Crochet Doily, Hawaiian Orchid Centerpiece No 5914

Crochet Hawaiian Orchid Centerpiece:    This pattern gives directions to crochet the doily pictured.  Worked in No 50 cotton, this beauty will measure 24 inches in diameter.  

This is a Mail Order pattern purchased through newspaper advertisements and catalogs.  The pattern was marketed as Anne Cabot No 5914 in 1959. 

MATERIALS: J. & P. COATS BIG BALL BEST SIX CORD MERCERIZED CROCHET, Art. A. 104, Size 50; or CLARK'S BIG BALL MERCERIZED CROCHET, Art. B.34, Size 50: 3 Balls of White, Ecru or Cream. Needle: Milwards Steel Crochet Hook. No. 12