalho e obrigada por partilhar.

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you!

[@zenitude2206]

Just beautiful !!! Thank you very much :)

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, Anaelle! :)

[@rajwateemohan2352]

This is awesome . I love it greatly . ❤ thank u blessings .😊

[@handmadebyraine]

You are welcome and thank you too!

[@MS-ns9uo]

Excellent video and camera work! I am inspired to attempt my first doily 🙂

[@handmadebyraine]

Wonderful! Let me know if you did and how your doily turned out! Happy crocheting!

[@fossillful]

Wow. That was a great tutorial in as much, I think I will give it a try. Thank you so much

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, Lesley! Happy crocheting!

[@anneilsley6155]

Thank you for this beautifully doily

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, Anne!

[@red_tifacolours8829]

Another great video, thank you.

[@handmadebyraine]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@rajaniarya3659]

Love this doily!! Thank you so much for sharing it. 😍😍😍😍

[@handmadebyraine]

Thanks again! :)

[@lisarediske6498]

Thank you for this, I turned mine into a Dreamcatcher.

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, Lisa! That's a great idea! :)

[@manoranjanimunuswamy2340]

Thank you very much. I did it for my daughter.

[@handmadebyraine]

Wonderful! :)

[@emilylanham9635]

So beautiful! TY! Gonna do this very very soon!

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, Emily! Happy crocheting!

[@brendahall9385]

Beautiful!! Thanks !!

[@handmadebyraine]

You're very welcome and thank you too!

[@user-hl5vh2mk8e]

Very nice&so cute❤

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you so much!

[@jljohnson1949]

beautiful! thank you

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you too!

[@nicarb]

Thank you. This is very clear

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you!

[@PattsonProGamer]

Wow... That's so pretty and awesome.. Thanks for sharing it with us... 😍😘🤩

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, Petisha! I was happy to find this cute little doily myself :)

[@PattsonProGamer]

Yaa... Indeed its very cute and beautiful..... I loved it too... Ur all tutorials are very encouraging for me... Thanks dear😍💗💖💕

[@teodoravujic4265]

This is so amazing i'm definitely trying this!❤️❤️❤️😊

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you! Have fun! :)

[@Louise1107]

So beautiful, thank you!!!

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you, Louise!

[@reuma7823]

Thank you for you're well explained easy to follow video very much appreciated. I was wondering if it is possible that I could use this pattern to make a round table cloth but leave the picot & rest onwards to complete the finishing end. Thank you again from New Zealand 💓

[@handmadebyraine]

You are most welcome! I definitely recommend experimenting with the pattern and adjust it to your preference. I don't have specific tips as I haven't done it myself. Happy crocheting!

[@leotapentecost]

Beautiful

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you!

[@sarahbochenek3098]

Thank you for this

[@handmadebyraine]

You are most welcome!

[@ShesAaRebel]

Handy bookmarks that I am using while following along: Picot chain on round 6 11:05 Paused at 23:11

[@sophiadopherone4710]

What a beautiful pattern thank you for sharing this with us! I followed along with your excellent guidance and my Irish doily is gorgeous and looks a lot like yours. But now I realize that I don't know how to weave in ends on super thin lace. Do you have any tricks? Should I just use my crochet hook and do duplicate stitch somehow? What a beautiful pattern! Thank you thank you thank you!

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you! I have some crochet tips here: handmadebyraine.com/crochet-tips/

[@rajaniarya3659]

Could you please teach more Irish vintage doilies with lots of empty space in between? Thank you in advance!

[@cathylong8910]

Yours is so pretty and perfect! 😊 I love it! ❤️ Why can’t I crochet my doily flat like yours? 🤷🏻‍♀️ I just can’t figure it out. 🥺 I’ll have to block it for sure. 🙄

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you! I crochet quite tightly, you could use a smaller hook or try to adjust your tension. Blocking always helps! 🙂

[@manjulatajain9787]

Very nice👍

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you!

[@vee302]

Wonderful tutorial! Thank you! QUESTION……. I made this and it’s beautiful but I would like to make it much bigger. How can I achieve this?

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you! You could use bigger size of thread or even yarn and bigger hook.

[@monaelshoushani4920]

this is super elegant, I wonder can it be large in size?

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you! I haven't tried making it bigger but you are welcome to experiment, maybe use bigger size of thread.

[@taeliah01]

I just finished making this. I used size 1 (fine) yarn and a 2.5mm hook. Mine came out to an 8 inch diameter. I don't crochet especially tight and I used a bigger yarn and hook than you did. I'm not sure why it came out an inch smaller. It's beautiful anyway.

[@handmadebyraine]

I'm glad to hear it turned out well!

[@jwstanley2645]

Thank you for the video and pattern. I went to the page you link for the pattern. Most of it was clear (I think), but in the last line, Row 13. There you have "Repeat from*," However, I cannot find the * to begin the repeat. Will it be obvious when I get there? I hope so. Again, thanks for the pattern and tutorial.

[@handmadebyraine]

Thank you so much for noticing! I fixed it and updated the written pattern. :)