Last updated on October 10th, 2025 at 10:38 am
Add a DIY pop of color to your home with this chunky crochet placemat. Handmade gifts throughout the Holidays are my favorite gift to get and give. These placemats are not only pretty, but they are a useful gift. I love making quick and easy crochet patterns.
Crocheted with super bulky yarn, these pieces work up fast and have that soft, chunky texture everyone loves during the winter season. The bold red and white colors give them classic Christmas appeal, while the simple pattern makes them fun and relaxing to crochet. Even better, you can make the complete set in just a few hours.
Make a Christmas Table Setting
Whether you’re sipping cocoa, hosting Christmas dinner, or looking for a fun holiday craft, these chunky ornament coasters and round placemats bring warmth and cheer to your home. A coordinated set – placemats and coasters go together nicely. Here is a crochet pattern for Chunky Christmas Ornament Coasters. They are easy crochet patterns and quick to make. The complete set can be made in just a few hours or less.
I used chunky yarn for this project because it makes very quick work out of the crochet pattern. While you can use a thinner yarn, or a smaller hook will mean more rows or a smaller placemat. I find this chunky yarn easier to work with than thin yarn. This yarn also has a beautiful smooth look that I just love.
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Crochet Pattern: Chunky Crochet Placemat Pattern
Difficulty
Easy
Materials
Lion Brand Hometown USA Yarn, 6 Super Bulky, Partial Skein 75 yards. Color: Cincinnati Red.
Crochet Hook Size N 9.0mm
Yarn Needle
Stitch Marker
Scissors
Abbreviations
- CH = Chain Stitch
- DC = Double Crochet
- SC = Single Crochet
- SL ST = Slip Stitch
- ST = Stitch
- [ ] = Repeat Between
Pattern Notes
Written in US Crochet Terms.
Both the coaster and placemat are worked in the round.
The sizes can be easily adjusted by working more rounds.
Crochet Stitches
Chain Stitch (CH)
Begin the chain stitch by making a slip knot on the crochet hook. Leave about a 5-inch tail on the yarn. This will be weaved in later.
Next snug up the yarn loop that is on the crochet hook; while it should be firm, it should also be loose enough to slide on the hook with ease.
Keeping the loop on the hook, wrap the yarn over the crochet hook from back to front. Draw the yarn through the loop. You’ve just made a chain stitch. Continue yarning over and drawing the yarn through the loop on the hook to make more chain stitches.
HOW TO CROCHET THE CHAIN STITCH video tutorial
Double Crochet (DC)
Yarn over, insert the hook through both loops and pull up a loop. Next, yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook. Lastly, yarn over again and pull through the last two loops on the hook.
HOW TO CROCHET THE DOUBLE CROCHET STITCH video tutorial
Single Crochet (SC)
Insert the hook, pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through the two loops on the hook.
HOW TO CROCHET THE SINGLE CROCHET STITCH video tutorial
Directions
Use the Cincinnati Red.
Begin with a magic circle. Here is another post with complete directions on how to make a magic circle.
Round 1
CH 3. This counts as the first DC in the magic circle. 11 DC in the magic circle. SL ST to join into top CH of the first CH 3 to close. (12 DC)
Pull the yarn tail from the magic circle to tighten and close the circle in the magic circle.
Round 2
CH 3 (Counts as a DC). 1 DC in same ST. 2 DC in each ST around. SL ST to join into top CH of the first CH 3 to close. (24 DC)
Round 3
CH 3 (Counts as a DC). 2 DC in next ST. [1 DC in the next ST, 2 DC in the next ST]. Repeat between [ ] around. SL ST to join into top CH of the first CH 3 to close. (36 DC)
Round 4
CH 3 (Counts as a DC). 1 DC in next ST, 2 DC in the next ST. [1 DC in the next ST, 1 DC in the next ST, 2 DC in the next ST]. Repeat between [ ] around. SL ST to join into top CH of the first CH 3 to close. (48 DC)
Round 5
CH 3 (Counts as a DC).1 DC in next ST, 1 DC in next ST, 2 DC in next ST. [ 1 DC in next ST, 1 DC in next ST, 1 DC in next ST, 2DC in next ST]. Repeat between [ ] around. SL ST to join into top CH of the first CH 3 to close. (60 DC).
Round 6-7
CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in each ST around. SL ST to join into top CH of the first CH 3 to close. (60 DC).
Finishing
Fasten off Cincinnati Red by pulling the yarn through the last ST. Using the yarn needle, weave in the ends and cut off the excess yarn.
Crochet Chair Pads
Here is another use for the chunky crochet placemat…a reader told me that she used this pattern to make chair pads. What a wonderful idea. I just love the creative ideas that everyone shares with each other. Thank you for being part of a wonderful community of yarn crafters.
Video tutorial links: How to Crochet in the Round
If you are new to crocheting in the round, this video may be helpful. Also, here is a whole blog post on How to Crochet Round Circles for Beginners.
Right hand video
Left hand video
We hope you loved this crochet pattern. Here are a few more free crochet projects to inspire your next project.
Chunky Christmas Round Placemat
Equipment
- Crochet Hook Size N 9.0mm
- Yarn Needle
- Stitch Marker
- Scissors:
Materials
- 1 Skein Lion Brand Hometown USA Yarn 6 Super Bulky, Partial Skein 75 yards. Color: Cincinnati Red.
Instructions
- Use the Cincinnati Red.1 Skein Lion Brand Hometown USA Yarn
- Begin with a magic circle.
- Round 1
- CH 3. This counts as the first DC in the magic circle. 11 DC in the magic circle. SL ST to join into top CH of the first CH 3 to close. (12 DC)
- Pull the yarn tail from the magic circle to tighten and close the circle in the magic circle.
- Round 2
- CH 3 (Counts as a DC). 1 DC in same ST. 2 DC in each ST around. SL ST to join into top CH of the first CH 3 to close. (24 DC)
- Round 3
- CH 3 (Counts as a DC). 2 DC in next ST. [1 DC in the next ST, 2 DC in the next ST]. Repeat between [ ] around. SL ST to join into top CH of the first CH 3 to close. (36 DC)
- Round 4
- CH 3 (Counts as a DC). 1 DC in next ST, 2 DC in the next ST. [1 DC in the next ST, 1 DC in the next ST, 2 DC in the next ST]. Repeat between [ ] around. SL ST to join into top CH of the first CH 3 to close. (48 DC)
- Round 5
- CH 3 (Counts as a DC).1 DC in next ST, 1 DC in next ST, 2 DC in next ST. [ 1 DC in next ST, 1 DC in next ST, 1 DC in next ST, 2DC in next ST]. Repeat between [ ] around. SL ST to join into top CH of the first CH 3 to close. (60 DC).
- Round 6-7
- CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in each ST around. SL ST to join into top CH of the first CH 3 to close. (60 DC).
- Finishing
- Fasten off Cincinnati Red by pulling the yarn through the last ST. Using the yarn needle, weave in the ends and cut off the excess yarn.
Notes
- CH = Chain Stitch
- DC = Double Crochet
- SC = Single Crochet
- SL ST = Slip Stitch
- ST = Stitch
- [ ] = Repeat Between
You can find Victoria crocheting, quilting, and creating recipes. She has cooked in restaurants for over 20 years, including many larger parties. She learned to crochet when she was just 11 years old and has been crocheting ever since; over 50 years now. Over 40 years ago, she loved her first class in sewing and continues to hone her skills in quilting. Many have enjoyed the handmade gifts over the years. In her professional career, she has worked in management in a wide variety of businesses including higher education as a dean of a division. All the while attending college part-time to achieve her doctorate in higher education with an emphasis in e-learning.
Quick and Easy Crochet Pattern for Placemats.