How to Crochet the Ocean Breeze Desk Mat

The Crochet Ocean Breeze Desk Mat is an exquisite piece that brings a touch of seaside charm to your workspace. Its intricate design and soothing color palette create a calming and refreshing atmosphere, making it a delightful addition to your desk. Crafted with care and attention to detail, this desk mat not only adds a pop of style but also serves as a cozy spot for your hands while you work. Upgrade your desk space with this charming crochet creation and let the Ocean Breeze inspire you throughout your day!

Materials

• DROPS Paris (Recycled Denim) in Light Blue (101)
• DROPS Paris in White (16)
• 4.00 Crochet Hook

Abbreviations

• SC- Single Crochet
• DC- Double Crochet
• CH – Chain
• C1 – Color 1
• C2 – Color 2

Foundation

Chain 80+1 (or however long you wish your mat to be, just make sure that it is a multiple of 2 +1)

Crochet Pattern Instructions

Row 1

Working with C1

1. Work 1 SC into the first stitch
2. Work 1 DC in that same stitch
3. Skip 1 stitch
4. Work 1 SC into the following stitch
5. Work 1 DC into the same stitch
6. Repeat steps 3-5 until you reach the last stitch of the row
7. Work 1 SC into the last stitch
8. Chain 1 and turn

Row 2-4

Repeat Row 1, 3 more times so that you have a total of 4 rows of C1

Row 5-8

Repeat Row 1 for 4 rows in C2

Row 9-12

Repeat Row 1 for 4 rows in C1

Row 13

Repeat Row 1 for 1 row in C2

Row 14

Repeat Row 1 for 1 row in C1

Row 15

Repeat Row 1 for 1 row in C2

Row 16-19

Repeat Row 1 for 4 rows in C1

Row 20-23

Repeat Row 1 for 4 rows in C2

Row 24-26

Repeat Row 1 for 3 rows in C1

Row 27-30

Repeat Row 1 for 4 rows in C2

Row 31-33

Repeat Row 1 for 4 rows in C1

Row 34

Repeat Row 1 for 1 row in C2

Row 35

Repeat Row 1 for 1 row in C1

Row 36

Repeat Row 1 for 1 row in C2

Row 37-40

Repeat Row 1 for 4 rows in C1

Row 41-44

Repeat Row 1 for 4 rows in C2

Row 45-48

Repeat Row 1 for 4 rows in C1

Finishing Touches

Tie off and weave in the ends and you are done! The Suzette Stitch creates a really beautiful diamond effect without you having to actually create diamonds!