{"product_id":"ch03_034","title":"Japanese Crochet Pattern: Star Home Accents (Chart Included)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Crochet Star Pattern Worked in the Round\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pattern makes a big crocheted star.\u003cbr\u003eIt includes both a snack mat and a star cushion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a well-balanced pattern, so it's easy to make your own version, a little larger or a little smaller.\u003cbr\u003eMade in washable yarn, it's handy as a snack mat or a coaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cushion was made with thicker yarn, so it turned out nice and big.\u003cbr\u003eWith finer yarn or fewer rounds, the star also makes a lovely ornament or charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt would make a sweet addition to your Christmas decorations, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Crochet star motifs made into a cushion, snack mats and table mats\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0518\/7774\/0737\/files\/crochet-star-mat-pattern-flatlay3_480x480.jpg?v=1794225437\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYarn Used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the snack mats, I used DMC \"HAPPY COTTON.\"\u003cbr\u003eIt's a cotton yarn that comes in a wide range of lovely colors, which makes choosing half the fun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach snack mat in the photo uses 2 balls.\u003cbr\u003eIt's so pleasant to work with that you'll want to make one in every color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the cushion, I used DARUMA \"Wool Roving.\"\u003cbr\u003eIt's a chunky yarn that's soft and cute to the touch and works up quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI chose beige to blend in with my home décor.\u003cbr\u003eI can't help imagining a few of these cushions lined up, with someone sinking into a pile of stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Crochet star-shaped cushion in beige\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0518\/7774\/0737\/files\/crochet-star-cushion-pattern-lifestyle3_480x480.jpg?v=1794226289\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCrochet Techniques in This Pattern\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is worked mostly with basic crochet stitches.\u003cbr\u003eYou repeat the same sequence as you go, so your hands soon find the rhythm, and before long you may be crocheting without looking at the chart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a bonus, this pattern also includes instructions for a motif with a star worked into it.\u003cbr\u003eIt's presented as a pattern for a mini tote bag made with the motif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Bonus pattern included: a mini tote bag made with the crochet star motif\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0518\/7774\/0737\/files\/crochet-star-bag-pattern_480x480.jpg?v=1794266303\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it to store Christmas ornaments, fill it with treats for a small gift, or put your leftover yarn to good use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe motif also works as a coaster on its own, and if you enjoy joining motifs, you'll likely find even more ways to use it. I hope you enjoy this pattern!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 1px; float: none;\" alt=\"Crochet Christmas ornaments in a mini tote bag made with the star motif\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0518\/7774\/0737\/files\/christmas-ornaments-in-crochet-star-bag_480x480.jpg?v=1794267360\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patterns for the Christmas ornaments and the 3D stars are sold separately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ronique.net\/en\/products\/ch03_020\"\u003eCrochet Pattern: Christmas Ornaments\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ronique.net\/en\/products\/ch03_013\"\u003eCrochet Pattern: Two Kinds of Stars\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"width: 30%; border: none; border-top: 1px solid #ccc; margin: 70px auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e■Where to buy the yarn \u003c\/strong\u003e\/ External site 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