How to Crochet an Adorable Doormat

Introduction

Crocheting an adorable doormat is a delightful way to welcome guests with a touch of handmade warmth. Choosing colorful yarns and a simple crochet pattern can result in a unique and charming addition to any entryway. The repetitive motion of crocheting creates a sense of relaxation and accomplishment as each row progresses. You can personalize your doormat by adding fun embellishments like pom-poms or tassels for an extra touch of whimsy. Not only is crocheting a doormat a creative and enjoyable pastime, but it also allows you to showcase your skills and creativity to everyone who crosses your threshold.

Materials Needed

Yarn: Any Super Bulky Yarn you choose.

Prototype made using Amigo Giga, #6 (100% HB Acrylic, 95 m, 103 yds per 150 g /5.2 oz)

Estimated Total Yardage: 400 yards

Hook and Other Materials:

8 mm Crochet Hook or any other suitable hook size.

Yarn needle

Gauge: is not crucial to this project.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Terms: US Terminology

Easy Crochet Rug Pattern Notes

1. Please kindly read through the pattern before starting.
2. Chains at the beginning of the rows do not count as a stitch.
3. Stitch count is written after each row.
4. The pattern is worked in rows.

Stitches

Chain: ch

Half Double Crochet: hdc

Stitch: st

Slip Stitch: sl st

Crossed Half Double Crochet: xhdc

Special Stitch

Crossed Half Double Crochet: xhdc

First row of xhdc = *Skip next st, hdc in next st, crocheting over the hdc just made into the skipped st, yarn over hook, insert hook into skipped stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop (3 loops on the hook), yarn over, and pull through the loops.

The first xhdc made.

Rep from * to the end of the round

Subsequent rows of xhdc =

*Skip the first leg of xhdc, hdc in the second leg of xhdc, crocheting over the hdc just made into the first leg of xhdc, yarn over hook, insert hook into skipped stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, (3 loops on the hook), yarn over, pull through the loops

Rep from * to the end

Finished Measurement

This easy crochet doormat pattern is super easy to adjust. The finished measurement is about 22 X 30.”

If you intend to adjust yours or use a different yarn weight/hook, make your foundation (starting) chain in multiples of 2 and as wide as you want your rug to be.

Continue the repeats until you have your desired rug length.

How to Crochet a Doormat

Chain 44

Row 1: Hdc in 3rd ch from the hook and in each ch across, turn. 42 hdc

Row 2: Ch 1, hdc in first st, xhdc across until the last st, hdc in last st, turn. 20 xhdc, 2 hdc

Row 3 – 34: Rep Row 2

Continue the repeats until you have your desired length.

Row 35: Ch 1, hdc in each st across, turn. 20 hdc

Do not fasten off

Edging

• Crocheting around the whole piece.

Round 1: Ch 1, hdc in each st around, (2 hdc, ch 2, 2 hdc) in each corner, join with a sl st to the beginning ch.

Fasten off

Sew in all ends.