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\u2728 Super Easy Multi-Purpose Motif \u2014 Step-by-Step<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Finished (blocked) motif:<\/strong> \u2248 9\u201313 cm \/ 3.5\u20135 in<\/strong> with DK yarn + 3.5\u20134.5 mm hook (adjust hook\/yarn to change size)
Yarn:<\/strong> DK \/ sport (cotton for crisp lace; acrylic\/wool for drape)
Hook:<\/strong> 3.5\u20134.5 mm (or according to yarn label and desired drape)
Notions:<\/strong> tapestry needle, blocking pins\/mat, scissors, stitch marker (optional)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abbreviations (US)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • ch = chain<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • sl st = slip stitch<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • sc = single crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • hdc = half double crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • dc = double crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • tr = treble crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • pic = picot (ch 3, sl st into base)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • sp = space<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • st(s) = stitch(es)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • rep = repeat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    Pattern concept (short)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Worked in rounds from center out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. small center ring<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. chain loops to form petal scaffolding<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. puffy petals (cluster)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. tidy sc round to flatten<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. lacy chain arches with post anchors<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    6. decorative ribs inside arches<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    7. optional side & corner loops to convert circle \u2192 square (for joining)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    8. scalloped picot outer edge (use this round to JAYG join)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Each round has a quick \u201ccheck\u201d so you can verify counts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Round-by-round (exact)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      Work rounds joined with a sl st unless otherwise noted.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

      Round 1 \u2014 center<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Make a magic ring<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. ch 3 (counts as dc). Work 15 dc<\/strong> into the ring. (ch-3 + 15 dc = 16 dc<\/strong> total.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Pull ring closed and sl st to top of ch-3 to join.
        Check:<\/strong> 16 dc.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        Round 2 \u2014 loop foundation (petal scaffolding)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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        1. ch 4, skip next dc, sc in next dc<\/em> \u2014 rep around.\n
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          • You\u2019ll have 8 ch-4 loops<\/strong> separated by sc. Join with sl st.
            Check:<\/strong> 8 ch-4 spaces.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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            Round 3 \u2014 puffy petals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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            1. In each ch-4 loop work: (sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc)<\/strong> \u2014 all into the same ch-4 space (this forms one full petal).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            2. Sl st into next ch-4 loop and repeat for all 8 loops. Join.
              Check:<\/strong> 8 petals<\/strong> visible.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

              (Variation: use 5 dc<\/strong> instead of 7 dc for smaller petals.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              Round 4 \u2014 tidy sc round<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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              1. Rejoin between any two petals. Work sc<\/strong> evenly around the petal bases to level the motif \u2014 distribute roughly 9\u201312 sc<\/strong> for each petal area so the round lies flat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              2. Join with sl st.
                Check:<\/strong> outer boundary is smooth (not cupped or ruffled).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                Round 5 \u2014 lacy chain arches (frame)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                1. From a petal tip: sl st to the tip \u2192 ch 7 \u2192 anchor into the sc round between the next petals with (tr, ch 2, tr, ch 2, tr)<\/strong> worked into that sc or space \u2192 sl st back to petal tip.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                2. Repeat for all petals to create 8 large arches<\/strong>. (If ch-7 feels too long or too short for your yarn\/hook, use ch-6 or ch-8.) Join.
                  Check:<\/strong> 8 arches<\/strong> spaced evenly.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                  Round 6 \u2014 decorative ribs inside arches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                  1. Into each ch-arch work: sl st to arch base \u2192 ch 3 \u2192 dc into top of first tr \u2192 ch 1 \u2192 dc into top of middle tr \u2192 ch 1 \u2192 dc into top of last tr \u2192 ch 3 \u2192 sl st into arch base.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  2. Repeat for all 8 arches and join. (Simpler option: 3 dc separated by ch-1<\/strong> across each arch.)
                    Check:<\/strong> each arch shows 3 inner ribs<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                    Round 7 \u2014 optional side loops & corner shaping (make motif joinable)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                    Use this round if you want motifs to join in a square grid (recommended for blouses, runners).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    1. Mark four quarter points (every 2 petals<\/strong> = 90\u00b0 apart). Rejoin at a quarter marker.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    2. Work each side between corners with a consistent distribution. Example (adjust counts to fit your motif size):
                      sc 10, (sc, ch 4, sc) \u00d7 3, sc 10 \u2192 ch 6 (corner loop).<\/strong>\n
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                      • Important:<\/strong> whatever numbers you choose (sc counts and how many side loops), use the same<\/strong> counts on all four sides so adjacent motifs match.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Repeat for all sides, join and fasten off (or continue).
                        Check:<\/strong> motif now has 4 corner ch-6 loops<\/strong> and evenly spaced side loops \u2014 blocks to a square.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                        Round 8 \u2014 scalloped picot outer edge (finish & JAYG round)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                        1. Rejoin and work the outer scallop: sc 3, (pic: ch 3, sl st into same st), sc 4<\/em> \u2014 adjust sc counts per little curve so the scallop lies flat. Place picots at regular intervals for the dotted look.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        2. This round is ideal for Join-As-You-Go<\/strong> \u2014 when your new motif meets a finished neighbor, replace that sl st\/picot with sl st into the corresponding stitch\/picot of the finished motif<\/strong> to attach.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        3. Join, fasten off, weave in ends.
                          Check:<\/strong> scallops and picots even; motif lies flat after blocking.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                          Blocking & finishing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                          • Pin motif to blocking board\/towel. Pull corner loops outward to create crisp corners (if you used Round 7). Pin picots for sharp points. Spray lightly with water (or steam) and allow to dry fully. Blocking is essential<\/strong> for lace clarity and accurate joins.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • For table runners or ornaments, you can starch or use diluted PVA to stiffen after blocking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                            Joining methods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                            1) Join-As-You-Go (JAYG) \u2014 recommended<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                            • Make first motif completely. For each new motif, work through Round 7 and start Round 8. When working Round 8, when you reach a place that meets a finished motif<\/strong>, replace the sl st\/picot with sl st into the corresponding stitch\/picot of the finished motif<\/strong> to join. Attach at side loops and corner loops. This produces nearly invisible flat joins and speeds assembly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                              2) Sew-after (block then sew)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                              • Make and block all motifs. Pin layout and sew using a tapestry needle and matching yarn (mattress-stitch or whipstitch) through the outer sc round or side loops. This gives flexibility to rearrange before final joining.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                                Troubleshooting & quick fixes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                                • Motif cups up (edges curl):<\/strong> loosen tension on petal\/arch rounds or try one hook size larger; block firmly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                • Motif ruffles\/waves:<\/strong> shorten arch chains (ch-7 \u2192 ch-6) or reduce sc count in Round 4.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                • Joins gap:<\/strong> add an extra sl st at join points when JAYG, or block motifs before joining; tighten sewn joins.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                • Sides don\u2019t match:<\/strong> ensure Round 7 side & loop counts are identical across every motif before joining.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                                  Variations & ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                                  • Two-colour motif:<\/strong> change colour after Round 3 (petals) to contrast flower and frame.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  • Smaller motif:<\/strong> use finer yarn and smaller hook or reduce petal dc (7 \u2192 5).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  • Bigger motif:<\/strong> thicker yarn or larger hook, or increase petal dc (7 \u2192 9) and arch chain (ch-8\/9).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  • Simpler beginner version:<\/strong> replace Round 5\u20136 arches & ribs with ch-5 loops<\/strong> and 3 dc<\/strong> inside each loop for an easier lacy effect.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  • Use as edge:<\/strong> omit Rounds 1\u20133 and adapt arch\/rib repeat into a continuous border for hems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  • Project ideas:<\/strong> one-piece blouse (JAYG), shawl (rectangle or triangle), runner (1\u00d7N or 2\u00d7N), cushion front (3\u00d73 motif), appliqu\u00e9s.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                                    Quick stitch-count checks (handy)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                                    • After Round 1: 16 dc<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • After Round 2: 8 ch-4 spaces<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • After Round 3: 8 petals<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • After Round 5: 8 arches<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • After Round 7: 4 corner ch-6 loops<\/strong> and consistent side loop counts on each side.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                                      If any count is off, undo to the last correct round and correct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                      VIDEO: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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