Absolutely! Here’s a detailed, long-form guide on how to create a Beautiful Crochet Flower Table Pattern—a decorative table centerpiece made up of elegant floral motifs, suitable for beginner to intermediate crocheters.

🌺 How to Make a Beautiful Crochet Flower Table Pattern – Step-by-Step Guide
Crochet flower table patterns are exquisite and timeless. Whether you’re looking to adorn a dining table, coffee table, or sideboard, a flower-themed crochet piece adds charm and elegance. This guide will walk you through creating a flat floral doily-style table centerpiece that radiates beauty from the center like a blossoming flower.
The design features layered petals, lacy rounds, and optional scalloped edging—perfect for spring, weddings, or home décor.
🧵 Materials Needed
Yarn or Thread
- Crochet cotton thread (size 10) for a fine lace look (recommended)
- Alternatively: Lightweight yarn (fingering or sport weight) for a softer, larger piece
Hook
- 1.5 mm–2 mm steel crochet hook for thread
- 3.5 mm (E) hook if using lightweight yarn
Notions
- Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)
- Small scissors
- Blocking pins and mat (for shaping)

📏 Finished Size
Material | Approximate Size |
---|---|
Crochet thread | 12–14 inches diameter |
Fingering weight | 18–20 inches diameter |
DK/light yarn | Up to 24 inches or more |
Size varies based on yarn weight and number of rounds. You can expand the pattern with more rounds to make a larger centerpiece.
📚 Stitches & Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch – chain
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- dc – double crochet
- tr – treble crochet
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- sp – space
- shell – multiple stitches in one space (e.g., 5 dc)
- picot – ch 3, sl st in 1st ch (used to make decorative points)
🌼 Crochet Flower Table Pattern Instructions
🌀 ROUND 1 – Center Circle
- Ch 6, sl st to form a ring
- Ch 3 (counts as dc), work 15 dc into the ring (16 dc total)
- Join with sl st to top of ch-3

🌷 ROUND 2 – Petal Base
- Ch 1, sc in next st, ch 5 — repeat around
- Join to first sc (16 loops)
🌺 ROUND 3 – Small Petals
- Sl st into 1st ch-5 loop
- Ch 3, 4 dc in loop, ch 3, sl st in same loop (petal formed)
- Repeat in each loop (16 petals total)
- Fasten off if changing color for the outer flower
🌸 ROUND 4 – Flower Expansion
- Join yarn in any petal tip ch-3 space
- Ch 6, sl st in next petal tip — repeat around
- Join with sl st to first loop (16 ch-6 loops)
🌼 ROUND 5 – Bigger Petals
- In each ch-6 loop:
Ch 3, 6 dc, ch 3, sl st into same loop - Repeat around (16 large petals)
🌿 ROUND 6 – Connecting Petals
- Sl st to tip of first petal
- Ch 7, sl st to next petal tip — repeat around
- Join with sl st
🌹 ROUND 7 – Lacy Flower Mesh
- Sl st into ch-7 loop
- Ch 4 (counts as tr), (2 tr, ch 3, 2 tr) in same loop
- (2 tr, ch 3, 2 tr) in each loop — this forms mesh arches
- Join with sl st to top of starting ch-4

💠 ROUND 8 – Open Mesh for Size
- Sl st into first ch-3 sp
- Ch 5, dc in next ch-3 sp — repeat around
- This creates a lacy open ring. Expand the pattern here if you want a larger piece.
🌸 ROUND 9 – Decorative Scallop Edge
- In each ch-5 loop:
(sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc) — scallop made - Repeat in each loop around
- Join and fasten off
✨ Optional Additions
- Round 10 (Picot Shell Edging):
In each loop, do:
(sc, ch 3, sl st in 1st ch, dc, ch 3, sl st in 1st ch, sc)
for a delicate pointy finish - Beaded Edge: Add seed beads into the scallops as you crochet for a sparkle effect.
🪡 Finishing & Blocking
- Weave in all ends with a yarn needle.
- Soak your doily in lukewarm water for 10–15 minutes.
- Gently press out water (do not wring).
- Pin each petal or point to a blocking mat to shape evenly.
- Allow to dry completely for a crisp finish.
🎨 Color Ideas
- Classic: White, cream, or ecru for vintage elegance
- Floral: Yellow center, pink petals, green edges for a true flower look
- Boho: Use variegated yarn or multicolor rounds
- Holiday: Red and green for Christmas, pastel tones for Easter
🧺 Uses for Your Crochet Flower Table Piece
- Centerpiece on dining or coffee tables
- Under vases or candles
- Wall hanging (add hoop)
- Gift for weddings, housewarmings, or holidays
- Combine multiple doilies for a table runner

💡 Tips for Success
- Use cotton thread for better blocking and durability
- Keep consistent tension to avoid curling
- Start with a solid color before trying multicolor rounds
- Practice shell and picot stitches on scrap yarn before final piece
🧶 Final Thoughts
A beautiful crochet flower table pattern is more than décor—it’s a piece of art. The radiating petals, soft lace, and delicate texture reflect hours of love and care. Whether you’re a beginner trying your first decorative lace or an experienced crocheter creating heirlooms, this pattern is flexible and elegant.
Make it small and sweet, or expand it into a statement centerpiece. Let your creativity blossom round by round.