2nd MOTIF: R, 6 d, 3 p sep by 2 d, 2 d, join to 4th free p of lower r of previous motif, 2 d, p, 6 d, cl r. R, 6 d, join to last p of last r, 2 d, 4 p sep by 2 d, 6 d, cl r. R, 6 d, 5 p sep by 2 d, 6 d, cl r. R, 6 d, join to last p of last r, 2 d, 4 p sep by 2 d, 6 d, cl r, tie and cut.
Repeat the 2nd motif until strip is long enough to fit between corners. Work 3 more strips in same manner and sew to each side of handkerchief between corners.
Gray Place Mats with Rose Border and Napkins #816
This set may be made with any of the AMERICAN THREAD COMPANY products listed below:
| Material | Quantity | Size of Needle |
|---|---|---|
| “GEM” CROCHET COTTON Article 35, size 30 | 5 balls Shaded Pinks 4 balls Nile Green | steel 12 |
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| “STAR” CROCHET COTTON Article 20, size 30 | 6 balls Shaded Pinks 4 balls Nile Green | steel 12 |
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| “STAR” CROCHET COTTON Article 30, size 30 | 15 balls Shaded Pinks 10 balls Nile Green | steel 12 |
Finished mats measure 10 inches × 18¼ inches. 1½ yds. 35 inch Gray linen will make 4 place mats and 4 napkins. Each flower measures 1¼ inches. Inside of crocheted section should measure 10 inches × 16½ inches.
PLACE MAT—ROSE: With Shaded Pinks ch 5, join to form a ring, ch 5, d c in ring, * ch 2, d c in ring, repeat from * 5 times, ch 2, join in 3rd st of ch.
2nd Row—Ch 1 and over each loop work 1 s c, 4 d c, 1 s c, join.
3rd Row—* Ch 5, sl st in back of work between next 2 petals, repeat from * all around.