{"product_id":"product-16","title":"Overlay Crochet Mandala Pattern | Layered Petal Table Topper \u0026 Centrepiece | Multi-Colour Doily | PDF Instant Download","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePDF crochet pattern · Round overlay-crochet mandala · Intermediate · Written instructions with stitch counts and photos · Instant download — no physical item shipped\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe petals sit on top of each other rather than beside each other. That's what makes this look like carved layers instead of a flat circle, and it's a single technique doing all the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOverlay crochet means working into the front loops of an earlier round, so each new ring of petals lifts clear of the fabric underneath and casts a real shadow. Nothing is sewn on. Nothing is stuffed. The dimension comes entirely from where the hook goes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt's worked in the round from a small centre outwards, one colour per round, so you get a finished result at the end of every round and a clear stopping point whenever you want one. Stop early and it's a coaster. Keep going and it's a table topper. Keep going further in thicker yarn and it's a small rug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe scalloped outer edge finishes it without needing a separate border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e🧶 What's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull written pattern, round by round, with stitch counts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverlay crochet technique tutorial with photos [verify included]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour sequence chart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStitch chart or diagram [verify — written only, or charted?]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished size chart by yarn weight and stopping round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlocking instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUS crochet terms [verify: UK terms included?]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e📏 Finished Measurements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eStopping point\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eFinished diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSuggested use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound [XX]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e[XX] cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoaster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound [XX]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e[XX] cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMug rug \/ small mat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound [XX]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e[XX] cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCentrepiece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull pattern \u003cem\u003e(as shown)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e[XX] cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTable topper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull pattern in chunky yarn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e[XX] cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall rug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiameter depends entirely on your yarn and hook. Work to round [XX], measure, and scale from there.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e🧶 Yarn \u0026amp; Hook\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYarn weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDK or 4-ply cotton (weight 2–3) [verify]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of colours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e[XX] — see the colour sequence chart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall amounts of each, [XX] g total — a scrap and mini-skein project\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHook size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e[XX] mm [verify]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGauge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRounds 1–[XX] measure [XX] cm across\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlocking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRequired — see instructions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYarn used in sample\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e[verify — do not name a brand unless it is in the PDF]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e🪡 Pattern Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate — overlay technique, front-loop and back-loop work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStitches used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chain, single crochet, double crochet, treble, front-post and back-post stitches, picot [verify full list]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorked:\u003c\/strong\u003e In the round from the centre outwards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overlay crochet — layers worked into earlier rounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Printable PDF, written pattern with photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTerms:\u003c\/strong\u003e US crochet terms [verify]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e🛍️ Materials Needed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotton yarn in several colours — ideal for leftovers and mini skeins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrochet hook in the stated size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapestry needle and stitch markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlocking mats, pins and a spray bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasuring tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e⚙️ How It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDownload instantly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Your PDF arrives the moment your order is confirmed — nothing is shipped.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart at the centre.\u003c\/strong\u003e One colour per round, working outwards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd the overlay layers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Work into the front loops of earlier rounds and watch the petals lift off the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStop where you like, then block.\u003c\/strong\u003e Blocking is what opens the scalloped edge and flattens the layers properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a digital PDF crochet pattern — an instant download, not a finished mandala and not a kit. No physical item will be shipped. All sales are final once the files have been downloaded. Personal use and small-scale handmade selling are welcome; the pattern file, photos and instructions may not be resold, shared or redistributed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hook by ELSIE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44875017682995,"sku":null,"price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/5823\/1347\/files\/c498b8056612b495061e3d0063e9525e.jpg_20260916130953.jpg?v=1789561050","url":"https:\/\/hookbyelsie.com\/products\/product-16","provider":"Hook By Elsie ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}