If you don't want to work with plarn but you do want to make a red, white and blue placemat, then try this cotton crochet pattern from Jessie At Home. This is an easy crochet pattern in that it's worked in single crochet stitches only, but you'll have to do some increasing and
Placemats like these would make a fabulous addition to your outdoor picnic table, especially when celebrating holidays like Memorial Day and the 4th of July. They are made with plarn, an interesting material to upcycle for use in crocheting placemats. This free pattern also comes with instructions
This is another super simple crochet placemat pattern that a beginner could easily enjoy making. It uses single crochet stitches and three different colors to create stripes, so it offers great practice in changing colors and weaving in ends.
Here is an easy, basic crochet placemat that anyone could crochet. Even a beginner would have no trouble making this simple design. All that you need to know how to do is half double crochet in rows, adding a simple single crochet border to polish it off. However, if you are more knowledgable about
This crochet designer points out that while the crochet octopus is particularly good for NICU preemies, it's also a good toy for other babies as well. It promotes motor development and sensory stimulation, which every baby benefits from.
Get the visual instructions here to whip up this rainbow wall hanging, will instantly fancy up a blanket wall. Each rainbow color ends up into a fringe after making a perfect arch. This is the whole beauty of this rainbow wall hanging. Crochet chunky yarn weight for this project.
This adorable crochet octopus pattern has a head that's a little bit reminiscent of the cute ghosts in Pac-Man. Even without the tentacles, it's a great toy. Of course, you want to add the tentacles if you're donating them to heal preemies in the NICU, because that's the part
This is a two-in-one crochet pattern. It includes the crochet octopus pattern. Plus a simple crochet beanie hat pattern. There are instructions for a preemie size and a newborn size hat. This pattern is for sale on Ravelry.
Crochet octopus toys were first used in hospitals in the UK. In fact, many of the groups that accept donations are there as well. If you're used to working with UK crochet terms, then this pattern will suit you well.