Strawberry Doily Crochet Pattern in Pineapple Stitch Design 5416

Strawberry Doilies : This pattern contains directions to crochet the doilies shown. The doilies, worked in pineapple stitch can be made in three different sizes -- 6, 9 and 12 inches in diameter using Mercerized Bedspread Cotton. The doilies size varies based on the number of rounds completed; with rounds adding an additional layer of strawberries.

This is a Mail Order Pattern, purchased through newspapers and magazines. This pattern was marketed as Anne Cabot 5416 in 1953.   This was a quite popular pattern, being released in four different years between 1953 and 1959This design was included in the Anne Cabot 1958 Needlework Album.   

Materials:  Mercerized Bedspread Cotton--one 250-yard ball will make three doilies of the above-mentioned sizes; Steel Crochet Hook 8