Crochet Colorful Potted Plant Game Mat Free Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Sport weight cotton yarn in various colors (green, brown, pink, yellow, etc.)
• 3.5mm (E) crochet hook
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors
• Stitch markers

Abbreviations:

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• dc: double crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• st: stitch
• sp: space

Gauge:

Each square should measure approximately 4 inches by 4 inches.

Instructions:

Game Mat

1. **Start with the Mat: Creating the Base** Using the main color (e.g., beige), ch 30. 2. Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, sc across (29 sts). 3. Row 2-20: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. 4. Change to dark brown yarn, ch 1, sc evenly spaced across the top edge to create a border. 5. Repeat the dark brown border on the bottom edge, then along the sides as well. 6. With a yarn needle, weave in all ends.

Potted Plants (Make 9)

1. Using your choice of plant color (green), ch 8. 2. Round 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, sc in next 5, 4 sc in last ch (to round the corner), working on the opposite side of the chain, sc in the next 5, 2 sc in the last (16 sts total). 3. Round 2: *Sc in next 2 sts, inc in next st; repeat from * around (24 sts). 4. Round 3: Sc in each st around. 5. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.

Flower Pot (Make 9)

1. Using brown yarn, ch 6. 2. Round 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, sc across (5 sts), 2 sc in last ch (to round corner), working along the other side, sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in last (12 sts total). 3. Round 2: *Sc in 3, inc; repeat from * around (16 sts). 4. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.

Assembly:

1. Arrange the potted plants in a 3x3 grid on the mat, leaving enough space between each pot for players to place their game tokens. 2. Use the long tails to sew each pot securely onto the mat, ensuring they are evenly spaced.

Finishing Touch:

1. Secure all ends and give your mat a light steam block if desired. 2. Enjoy your game of plant tic-tac-toe with friends and family!

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