This crochet emerald art deco fan table mat is a dramatic semicircular table mat in deep emerald cotton with eight radiating Art Deco fan panels, slender antique-gold surface ribs, open chain arches, and a stepped picot edge. The construction is designed specifically for the named project rather than adapted from a generic template.
Eight double crochets begin a half-ring and establish eight marked fan panels. Paired increases widen the semicircle through fifteen rows, two chain-arch lace rows open the outer edge, and gold surface ribs plus stepped picots emphasize the geometric fan.
Why You’ll Love This Project
The semicircle shaping, front-post ribs, chain-arch lace, picot edge create a distinct table mat with clear checkpoints, practical structure, and strong handmade texture.
Materials
- Approximately 420 yards deep-emerald sport-weight mercerized cotton yarn
- Approximately 80 yards antique-gold sport-weight cotton yarn
- Eight locking stitch markers
- Thirty-two rustproof blocking pins
- 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Tape measure
- Blocking mats and rustproof pins
Gauge, Measurements, and Planning
Make a generous swatch in the main stitch. The target gauge is the first 8 rows measure 5 inches from center to edge; change hook size if needed before beginning the full runner.
Make and wash a gauge swatch before beginning. Measure only after the swatch is completely dry. If the stitch width differs, change hook size rather than pulling the working yarn tighter. Keep a written count at the end of every section so the finished edges remain balanced and the assembly points line up.
Abbreviations and Special Stitches
- ch: chain
- dc: double crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- sc: single crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
- BLO: back loop only
- yo: yarn over
Special stitch guidance: Fan increase: work [2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc] in a marked chain space. Surface rib: slip stitch loosely from the center along a marked panel line. Stepped picot: chain 3 and slip stitch in the first chain.
Before You Begin
- Maintain the stated 8-stitch construction count at every checkpoint.
- Beginning chains count only where explicitly stated.
- Block components before final assembly or border work.
- Use US crochet terminology throughout.
Instructions
Establish Eight Emerald Fans
Count carefully and compare the work with the finished measurements.
- Motif Round 1: Make a magic ring but do not join; work 8 dc into the ring and turn. (8 sts)
- Row 2: Ch 3, work 2 dc in every stitch. Turn. (16 sts)
- Rows 3–6: Add one dc at both edges and one increase at each of seven marked panel divisions.
Expand the Semicircle
Count carefully and compare the work with the finished measurements.
- Rows 7–12: Continue the eight marked panels, adding two stitches per panel on every other row.
- Keep the straight inner edge relaxed and verify that corresponding panels contain equal stitches.
- Row 12 should measure about 8 inches deep and lie flat without cupping.
Open the Art Deco Lace
Count carefully and compare the work with the finished measurements.
- Rows 13–15: Work fan increases in the marked panel spaces with solid double-crochet ribs between them.
- Rows 16–17: Replace each panel center with graduated chain arches from chain 3 to chain 7.
- Row 18: Outline each arch with single crochet and add one stepped picot at every fan peak.
Add Gold Surface Ribs
Count carefully and compare the work with the finished measurements.
- With antique gold, surface slip stitch from the center to the outer edge along all eight panel lines.
- Keep every rib loose enough that the mat remains flat.
- Wet-block to 11 by 20 inches, pinning each fan peak and every chain arch.
Assembly and Shaping
Follow the project-specific assembly sequence for semicircular art deco fan mat. Pin or mark every component before joining and keep the finished layout balanced.
Lay every component on a flat surface before joining. Match the marked centers first, then divide each remaining edge into equal sections. Work through both layers with consistent tension and pause after each section to check that the fabric lies flat. This measured approach prevents twisting and keeps decorative details facing the intended direction.
Finishing
- Weave every tail through matching stitches and reverse direction once.
- Inspect all joins, motif anchors, and border corners.
- Block to 11 inches deep by 20 inches wide.
- Allow the runner to dry completely before styling.
For a polished result, weave each tail through several same-color stitches, reverse direction once, and trim only after the fabric has been gently stretched. Block to the listed dimensions without flattening textured stitches. Inspect joins, borders, straps, and decorative pieces before the project is used or gifted.
Helpful Tips
- Use locking markers at every construction checkpoint.
- Record row and motif counts as you work.
- Keep joins and color changes relaxed enough to lie flat.
- Photograph the complete layout before final assembly.
Good lighting and a contrasting stitch marker make counting much easier. If a section looks uneven, compare the current count with the previous checkpoint before continuing. Fixing one missed stitch early is faster than compensating later, and it preserves the measurements used by the assembly instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I omit the gold ribs?
Yes. The emerald fan shaping remains clear without surface crochet.
Why is the center curling?
Loosen the first six rows and confirm that every marked panel receives its increases.
Can this become a full circle?
Make two identical semicircles and join their straight edges before adding the final border.
Conclusion
The finished crochet emerald art deco fan table mat showcases semicircle shaping, front-post ribs, chain-arch lace, picot edge in a construction that matches the project from foundation through finishing.
Printable Crochet Pattern Card
Project: Crochet Emerald Art Deco Fan Table Mat
Skill level: Intermediate Hook: 3.5 mm Yarn: Sport
Finished size: Approximately 11 inches deep by 20 inches wide
Card Materials
- Approximately 420 yards deep-emerald sport-weight mercerized cotton yarn
- Approximately 80 yards antique-gold sport-weight cotton yarn
- Eight locking stitch markers
- Thirty-two rustproof blocking pins
- 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Tape measure
- Blocking mats and rustproof pins
Card Instructions
- Establish Eight Emerald Fans: Motif Round 1: Make a magic ring but do not join; work 8 dc into the ring and turn. (8 sts) Row 2: Ch 3, work 2 dc in every stitch. Turn. (16 sts) Rows 3–6: Add one dc at both edges and one increase at each of seven marked panel divisions.
- Expand the Semicircle: Rows 7–12: Continue the eight marked panels, adding two stitches per panel on every other row. Keep the straight inner edge relaxed and verify that corresponding panels contain equal stitches. Row 12 should measure about 8 inches deep and lie flat without cupping.
- Open the Art Deco Lace: Rows 13–15: Work fan increases in the marked panel spaces with solid double-crochet ribs between them. Rows 16–17: Replace each panel center with graduated chain arches from chain 3 to chain 7. Row 18: Outline each arch with single crochet and add one stepped picot at every fan peak.
- Add Gold Surface Ribs: With antique gold, surface slip stitch from the center to the outer edge along all eight panel lines. Keep every rib loose enough that the mat remains flat. Wet-block to 11 by 20 inches, pinning each fan peak and every chain arch.
Finish: Check every count, weave in all ends, block to measurement, and inspect each join.
