Oh, the wonders of plarn … so many things to make! I received such a great response about my Upcycled Plarn Grocery Tote pattern that I thought I would share another idea for putting those plastic bags you have stored up to good use.
Plarn is perfect for making outdoor accessories since it is surprisingly durable and can be washed easily in warm soapy water. So when I wanted to work up some placemats and coasters for my Memorial Day BBQ, I immediately thought of plarn!
Of course, these placemats and coasters can be made in any color, but I thought the red, white, and blue would be a nice touch for Memorial Day. Click here for tutorial on How to Make Plarn. Or if you don’t feel like making it, you can even buy it.
Plarn Placemats and Coasters Pattern
Here’s what you need:
red, white, and blue plarn (see here for a tutorial on making plarn)
- L hook / 8 mm
- tapestry needle
- stitch marker
This pattern is written in U.S. crochet terms and abbreviations. Stitch counts are provided at the end of each round to help you keep on track.
Resources and tutorials you may find helpful in following this pattern: Crochet Abbreviations, U.S. to U.K. Crochet Conversion Chart.
Finished items measure as follows: Placemat: approx. 13 in. x 11 in.; Coaster: approx. 5 in diameter.
Placemat
With B, ch 30.
Row 1 (B): Work 1 dc in 3rd ch from hook and each ch across, turn.
Row 2 (W): 1 sc in each ch across, turn — 28 sts.
Row 3 (R): 1 sc in each ch across, turn.
Row 4 (W): 1 sc in each ch across, turn.
Row 5 (R): 1 dc in each ch across, turn.
Row 6 (W): 1 sc in each ch across, turn.
Row 7 (R): 1 hdc in each ch across, turn.
Row 8 (W): 1 sc in each ch across, turn.
Row 9 (W): 1 dc in each ch across, turn.
Row 10 (B): 1 sc in each ch across, turn.
Row 11 (W): 1 sc in each ch across, turn.
Row 12 (R): 1 sc in each ch across, turn.
Row 13 (B): 1 dc in each ch across, turn.
Row 14 (W): 1 dc in each ch across, turn.
Row 15 (B): 1 sc in each ch across, turn.
Row 16 (W): 1 hdc in each ch across, turn.
Row 17 (R): 1 dc in each ch across, turn.
Row 18 (W): 1 sc in each ch across, do not turn.
Edging: Work 2 sc in same st as last sc made, continue to work sc around mat, working 3 sc in each corner, join.
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Coaster
The coaster is worked in a spiral; do not join at the end of rounds. It is helpful to use a stitch marker to keep rack of rounds.
With B, ch 4, join to form a ring.
Round 1 (B): Ch 1, work 6 sc in ring — 6 sts.
Round 2 (R): 2 sc in each st around — 12 sts.
Round 3 (R): *2 sc in 1st st, 1 sc in next, rep from * around — 18 sts.
Round 4 (W): *2 sc in 1st st, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, rep from * around — 24 sts.
Round 5 (R): *2 sc in 1st st, 1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, rep from * around — 30 sts.
Round 6 (B): *2 sc in 1st st, 1 sc in each of the next 4 sts, rep from * around — 36 sts.
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Luv this concept. But where do you find the red and/or blue plastic?
Hi Diana! I actually ordered it fron this link:
I was thinking of ordering the phlarn, but how much do I need per placemant/4 pacemats, and how much for the coasters? I would only want to place one order, since I will also have to pay for shipping. I would like to try and make some for the 4th of July barbecue (would have been nice for yesterdays barbecue).
Hmmmm … I would think 1 of each color would be enough for 4 but am not certain.
Perfect time of year for these. They look so durable! Thanks for sharing at our party this week.
it is nice
I have never heard of plarn… presumably, it’s plastic yarn?
These look fantastic. 🙂 You should add all of your red, white & blue projects to our patriotic link party! . There are always great food additions so I get so excited to see the crafty things added to the collection!
Hope your Thursday is off to a great start. 🙂
Adrianne
Fun! I love this!,