This crochet placemat pattern is worked up in a solid color, but you can easily add a few stripes to make it match or compliment other colors in your dining room. With two or three stripes, it’s a great way to use up leftover yarns that otherwise might get tossed. This might also look great in a variegated yarn.

A textured placemat shown with a fruit basket.

Light colors don’t show up very good on camera, but I really like how the off-white compliments my table. The only thing with crocheted placemats is that you can’t wipe them down, so you have to throw them in the wash every time they get dirty.

The Stitch Pattern

The seed stitch is made with a single crochet and a double crochet stitch worked together into the same stitch. Then you skip the next stitch to maintain your stitch count. It gives you a nice texture on both sides of the fabric. Plus, it’s nice and solid, so you know it’ll do the job of protecting your table!

The Yarn

I used Bernat Handicrafter cotton yarn, but any similar #4 cotton yarn will do. I say cotton because it is heat resistant and absorbent, making it a much better material for protecting against various types of damages to your table.

The Size

The finished size is 18 by 13 inches. A stitch multiple is provided, making it easy to customize the size as needed for use around the home. Plus, with the mindless stitch pattern you’ll enjoy making this for friends and family as well.

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