About the Pattern:
This pattern is inspired by a minimalist design. This placemat and coasters set is a simple and relaxing design created with simple stitch combinations. Tunisian simple stitch for the base design and a minimalist touch with cross stitch and a simple slip stitch back loop only border. This pattern is great for beginners and advanced crocheters alike for getting familiar with the basic Tunisian crochet stitches and offers a simpler alternative to creating a minimalist colorwork design. It will be the perfect addition to any kitchen! This pattern is for a minimalist tunisian crochet placemat and coasters that can be completed by a beginner with some basic cross stitch! The placemat can be completed easily in a few hours and is a perfect mindless project and makes for a great gift idea.

Skill Level: Beginner

Yarn:
Note: These are the amounts needed for one placemat and one coaster
Col A - Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/8 #117 Light Gray 5 skeins approximately 410 yards (1.75 oz/50 g; 82 yds/75 m; 100% cotton; light worsted DK)
Col B - Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/8 #119 Gray 1 skein approximately 82 yards (1.75 oz/50 g; 82 yds/75 m; 100% cotton; light worsted DK)
Col C - Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/8 #10 Cappuccino 1 skein approximately 82 yards (1.75 oz/50 g; 82 yds/75 m; 100% cotton; light worsted DK)
Col D - Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/8 #20 Americano 3 skeins approximately 246 yards (1.75 oz/50 g; 82 yds/75 m; 100% cotton; light worsted DK)

Hooks:
Size I 5.5 mm Tunisian crochet hook with a 12 in. Cord
Size J 6.0 mm crochet hook

Notions:
Yarn needle
Scissors
Measuring tape

Gauge:
Gauge is 15 sts over 13 rows in Tunisian Simple Stitch for a 4x4 in. square with a size I 5.5 mm Tunisian crochet hook

Finished Size:
The finished placemat is 17.5 in. wide by 14.5 in. in length
The finished coasters are 4.5 in. wide by 4.5 in. in length

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https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/tunisian-honeyco...

Tunisian Textured Coasters:
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/tunisian-texture...

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