Sure, here’s an easy crochet pattern for a rectangular placemat. This pattern is suitable for beginners and will result in a simple yet stylish placemat for your table setting.

Materials Needed:

  1. Worsted weight cotton yarn in your chosen color(s)
  2. Crochet hook appropriate for the yarn (usually around 4.5mm to 5.5mm)
  3. Scissors
  4. Yarn needle

Finished Size: Approximately 12 inches (width) x 18 inches (length)

Abbreviations:

  • Ch: Chain
  • Sc: Single crochet
  • Dc: Double crochet
  • Rep: Repeat
  • St(s): Stitch(es)

Pattern:

  1. Foundation Chain: Ch 41.
  2. Row 1: Starting in the second chain from the hook, sc across. (40 sc)
  3. Row 2: Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch here and throughout), turn. Sc in the first stitch, dc in the next stitch, sc in the next stitch. Repeat * to * across until the last stitch, sc in the last stitch.
  4. Row 3: Ch 1, turn. Sc in the first stitch, dc in the next sc, sc in the next dc. Repeat * to * across until the last stitch, sc in the last stitch.
  5. Rows 4-18: Repeat Row 3.
  6. Row 19: Ch 1, turn. Sc across.
  7. Row 20: Ch 1, turn. Sc across.
  8. Row 21: Ch 1, turn. Sc across. Fasten off and weave in ends.
  9. Edging: With the right side facing you, attach yarn to one of the shorter edges.
  10. Edging Row 1: Ch 1, sc evenly along the edge, placing 3 sc in each corner. When you reach the starting point, join with a slip stitch to the first sc. Fasten off.
  11. Edging Row 2: Repeat Edging Row 1 along the other shorter edge.
  12. Edging Row 3: Attach yarn to one of the longer edges. Ch 1, sc evenly along the edge, placing 3 sc in each corner. When you reach the starting point, join with a slip stitch to the first sc. Fasten off.
  13. Edging Row 4: Repeat Edging Row 3 along the other longer edge.
  14. Weave in any remaining ends.

Your crochet rectangle placemat is now complete! This simple yet elegant placemat will add a touch of handmade charm to your dining table. Feel free to customize it by using different colors or adding embellishments if desired. Enjoy your new creation!