Doily "Arai" by Claudia Tesar

Doily "Arai"

Crochet
August 2026
Light Fingering ?
15 stitches and 11 rows = 4 inches
in double crochet
3.5 mm (E)
984 - 1094 yards (900 - 1000 m)
US
English German
This pattern is available for €4.50 EUR buy it now

Pattern is available in English and German

Arai is a charming, elongated tablecloth that’s quick to crochet and makes a stunning addition to any long table or sideboard! It can be crocheted to any length and is the perfect project for when you have a few spare moments!

The instructions are aimed at beginner who have mastered the following stitches and techniques:

  • slip stitch
  • chain
  • single crochet
  • double crochet
  • treble
  • front post single crochet
  • back post single crochet
  • front post double crochet

The instructions include:

  • General information about the pattern
  • Tools and material used
  • Stitches, techniques and abbreviations used
  • Written description of each row including numerous photos to make it easier to follow
  • Crochet chart created on the computer
  • Tutorial on special stitches

The doily on the cover picture has the following dimensions: 40 x 160 cm

The doily can be crocheted in any size, as the rows are repeated. Please note that if you use a different wool, a different needle size or generally crochet looser/tighter, the size may vary.

The following material and tools are required:

  • Crochet hook 3.5 mm
  • Scissors
  • Sewing needle to sew up the loose ends
  • Stitch marker (optional)
  • Pins for stretching (optional)

You may sell items made with this pattern as long as you made them yourself and credit me as the designer of the pattern. You may not sell, redistribute or publish the pattern (not even parts of them). You are not allowed to modify the pattern and sell them as your own instructions.