MATERIALS:
Clark's Big Ball Three Cord Mercerized Crochet, Size 20: 1 ball of No. 123-A Flamingo.
Milwards Steel Crochet Hook No. 9.
A white china plate, 6 inches in diameter. A paper plate, 6 inches in diameter. A small decalcomania transfer, 1 yard green satin ribbon, ¾ inch wide. Paste.
RUFFLE ... Starting at center make a chain to reach around outer edge of plate. 1st rnd: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across until piece is slightly smaller than outer edge of plate. Join with sl st to first sc, being careful not to twist sts. 2nd rnd: Sc in same place as sl st, * ch 5, sc in next sc. Repeat from * around. Join. 3rd, 4th and 5th rnds: Sl st to center of next loop, sc in same loop, * ch 5, sc in next loop. Repeat from * around. Join. 6th to 9th rnds incl: Sl st to center of next loop, sc in same loop, * ch 6, sc in next loop. Repeat from * around. Join. Break off at end of 9th rnd.
Starch Ruffle heavily and press. Sew Ruffle around edge of paper plate. Tie ribbon into bow. Sew ends of ribbon to paper plate. Paste china plate on front of paper plate. Place decalcomania transfer in center of china plate.
Other great patterns from Quick Tricks in Crochet, Book No. 267.
Crochet Patterns
Rose Kitchen Set
Candy or Nut Cup
Daffodil Hanger
Fuschia Hanger
Gladiola Curtain Tie-Back
Daisy Chain Curtain Tie-Back
Shade Pull Doll
Hat and Bag Set I
Hat and Bag Set II
Circular Handkerchief Edging
Floral Slippers
Bridal Garter
Jewelry Set
Hot Plate and Platter Mats
Plate Ruffle
Dish Cloth Apron
Salad Set Pot Holder
Boutonniere
Headband or Belt
Basket Towel Set