The Sun-Kissed Terrazo Placemats: A Free Crochet Pattern for Textured, Modern Table Settings
Introducing the Sun-Kissed Terrazo Placemats
Elevate your dining table with these stunning, modern terrazo-inspired placemats, featuring a unique combination of bobble stitches and color blocking for a tactile, artisanal look. This free crochet pattern is perfect for adding a pop of handcrafted warmth to any meal. The textured bobbles mimic the speckled beauty of terrazo stone, while the soft cotton yarn ensures durability and easy care. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quiet breakfast, these placemats bring a touch of modern elegance to your table setting.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (or any worsted weight cotton yarn) in 4 colors:
- Main Color (MC) - Cream: Approx. 200 yards
- Color A - Dusty Rose: Approx. 50 yards
- Color B - Terracotta: Approx. 50 yards
- Color C - Sage Green: Approx. 50 yards
- Hook: US Size G/6 (4.0 mm) crochet hook
- Gauge: 16 sc x 18 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in single crochet
- Other: Yarn needle for weaving ends, scissors, blocking pins (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Size & Abbreviations
Finished Size: Approximately 12 inches wide x 18 inches long
Stitches & Abbreviations (US terms):
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- dc: double crochet
- bobble: (yo, insert hook, yo, pull up loop, yo, pull through 2 loops) 4 times in same st, yo, pull through all 5 loops on hook
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
- MC: Main Color (Cream)
- WS: Wrong Side
- RS: Right Side
Pattern Notes
- The placemat is worked flat in rows.
- The bobble stitch creates the terrazo 'speckles'. They are worked on the wrong side, so they pop out on the right side.
- Color changes are made at the end of a row. Do not cut yarn after each color change; carry the unused color loosely up the side.
Instructions
Foundation: With MC, ch 49.
Row 1 (WS): Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn. (48 sc)
Row 2 (RS): Ch 1, sc in first 3 sts, *bobble in next st, sc in next 3 sts; repeat from * across. Turn. (12 bobbles)
Row 3 (WS): Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (48 sc)
Row 4 (RS): Ch 1, sc in first 5 sts, *bobble in next st, sc in next 3 sts; repeat from * across, ending with sc in last 4 sts. Turn. (11 bobbles)
Row 5 (WS): Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (48 sc)
Row 6 (RS): Ch 1, sc in first st, *bobble in next st, sc in next 3 sts; repeat from * across, ending with bobble in last st, sc in last st. Turn. (12 bobbles)
Row 7 (WS): Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (48 sc)
Row 8 (RS): Ch 1, sc in first 3 sts, *bobble in next st, sc in next 3 sts; repeat from * across. Turn. (12 bobbles)
Rows 9-16: Repeat Rows 3-8, but on Row 12, change to Color A for the bobble stitches only (work sc rows in MC). To change color: On the last yo of the last bobble of Row 11, pull through Color A. Work Row 12 (RS) with Color A bobbles, then on the last sc of Row 12, change back to MC. Continue with MC for Rows 13-16.
Rows 17-24: Repeat Rows 3-8, using Color B for the bobble stitches on Row 20.
Rows 25-32: Repeat Rows 3-8, using Color C for the bobble stitches on Row 28.
Rows 33-40: Repeat Rows 3-8, using Color A for the bobble stitches on Row 36.
Rows 41-48: Repeat Rows 3-8, using Color B for the bobble stitches on Row 44.
Rows 49-56: Repeat Rows 3-8, using Color C for the bobble stitches on Row 52.
Rows 57-64: Repeat Rows 3-8, using MC for all bobble stitches.
Finishing
Fasten off. Weave in all ends. Block to size by lightly steaming or wet blocking to even out stitches.
Border (Optional)
With MC, work a round of sc evenly around the entire placemat, working 3 sc in each corner. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off. Weave in ends.
Enjoy your handcrafted, modern terrazo placemats! They make wonderful gifts and add a cozy, artisanal touch to any table setting.
