I have a new pattern pick me up for you this Monday. Why not make your own crochet souvenir of sandy summer holidays and create a Beach Hut doorstop. This pattern will bring the fun and the sun into your house whatever the season.
The base
The pattern is actually quite simple. The sides and base are worked in one piece. The ends are straight, but a roof is achieved by decreasing the gable to a point. I designed an attached roof as it allowed me to create a texture using a spike stitch.
Decoration
The decoration is created by either making small bunting triangle and using felt shapes to appliqué onto the crochet base. My suggestion would be to use any DK cotton you have in your stash to create decoration and detail so you don’t have to buy brand new balls of yarn.
At the base
Whenever I create a doorstop I always ensure that I create a little weight in the base by placing a bag of rice or lentils in the bottom of the shape and then fill the rest of the doorstop with stuffing. This will ensure your doorstop will keep its shape and do its job properly.
After many years this popular pattern is now available for purchase on the LoveCrochet website. It is a great project for a beginner who is wanting to take on more decorative work. I do hope you like it and please do post your photos if you make one.