Cotton Hexagon Crochet Table Mats

A simple modern crochet table mats pattern – The Cotton Hexagon Table Mats – is a free pattern here on the blog. I share lots of extra details below, or if you only want the free pattern scroll down!

This pattern is part of the Cotton Hexagon Collection, a set of four tableware items: coasters, table mats, place mats and a trivet.

So you can find these easily, here are some handy links to the free pattern posts:

• Coasters
• Place Mats
• Trivet

If you would prefer to buy an inexpensive, ad-free, large print, printable PDF pattern (all four patterns for the regular cost of one!) get one HERE.

Inspiration & Design

After finishing the cotton hexagon coasters I decided to make a slightly bigger version so I had somewhere to put my teapot! Something bigger than a coaster but not as large as a place mat.

And once I got this idea in my mind I could think of so many uses for a mat this size: jugs of water, cafetieres, serving bowls, even as a pretty display under plant pots!

Easy Crochet

Firstly, like the Earth & Air Cushions, this is another crochet home decor pattern that uses simple crochet stitches. As a result, this makes it a great beginner crochet project. I’ve even included a little cheat sheet photo tutorial to help with the stitch placement instructions. Just in case you aren’t familiar with some of the terms used when crocheting in the round.

Quick Crochet

Secondly, this is a super fast crochet project to complete. Six rounds of crochet and you’re done!

Gifts

Finally, I think these table mats would make great gifts. Paired with a fancy teapot, a plant or even with the rest of the Collection. Great for new home presents especially!

The Yarn

I used the popular Lily Sugar’n Cream yarn for this project. Perfect for a pair of simple modern crochet table mats.

This 100% cotton yarn is natural, soft and absorbent. It’s a worsted / aran weight and comes in a wide range of shades. I’ve picked some of my favourites below.

Above all it’s long-lasting, washable and absorbant. So it really is perfect for lots of different cotton crochet projects.

I chose Soft Ecru for this collection which is on the very top left.

The pattern includes some substitute yarn recommendations or you could use yarnsub.com to help you find an alternative.

Pin this simple modern crochet table mats pattern for later!

Pattern – Cotton Hexagon Crochet Table Mats

MATERIALS:

• Lily Sugar’n Cream – 100% Cotton

Worsted 4 (US) / Aran (UK) 2.5oz / 70.9g, 120yds / 109m

1 ball in Soft Ecru 

Amount of yarn used 1.6oz / 44g, 75yds / 68m (makes 2 table mats)

• Size 4.5mm crochet hook – my favourite hook brand
• Tapestry needle – I use this so I don’t lose them!
• Measuring tape – I have one like this
• Scissors – I have a pretty pair like these
• Stitch markers (optional) – I find any like this are best
• Blocking mats (optional) – these make blocking easy

YARN SUBSTITUTIONS:

Paintbox Yarns Recycled Cotton Worsted

Hobbii Rainbow Cotton 8/8

Lion Brand Re-Up

When substituting yarn always check yardage before buying and

your gauge before making.

SIZE:

One size.

GAUGE:

Working in double crochet with 4.5mm hook:

16 stitches, 8 rows to 4″ / 10cm

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS:

7in / 18cm wide

6.5in / 16.5cm long

SKILL LEVEL:

Level 1 / Basic

PATTERN NOTES:

The hexagons are made in the round.

Starting chains count as stitches.

A photo tutorial can be found below to help with the pattern instructions from end of ROUND 1 to end of ROUND 2.

Dc stitches “in same st” and “base of ch” will be tight!

The last round is finished with a slip stitch to join, or alternatively you can use the invisible crochet join.

ABBREVIATIONS (US TERMS):

Ch – chain

Dc – double crochet

Sl st – slip stitch

St – stitch

Tr – treble crochet

* – repeat the instructions following the * as directed

( ) – work the group of stitches all in the same stitch

< > – stitch count

SPECIAL STITCHES:

None

STITCH PLACEMENT TUTORIAL:

PATTERN:

(US Terms)

(Make x2)

SETUP  Make a magic loop.

ROUND 1 Ch 3. Work 17 dc into the loop. Tighten the magic loop. Join with sl st to top of ch 3. <18>

ROUND 2  Ch 4, dc in same st. *2 dc, (dc, tr, dc) in next st. Repeat from * four more times, then 2 dc and finish with dc in base of ch 4. Join with sl st to top of ch 4. <30>

ROUND 3  Ch 4, dc in same st. *4 dc, (dc, tr, dc) in next st. Repeat from * four more times, then 4 dc and finish with dc in base of ch 4. Join with sl st to top of ch 4. <42>

ROUND 4  Ch 4, dc in same st. *6 dc, (dc, tr, dc) in next st. Repeat from * four more times, then 6 dc and finish with dc in base of ch 4. Join with sl st to top of ch 4. <54>

ROUND 5  Ch 4, dc in same st. *8 dc, (dc, tr, dc) in next st. Repeat from * four more times, then 8 dc and finish with dc in base of ch 4. Join with sl st to top of ch 4. <66>

ROUND 6  Ch 4, dc in same st. *10 dc, (dc, tr, dc) in next st. Repeat from * four more times, then 10 dc and finish with dc in base of ch 4. Join with sl st to top of ch 4. <78>

FINISHING Weave in ends and block.

Happy crocheting!