The Seafoam & Stone Spa Mat: A Free Crochet Pattern for a Textured, Pebble-Stitch Bath Mat

Transform Your Bathroom into a Serene Spa with the Seafoam & Stone Mat

Imagine stepping out of the shower onto a plush, textured mat that feels like smooth river stones under your feet. The Seafoam & Stone Spa Mat is a modern, luxurious crochet project that brings a spa-like calm to your daily routine. Made with absorbent, 100% cotton yarn, this mat features a unique pebble stitch that creates a dense, bumpy texture—perfect for drying feet and adding a touch of elegance to any bathroom. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or a confident beginner, this free pattern will guide you through every step to create a beautiful, functional piece for your home.

Materials Needed

To recreate this exact mat, you'll need the following supplies. All materials are readily available at most craft stores or online.

• Yarn: Lily Sugar'n Cream (or any worsted weight 100% cotton yarn) in two colors:
  • Color A (Seafoam): 2 skeins (approx. 240 yards total)
  • Color B (Stone): 2 skeins (approx. 240 yards total)
• Hook: Size J/10 (6.0 mm) crochet hook
• Other: Yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors, measuring tape

Gauge: 14 stitches x 8 rows = 4 inches in pebble stitch pattern. Always check your gauge to ensure your mat matches the finished size.

Step-by-Step Instructions

This pattern uses US crochet terms. The finished mat measures approximately 24 inches wide by 36 inches long. Read through all instructions before beginning.

Abbreviations (US terms)

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• dc = double crochet
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• sk = skip
• RS = right side
• WS = wrong side

Special Stitch: Pebble Stitch (worked over 2 stitches)

This stitch creates the textured "pebble" bumps. Practice on a small swatch first.

1. Yo (yarn over), insert hook into the next stitch, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops. You now have 2 loops on your hook.
2. Insert hook into the next stitch, pull up a loop, yo, pull through both loops on hook. You now have 3 loops on your hook.
3. Yo and pull through all 3 loops on hook. One pebble stitch is complete.

Pattern Instructions

Foundation Row (RS): With Color A, ch 86 (or any multiple of 2 + 2 for desired width). Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn. (85 sc)

Row 1 (WS): Ch 1, sc in first st, *ch 1, sk next st, sc in next st; repeat from * across. Turn. (43 sc, 42 ch-1 spaces)

Row 2 (RS): Ch 1, sc in first st, *pebble stitch over next ch-1 space and next sc (see special stitch above), sc in next ch-1 space; repeat from * across, ending with sc in last st. Turn. (42 pebble stitches, 43 sc)

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first st, *ch 1, sk next pebble stitch, sc in next sc; repeat from * across. Turn. (43 sc, 42 ch-1 spaces)

Row 4: Repeat Row 2.

Color Changes & Repeating the Pattern

• Work Rows 1-4 in Color A for a total of 8 rows (2 complete repeats of the 4-row pattern).
• Switch to Color B and work Rows 1-4 for 8 rows.
• Continue alternating colors every 8 rows until the mat measures approximately 36 inches long. End with a Row 4 of the current color.

Final Row & Finishing

Final Row (WS): Ch 1, sc in first st, *sc in next pebble stitch, sc in next sc; repeat from * across. Fasten off and weave in all ends securely with a yarn needle.

Optional Edging

For a polished, professional look, add a simple border:

1. With RS facing, attach yarn to any edge. Ch 1, work sc evenly around the entire mat, placing 3 sc in each corner to turn smoothly.
2. Join with a slip stitch to the first sc. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Your Seafoam & Stone Spa Mat is now complete! Place it on a tile floor, enjoy the soft, absorbent texture, and bask in the calm, spa-like atmosphere you've created. Happy crocheting!