Description: Elevate your dining experience with the timeless charm of Nordic design through this captivating crochet placemat. This free pattern combines classic Scandinavian aesthetics with the soothing art of crochet, resulting in a functional yet stylish addition to your table setting.

Materials:

  • Worsted weight cotton yarn in three contrasting colors: A (main color), B, and C
  • Crochet hook (size appropriate for the yarn weight)
  • Scissors
  • Yarn needle

Finished Dimensions: Approximately 12 inches (30 cm) in diameter

Stitches Used:

  • Chain (ch)
  • Single crochet (sc)
  • Double crochet (dc)
  • Slip stitch (sl st)

Pattern:

Note: This placemat is worked in the round.

Round 1: With color A, make a magic ring. Ch 3 (counts as first dc here and throughout), 11 dc into the ring. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. (12 dc)

Round 2: Ch 1, sc in the same stitch as the join. Sc in the next dc. 2 sc in the next dc, sc in the next dc. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (18 sc)

Round 3: Ch 3, dc in the same stitch as the join. Skip the next sc, 2 dc in the next sc. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. (9 clusters of 2 dc)

Round 4: Join color B. Ch 1, sc in the same stitch as the join. Sc in the space between the first and second dc of the next cluster. Sc in the space between the two dc of the next cluster. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the first sc.

Round 5: Join color C. Ch 1, sc in the same stitch as the join. Sc in the next sc. Sc in the space between the next sc and the following sc. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the first sc.

Round 6: Join color A. Ch 1, sc in the same stitch as the join. Ch 3, skip the next sc, sc in the next sc. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the first sc.

Round 7: Ch 3, dc in the same stitch as the join. 3 dc in the next ch-3 space, dc in the next sc. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3.

Round 8: Ch 1, sc in the same stitch as the join. Sc in the next two dc. Sc in the next dc, sc in the next 3 dc. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the first sc.

Round 9: Join color B. Ch 1, sc in the same stitch as the join. Sc in the next 3 sc, 2 sc in the next sc. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the first sc.

Round 10: Join color C. Ch 3, dc in the same stitch as the join. Skip the next sc, 2 dc in the next sc. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3.

Round 11: Join color A. Ch 1, sc in the same stitch as the join. Sc in the space between the first and second dc of the next cluster. Sc in the space between the two dc of the next cluster. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the first sc.

Round 12: Join color B. Ch 1, sc in the same stitch as the join. Sc in the next sc. Sc in the space between the next sc and the following sc. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the first sc.

Round 13: Join color C. Ch 1, sc in the same stitch as the join. Ch 3, skip the next sc, sc in the next sc. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the first sc.

Round 14: Ch 1, sc in the same stitch as the join. Sc in the next dc. 3 sc in the next ch-3 space, sc in the next dc. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the first sc.

Round 15: Fasten off and weave in all ends.

Finishing: After completing the last round, weave in any remaining yarn ends to secure them. Gently block your placemat if desired, using steam or a light spritz of water to help shape it into a flat and even round shape.

This Nordic-style crochet placemat boasts intricate geometric patterns and soothing color transitions that will add a touch of elegance to your table. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quiet meal at home, this placemat is sure to impress with its understated beauty and handmade charm.