Things You'll Need:
- Skein brown yarn
- I or J crochet hook
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Step 1
Crochet a chain of 54 stitches. Double crochet in second chain from hook and in each stitch. Chain 3 turn.
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Step 2
Row 2: Double crochet in back loop only of each double crochet to the end. Chain 3 and turn.Row 3: Double crochet in each double crochet back loop only and the chain 3. Chain 3 and turn.Row 4 through 24 repeat row 3.
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Step 3
Continue crocheting rows. Check to make sure that the stitches are consistent and the place mat is keeping a rectangular shape. Be sure to continue crocheting in back loop only to maintain the pattern.
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Step 4
Lay place mat on table. Take a plate and double check that it is the proper size for your plates. Pick the mat up and chain 3. Slip stitch around double crochet "post."
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Step 5
Chain 3, slip stitch around each double crochet on the side down to the bottom. You are making a loop trim around the place mat, which will help maintain the shape.
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Step 6
Chain 3 at corner.
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Step 7
Skip 2 double crochet stitches and slip stitch around both loops of the second double crochet.
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Step 8
Continue chain 3 loop then slip stitch in 2nd of every 2 double crochets to the next corner. Continue by repeating Step 5 down the side to corner. Repeat Step 8 at third corner. Fasten off at end.
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Step 1
Thread 1/4 inch ribbon through loops for early fall use, if desired. Tie a knot or bow at one corner.
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Step 2
Thread Halloween ribbon through loops for the last week of October. Use with a Jack O' Lantern coaster.
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Step 3
Thread raffia or Thanksgiving theme ribbon through for Thanksgiving week.
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Step 4
Embroider fall leaves with metallic floss or lightly stitch silk fall leaves in one corner of the place mat for another option.
