What a beautiful easy crochet placemat made out of absorbent cotton yarn. The beginner crochet pattern for Diamond Shells Lace Crochet Placemat “without” the side extension, can be found here as a free crochet pattern. Purchase the ad free pdf that includes charts and the side extension at Ravelry and Etsy.
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I’ve always had a love for color and vintage designs, and lately, Pioneer Woman dishes have become a new favorite of mine. So imagine my delight when working with a mix of colors recently. I ended up creating a beautiful, shabby-chic look that I didn’t even plan for. What a happy surprise!
The first two placemats I made have a side extension on the right. It creates the perfect place to weave a piece of floral fabric ribbon. This stitch is so fun and creates beautiful texture.
The crochet stitch used on the placemats can be found on crochetkim.com.
It is called Diamond Shells Lace. There were a few changes made to the pattern to accommodate the stiffness of the Cotton yarn. Worsted weight acrylic can be used for the placemats too. This same stitch was used to create the Solo Cup Cozy.
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Diamond Shells Lace Placemat (Extension not included)
Yarn used: Peaches and Cream Cotton & Lilly’s Sugar and Cream Cotton; approx. 200 yds. I tried to coordinate with the Pioneer Woman dishes and the colors are: P&C = Mint & Rose S&C = White; Yellow; and Potpourri Prints
Optional Ribbon Embellishments: 12.5” strip of 1.5” wide Floral Fabric Ribbon, or any ribbon that fits the theme you want to present with your place mats. Example, 4th of July, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Back to School. Just a few ideas for ya.
After measuring and cutting the ribbon to length, fold the ends over a ¼” twice. Finger press then glue or sew them down. Weave them through the placemat edge and secure them if you choose, or leave them loose so they can be easily removed when the placemats need washed.
Measurements:
18” w x 11” h
Hook:
H-8.5/5.00mm
Special Stitches:
Shell=2dc, ch3, 2dc in st indicated
Stitch Guide
join w/ = join with
slp st = Slip Stitch
ch = Chain
sc = Single Crochet
hdc = Half Double Crochet
dc = Double Crochet
sp. = Space
nxt = Next
* * = Complete sequence between the stars, the number of times stated;
x = Times; example Repeat 2 x or 2 times; 3 x or 3 times and so on;
in = example “in nxt st” means you will be inserting the hook under the top two
loops of the next stitch to complete stitch or sequence of stitches stated.
Please Note: The pattern below does NOT include the side extension. You can purchase the pattern with the side extension at Ravelry or Etsy.
Make a base of 66 chains
Row 1:
sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in nxt ch; *skp 2 ch’s; shell in nxt ch; skp 2 ch’s, sc in nxt ch, ch1, skp ch, sc in nxt ch;* 7x; skp 2 ch’s, shell in nxt; skp 2 ch’s; sc in last 2 ch’s, ch 2 and turn (18” wide)
Row 2:
hdc in sc, 2x; *ch3, sc in ch 3 sp of shell; ch 3; hdc, ch 1, hdc, in ch 1 sp between sc’s;* 7x; ch 3, sc in ch 3 sp of last shell; ch 3, hdc in last two sc; ch 1 and turn
Row 3:
sc in hdc 2x, ch 1; * sc in ch 3 sp, ch1, skp sc, sc in nxt ch 3 sp; shell in ch 1 sp, between 2 hdc; * 7x; sc in ch 3 sp, ch1, skp sc, sc in nxt ch 3 sp; ch1; sc in last 2 hdc; ch 2 and turn.
Row 4:
hdc in sc 2x; *ch3; hdc, ch1, hdc in ch 1 sp between sc’s; ch3, sc in ch 3 sp. of shell; * repeat 7 x; ch 3, hdc, ch1, hdc in ch 1 sp between sc’s; ch3, hdc in last two sc’s; ch 1 and turn.
Row 5:
sc in hdc 2x; ch 1, sc in 1st ch 3 sp.; *shell in ch1 sp between 2 hdc; sc in ch 3 sp, ch 1, sc in nxt ch 3 sp;* repeat 7 x; shell in last ch 1 sp between 2 hdc; sc in ch 3 sp; ch1, sc in last 2 hdc; ch 2 and turn
Row 6-26:
Repeat Rows 2 thru 5 consecutively or until piece measures 18”w x 11”h. You should end up on a hdc row. End off, weave in loose ends. Block into shape. Add ribbon if you choose.
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Such a pretty placemat! It would dress up any table.
Thank you…I agree, it would dress up a table nicely!
This delicate pattern is versatile enough to be used in many projects eg baby blanket. I would love to receive a copy thanks.
The Diamond Shells stitch is part of the Heirloom Baby Sampler Afghan. It has several shell stitches.
Loving this placemat and having fun with this event. Thank you for chance to win the pattern
I am having fun too! Thank you so much for your support!
Oh i need this pattern to match the mug rugs!
Linda
They go together so well. I have my tumbler sitting on a mug rug right now.
I love this placement.
Very cute placemats.
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Thank you!
Love the look of this placemat. Thank you for another beautiful pattern
Thank you…and you are so welcome!
I needed a great placemat pattern! Thanks!
You are so welcome!
Very cute placemats.
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These are so pretty! I have been looking for a placemat pattern for my open space dining room. ❤️
Oh…your dining room sounds lovely!
I love the lacy look that sometimes comes with crocheting and this placemat really hits the bill. Thanks for all your hard work in producing your patterns.
You are so welcome!
So nice! Really pretty’s up the dining room 💕
I agree, it will pretty up any space!
I have a friend who will LOVE these!!
You are a good friend!
Nice!
Very beautiful!
Thank you!
Love this pattern. Thank you. Stay safe out there.
Thank you! Thankfully things have calmed down a lot her on my side of the mountain. We still have snow on the ground, but it is melting really fast. I am so thankful.
These are so pretty. I really do need a couple new placemats.
Thank you…I hope you are able to make a few!
Such a pretty pattern! I love this stitch design.
Thank you Connie!
This is so lovely! Perfect for an Easter tablescape! I will be making several of these for sure, thank you for sharing your beautiful design!
Oh yes…perfect for Easter. It comes early this year too!
Beautiful pattern and it dresses up the table wonderfully!
Thank you Verna, and yes it does dress up a table nicely.
I love how these gorgeous placemats create a romantic table setting. I love patterns that create a feminine look. Thank you for creating the pattern.
You are so welcome…and thank you for the lovely words!