13 Jul 63

Giant Doily Rug

crochet doily rug

Giant Doily Rug

Difficulty Level: Easy, need some crochet experiences, must know how to crochet ch, sc, dc & slst
Finished size: approx. 4′ (D)
Gauge: Not essential as long as the hook size matches the diameter of the rope.

Materials & Tools:
1. Ace 03871 “ace” Eclipse Solid Braid Cotton Clothesline 7/32″ X 200′, or equivalent, qty= 7 hanks or 1400′
2. Crochet hook: 10mm, N hook [Susan Bates Multi-Pack-Contains Sizes L,M,N,P]
3. Sewing thread and needles (for joining ropes)
4. Scissor

Abbreviations:
ch = chain
sc = single crochet
dc = double crochet
st = stitch
slst = slip stitch
sk = skip st from previous round
sp = space
rnd = round
prev = previous

Giant Doily Rug Crochet Pattern:

R1 : magic ring1, ch3, dc in the ring, ch, *2dc in the ring, ch* repeat* 7 times, slst to the 3rd ch at the beginning round to create the base ring for the doily.
R2 : ch3, 1dc in the same st, 2dc in next dc, ch2, *sk ch, 2dc in each of next two dc, ch2*, repeat* 7 times, slst in 3rd ch at the beginning round.
R3 : ch3, 1dc in the same st, 1dc in each of next two dc, 2dc in next dc, ch2, *sk ch, 2dc in next dc, 1dc in each of next two dc, 2dc in next dc, ch2*, repeat* 7 times, slst in 3rd ch at the beginning round.
R4 : ch3, 1dc in the same st, 1dc in each of next four dc, 2dc in next dc, ch2, *sk ch, 2dc in next dc, 1dc in each of next four dc, 2dc in next dc, ch2*, repeat* 7 times, slst in 3rd ch at the beginning round.
R5 : ch3, 1dc in the same st, 1dc in each of next six dc, 2dc in next dc, ch2, *sk ch, 2dc in next dc, 1dc in each of next six dc, 2dc in next dc, ch2*, repeat* 7 times, slst in 3rd ch at the beginning round.
R6 : ch3, 1dc in the same st, 1dc in each of next eight dc, 2dc in next dc, ch2, *sk ch, 2dc in next dc, 1dc in each of next eight dc, 2dc in next dc, ch2*, repeat* 7 times, slst in 3rd ch at the beginning round.
R7 : slst on next st, ch3, 1dc in each of next nine dc, ch3, 1dc in ch sp, ch3, *sk dc, 1dc in each of next ten dc, ch3, 1dc in the ch sp, ch3*, repeat* 7 times, slst in 3rd ch at the beginning round.
R8 : ch3, 1dc in each of next eight dc, ch3, 2sc in ch sp, 1sc in next dc, 2sc in ch sp, *ch3, sk dc, 1dc in each of next eight dc, ch3, 2sc in ch sp, 1sc in next dc, 2sc in ch sp*, repeat* 7  times. [amended on 11 Aug 2012]
R9 : *ch5, sk dc, 1dc in each of next six dc, ch5, 1sc in ch3 sp, ch5, 1sc in ch3 sp*, repeat* 8 times, slst in each of next three ch.
R10 : *ch3, sk dc, 1dc in each of next four dc, ch3, slst in 3rd ch of ch5, “1dc in next ch5 sp, ch1″, repeat” 8 times, 1dc in same space, slst in 3rd ch of ch5*, repeat* 8 times, slst in each of next three ch.
R11 : *ch3, sk dc, 1dc in next two dc, ch3, slst in 1st ch of ch3, 1dc in next seventeen dc/ch sts, slst in 3rd ch of ch3*, repeat* 8 times.
R12 : ch1, sc in each st around, slst in ch at the beginning round.
R13 : slst back loop only in each st around. fasten off. Weave and hide yarn end.

Remark: 1 you can replace the magic ring with ch5, slst on the first ch to form a ring.
you may use up to 12 mm hook for looser tension, may require more ropes to crochet.

crochet ropeThe cotton braided rope and the 10mm crochet hook.
Pattern calls for 7 hanks of the rope, you will need to join the rope to become a continuous length.

Push the braided cotton jacket backward to expose the fiber core and sleeve in it at both ends that are joining.
Cut 1/2″ away at both ends.

join ropeOverlap both ends about 1/2″, wrap one of the sleeves around.

Stitch and wrap the thread around, pull it tight and repeat the stitch and wrap until the joint is secured.

Straighten the braided cotton jacket by pushing it forward, stitch and wrap the thread tightly to the core.

Push another jacket end forward and repeat the same sewing. It might be difficult to push the jacket forward, but it you wrap the thread tight enough, it will make the join less bulky and thus easier for you to push the jacket over.

Crochet as usual. The joint may appear harder and bulkier, so avoid it at those curves and loops.
Block it by damping the rug, then sit on some dry towers on the floor. Walk on it and press it down, leave it there until it is dry. You may replace the damp towers after this with the dry ones if your floor can’t take dampness. Don’t try to soak the rug in water, it will be very heavy for you to leave it up, provided you have some strong arms around to help up.
Spray a coat of scotchgard after the rug is dry to protect it from dirts and stains if possible.

cozy doily rug
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  1. Jess See via Facebook says:July 14, 2012 at 12:12 am

    This is really big! hahahaha! but it is oso really warm^^you will know how good it is when the cozy rainy day ~

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  2. Craft Passion via Facebook says:July 14, 2012 at 12:16 am

    Hi Jess See, you are absolutely right about the coziness during the rainy days. I think it is also good as a foot massager :)

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  3. Crazymommy Sg via Facebook says:July 14, 2012 at 1:45 am

    LOVE IT!!!!! Wish I could crochet too!

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  4. Tammy says:July 14, 2012 at 9:40 am

    Hi Joanne, Do you think this rug pattern would work well with your t-shirt yarn?

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    • Craft Passion says:July 14, 2012 at 10:07 am

      Hi Tammy, sure it will, but you will need to change the hook size according to t-shirt yarn. Also, the doily of this pattern might come out smaller.

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  5. Craft Passion via Facebook says:July 14, 2012 at 10:04 am

    Crazymommy, hope one day you can make it!!!!

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  6. Iryna says:July 14, 2012 at 1:02 pm

    Simply AWESOME! Pinned it!

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  7. Silvia says:July 14, 2012 at 4:15 pm

    I like it!

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  8. Silvia says:July 14, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    You are my “inspiration” for new crochet’s works. Hi from very sunny Italy.

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  10. carmen says:July 14, 2012 at 7:55 pm

    I love the idea of a crocheted doily rug! My problem is the rope … I tried different ropes before but it’s … well difficult to find the right one.

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  11. Christy Hunter says:July 15, 2012 at 7:35 am

    This rug is absolutely beautiful. Would love to make one but I have never heard of the type of rope you used and I am an experienced crocheter. Where do you purchase this product at?

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  12. Ambar says:July 15, 2012 at 8:35 am

    It’s just lovely. I would so love to make one. My concern is my mother tripping over it… :o ( Other than that, I’m ready to make one.

    Thanks for sharing.

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  13. Morgan says:July 22, 2012 at 10:05 pm

    I would call you crazy for making this and it does look like someone was a little insane when they thought this up… But wholey Frick does that look awesome. I want to make one now…

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  14. Samantha says:July 25, 2012 at 4:34 am

    I would pay you to make me one of these for my daughters nursery! I don’t know how to crochet but I love this!!

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  15. Shody says:July 30, 2012 at 1:51 am

    I looooooove this..i am seriously grateful for this website and happy that i found it..=)(good work)

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  16. Diana says:July 30, 2012 at 7:41 am

    Could you tell me if this would be easy to dye in a color, or is that what you meant when you said it’s to heavy to do? Couldn’t you dye it before you make it?

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  17. Heather says:July 30, 2012 at 12:26 pm

    I love this rug….I just learned to knit and it seems now I need to add “crochet giant doily rug” to my list of D.I.Y. Projects. Love your blog

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  18. karla says:August 2, 2012 at 9:53 pm

    Thanks so much for sharing this beautiful pattern!! I am on R7 and I am stuck After the first slst it says to ch3 and 1 dc in the next 9 dc, but there are actually 10 dc’s. Should I leave the last one and go straight to the space? Thanks so much : )

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  19. karla says:August 2, 2012 at 11:11 pm

    Thank you for the quick response : )
    I Have another question…R8, do I join at the end of the round or just continue to R9?

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  20. Sandy Vanya says:August 10, 2012 at 7:20 am

    Help! Please! I just finished row 9 which should end with ch 5, sc in ch 3 space….there is no ch 3 space & I am not close enough to any dc to make the *ch3, sk dc, work…what am I missing? I LOVE it so far….just anxious to finish!!
    Thanks again for sharing the pattern & all of the info!!

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  21. Sandy Vanya says:August 11, 2012 at 1:53 am

    Actually I missed reading the part about slip stitching at the end of Row 9…now I am on row 10 & doing well! Can’t wait to finish! I just love it! I hope I can understand & follow the final rows. It is such an amazing concept. Thanks again!

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  22. Stephanie says:August 11, 2012 at 11:29 am

    Hi! Love the pattern! I’m on R8 and I have a question.

    I ended R7 by sl st in 3rd ch at beginning, should I sl st the first dc and then chain 3 or should I follow the pattern. I’m just worried because if I ch 3, sk dc, then dc 8, I will run out of space. Does this make sense? I’m confused right now lol.

    Thank you!

    Stephanie

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    • Craft Passion says:August 11, 2012 at 12:21 pm

      Hi Stephanie, for the first cluster, don’t skip dc since the first 3 ch is considered the 1st dc. There are total 10dc (including the 3chains at the beginning round), so, just make 8dc stitches out of the 10 stitches. I will put a note in the instruction and make it clearer. Thanks for suggestion.

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  23. EbStyles says:August 16, 2012 at 6:41 am

    Hi!

    I love this rug, and am certainly going to attempt it – one quick question though! In your images the rope / rug appear to be grey… Is that my eyes and screen tricking me, and it’s really the standard cream colour of normal clothesline rope, or did you purchase grey rope?

    Cheerio!

    Erin

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  24. Margaret S. says:August 24, 2012 at 5:47 am

    Hello
    Please tell me where I can find the correct size rope. I have been to Home Depot, Lowes, Ace Hardware and a few other fabric stores and have had no luck!! PLEASE help!!

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  25. Inspire Me Heather says:October 1, 2012 at 8:56 pm

    Wow, that rug is gorgeous! I’ve got this linked to my crochet in home décor post as well today, for inspiration!

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  26. Francisnelli says:October 10, 2012 at 7:28 am

    I love this rug and have made one for my living room! I have a blog and I have featured your blog because I really like it :-)
    http://myprettybabi.blogspot.com/

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  27. this country girl says:November 7, 2012 at 3:28 am

    All I can say is “WOW”! I LOVE this rug! the design and color is fantastic together! Thanks for sharing! :)

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  28. Diana says:November 8, 2012 at 12:09 am

    I dyed my rope a deep crimson first and made it a Christmas tree skirt.

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  29. Sandi says:November 25, 2012 at 2:00 pm

    Fabulous. Good job.

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  30. LiSA says:December 5, 2012 at 9:01 pm

    Simply amazing! And just so pretty :) Thank you for sharing

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  31. Veda says:January 4, 2013 at 10:33 am

    Hey all,

    I absolutely love this pattern!! But I would like to make an even bigger doilie rug. If I went and found thicker cord, and used a bigger needle, what sizes would I need to get a 6ft diameter? I have a large living room and this would be so cute in it. Can anyone help me out? This is my second crochet project and my first ever rope rug! Thank you!

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  32. Julie says:January 24, 2013 at 6:29 pm

    I’m sorry if I sound really dumb but I am totally stumped on round 10, I just can’t work out the 2 different repeats, I have unravelled it I don’t know how many times and I still can’t get it to work out so that I have 17 stitches and chains to double crochet into on round 11, any help would be greatly appreciated :)

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  34. Linda says:February 24, 2013 at 11:41 pm

    Doilies for the new generation =). What a perfect way to decorate your home.

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  36. Sarah says:May 1, 2013 at 4:28 am

    Thanks so much for this tutorial! I pilfered my husband’s ratty tshirts, made a lot of tshirt yarn and made a nice soft bathmat! I ended up ripping it out when I was about halfway through and eliminating 1 petal because it was buckling and now it lays flat. I love it! I’d like to make another, bigger one. I think instead of 2 decreases on each petal, I’ll just do 1 and try to add a few rows. Next one will be in super bulky yarn.

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  37. Angel says:May 4, 2013 at 9:59 am

    I am in love with this pattern and i’m surely going to make one for my mom and myself, can you tell me what other yarn/wool i can use that has the equavalent size of the clothes line. Keep up the great work.

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  39. Tamara - Moogly says:May 7, 2013 at 12:26 am

    This is a fantastic tutorial and pattern – thanks so much for sharing it! I love that with the clothesline you could even use this outdoors. I featured a link to the page on my blog this morning! http://www.mooglyblog.com/crochet-rugs-10-free-patterns/

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