Easy Ruffle Crochet Table Mat Pattern For Beginners (Step-by-Step Tutorial)

The Inspiration Behind This Crochet Table Mat

When I designed my crochet mushroom pattern for the Woodland Fall Crochet Collection, I knew it would make a beautiful centerpiece.

As I started styling it on my table, I felt it needed something to bring the display together, which inspired this ruffle crochet table mat pattern.

To tie the designs together, I used the same decorative edging featured on the mushroom cap, creating a coordinated look across the collection.

Worked in just 7 rounds using two strands of yarn held together, this beginner-friendly crochet table mat is quick to make and full of texture.

Simple single crochet and double crochet stitches create a sturdy round mat, while the ruffled edge adds a decorative touch.

Although designed with fall décor in mind, this versatile crochet centerpiece mat can be used year-round on a dining table, coffee table, or anywhere you'd like to add a little handmade charm.

Pair it with other coordinating pieces from the Woodland Fall Crochet Collection for a cozy seasonal display.

Pattern Details

• Skill Level - Beginner
• Yarn Weight - #4 medium, two strands worked together
• Hook Size – 7mm
• Measures - 10 inches (25.4 cm) in diameter
• Time To Complete - Less than 30 minutes

Why You’ll Love This Round Table Mat Pattern

• Easy way to create crochet home décor ideas
• Perfect small crochet project for busy days
• Great for layering in a crochet table centerpiece
• Uses two strands for a thick, textured finish
• Beginner–intermediate friendly

Pattern Overview

This ruffle crochet table mat pattern is an easy beginner-friendly crochet project worked in just 7 rounds using single and double crochet stitches with two strands of yarn held together for added texture and structure.

Designed as part of the Woodland Fall Crochet Collection, it features a matching ruffled edging inspired by the coordinating crochet mushroom pattern.

This round crochet table mat works beautifully as a centerpiece, candle mat, or seasonal table décor and can be styled for fall or used year-round.

Materials

Yarn

#4 medium (worsted, Afgan, Aran, 10ply) yarn with about 11 wraps per inch*

• 104 yards (95 meters) work using two strands held together.

Note - We used acrylic yarn for this project, but you could use other yarn types like cotton or cotton blends with a similar yarn weight and wraps per inch.

*Wraps per inch (WPI) - measures yarn thickness by counting how many times the yarn wraps around a ruler in one inch. More wraps thinner yarn, while fewer wraps thicker yarn.

Hook Size

• 7mm

Notions

• Scissors
• Yarn Needle

Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms

• col – color
• dc – double crochet
• MR – magic ring
• rnd – round
• rpt – repeat
• sc – single crochet
• sp/sps – space/spaces
• st/sts – stitch/stiches
• [ ] – at the end of a round indicates the number of stitches in that round

Gauge & Finished Size

Finished size - is about 10 inches (25.4cm) in diameter,

Guage is not so important for this project.

How To Make A Ruffle Crochet Table Mat

Rnd 1, crochet using two strand of yarn – make 12dc in a MR, sl st into 1^st st to join. [12dc]

(If you can’t make a magic ring, ch4, sl st into the 1^st ch to make a ring, ch2 (counts as 1dc), 11 dc into ring, sl st into top of ch-2 to join).

Rnd 2 – ch2 (count as dc), 1dc in same sp as ch2, 2dc in each st around, sl st into top of ch-2 to join. [24dc]

Rnd 3 – ch2 (count as dc), 1dc in same sp as ch2, 1dc in next st, *2dc in next st, 1dc in next, rpt from * 11 times, sl st into top of ch-2 to join. [36dc]

Rnd 4 – ch2 (count as dc), 1dc in same sp as ch2, 1dc in next 2-sts, *2dc in next st, 1dc in next 2-sts, rpt from * 11 times, sl st into top of ch-2 to join. [48dc]

Rnd 5 – ch2 (count as dc), 1dc in same sp as ch2, 1dc in next 3-sts, *2dc in next st, 1dc in next 3-sts, rpt from * 11 times, sl st into top of ch-2 to join. [60dc]

Rnd 6 – ch2 (count as dc), 1dc in same sp as ch2, 1dc in next 4-sts, *2dc in next st, 1dc in next 4-sts, rpt from * 11 times, sl st into top of ch-2 to join. [72dc]

Rnd 7 – ch1 (not a st), (1sc, ch3) in same sp as ch-1, *(sc, ch3) in next st, rpt from * all the way around, sl st into 1^st sc to join, cut yarn, fasten off and weave in ends.

Note: the mat will be a little wavey around the edges but pressing it down with your hands will flatten it.

Part of the Woodlands Fall Crochet Collection

This pattern is one piece of a larger set designed to mix and match. Next in the collection is this easy pumpkin dishcloth (coming soon).

Looking for More Fall Crochet Ideas? See our Halloween crochet ideas

Easy Home Décor Idea

This ruffle crochet table mat is proof that even the simplest projects can transform a space.

With its soft texture and quick construction, it’s an easy way to bring handmade warmth into your home this season.

Whether you’re decorating for fall or creating items for markets, this is a pattern you’ll come back to again and again.

If you tried this ruffle table mat (or any other pattern on my website), please let me know how it went in the comments below. I'd love to hear from you!