Darlin’ Donut by Trish Hoskin

Darlin’ Donut

Crochet
April 2026
DK (11 wpi) ?
5 stitches and 4 rows = 4 inches
3.0 mm
600 - 1000 yards (549 - 914 m)
US
English
This pattern is available for C$8.00 CAD buy it now

If you’re looking for a fast, joyful project with personality, Darlin’ Donut delivers. With its bright icing, playful sprinkles, and simple construction, this is the kind of pattern you’ll come back to again and again, whether for gifts, craft fairs, or just because you need a win on your hook.

This design is part of The Giving Collection, which means 100% of proceeds from this pattern go directly to charity. Your stitches carry impact.

Description:

This Darlin’ Donut Crochet Pattern is designed with a focus on ease and straightforward pattern design, perfect for quick makes and batch selling. The construction is simple and designed with both safety and durability in mind, making it easier to complete while still achieving a polished final result.

Key features include minimal sewing and straightforward shaping, and allows for customizable sprinkles and colours for endless variations.

Whether you’re creating it for yourself or making it as a gift, this pattern provides clear, step-by-step guidance from start to finish.

Skill Level:

  • Easy (not beginner), written in US terms.
  • This pattern is ideal for confident beginners and experienced crocheters alike.

Materials:

  • 25g each of DK yarn in Pink and Brown
  • Scrap amounts of DK yarn in Black, Hot Pink, Blue, Purple, Green, Yellow
  • 3.00 mm crochet hook
  • Yarn needle
  • Fiber fill
  • Stitch marker
  • 2 x 1/4 inch buttons (only if making for ages 3+)
  • White acrylic paint

Finished Size:

Approximately 3½ inches wide and 2 inches in height when made with suggested materials.

Pattern Features:

  • Step-by-step written instructions.
  • Quick make: Perfect for gifting or batching.
  • Customizable sprinkles and colours.
  • Minimal sewing and straightforward shaping.

Important Information:

This is a digital download (PDF file). No physical item will be shipped. Due to the nature of digital products, refunds are not available. This pattern is for personal use only. Redistribution or resale of the pattern is not permitted.

Thank You:

Thank you for supporting a woman-owned Canadian business. It genuinely matters, and it allows me to keep creating original, high-quality designs like this one.