This cuddle mat is perfect for your feline pals. And while you're crocheting this one, why not make some extras to donate to your local animal welfare shelter - they're always in need of extra warmth to keep up their fantastic help in caring for cats.
Skill level: beginner
Steps
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Note that this mat is worked holding three strands of yarn together throughout.
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Start crocheting: Chain 37
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Row 1. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and ea ch across. 36 sc.
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Row 2. Ch 1; turn. Sc in front loop of ea sc across.
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Row 3. Ch 1; turn. Sc in ea sc across.
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Rows 4 - 47. Repeat rows 2 & 3.
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Row 48. Repeat row 2. Finish off, leaving at least a 6-inch tail to weave in to prevent unraveling.
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Crochet the edging. Attach a single strand of yarn in any sc along the edge. Ch 1; work one sc in each sc and end rows around mat. Join in sl st to 1st sc; finish off, leaving a 6-inch tail. Weave in all ends.
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Finished.
Abbreviations
- ch = chain
- ea = each
- flo = front loops only
- mm = millimeter
- sc = single crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- Finished size: 18" x 24" (note: depends on yarn size)
Things You'll Need
- Scrap 4/medium-weight yarn
- Size N-15 (10.0 mm) crochet hook
- Yarn needle
