Add a handmade touch to your table with this easy knitting pattern for a chunky cotton placemat. Diamond Placemat is worked flat using 5mm braided cotton cord — no complicated stitches, just knit and purl. It works up quickly and the result is a sturdy, modern placemat that looks beautiful on any table.
Perfect for everyday dining, hosting guests, or as a thoughtful housewarming gift. The clean, minimalist design fits Scandinavian and slow living interiors.

ALL PATTERNS IN ENGLISH (US TERMS)

YARN and TOOLS:

• braided cotton cord ∅5mm, 110yds (100 meters) 500g = 1 placemat
• cable needles 8mm (US11) or single pointed 14”(35cm) long
• crochet hook 5mm (optional) GAUGE:
• in stockinette stitch: 4 x 4” / 9 sts x 12 rows. KNITTING LEVEL:
• Easy/Begginer (knit, purl, cast on, bind off) FINISHED SIZE:
• 13 x 17” (33 x 44 cm)
• Thickness: 0,59” (1,5 cm)

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