Heavenly Blue Placemats

Heavenly Blue Placemats Crochet Pattern

What Is Being Made

The Heavenly Blue Placemats are a set of crocheted table linens designed by Shelly Wilson from Missed Stitches. Named after the Heavenly Blue Morning Glory flower, these placemats feature a beautiful color combination of blue and yellow that captures the aesthetic of the spring bloom. Each finished placemat measures 12 inches by 16 inches, making them a practical and decorative addition to any table setting. The design is suitable for intermediate-level crocheters looking to create elegant home décor pieces.

Techniques Used

This crochet pattern employs several fundamental techniques to achieve its distinctive appearance. The construction uses a base chain foundation with repeating stitch patterns worked in rows. A key technique involves working stitches into rows below the current working row, creating dimensional texture and visual interest. The pattern incorporates chain spaces that are strategically skipped and worked over, allowing for an open, airy construction that showcases the color work effectively. The stitch multiple system used in this pattern (6 plus 5 for the base chain) allows crafters to easily adjust the placemat size to their preferences by adding or subtracting multiples of 6 stitches.

Stitches Used

• Double Crochet (dc): The primary stitch throughout the pattern, worked in groups of three and used to create the main fabric structure
• Chain Stitch (ch): Used for the foundation chain and to create open spaces within the pattern
• Chain Spaces: Deliberate gaps created by chaining and skipping stitches, which are worked over in subsequent rows to add texture and dimension

Materials and Tools

The Heavenly Blue Placemats are worked using aran weight yarn, which provides a medium thickness ideal for creating a structured yet drape-friendly placemat. The pattern calls for one skein each of three colors, allowing crafters to select their own color palette while maintaining the blue and yellow inspiration of the original design. A 5mm/H8 crochet hook is used to work the aran yarn to the correct gauge. Additional supplies include a yarn needle for weaving in ends and sharp scissors for finishing. The gauge is established at 1 inch across 3 double crochet stitches, which is essential for achieving the intended finished dimensions.