Shell We Beach Mat

The Shell We Beach Mat is a beach day necessity for any crochet loving mermaid!!! This fun and simple crochet beach mat features a seashell motif made with the tapestry crochet colorwork method. It's great for sunbathing, picnics, back yard WIPping, yoga, and as a tropical mat for any occasion. **Construction** The Shell We Beach Mat is worked bottom up in DC. The first and final thirds of the pattern are one color simple DC. The middle section uses 3 color tapestry crochet. Video tutorials for those new to tapestry crochet are provided. A simple border and tassels are added at the end to finish. **Difficulty Level** Adventurous Beginner **Finished Measurements** If using my gauge and suggested yarn, the mat measures approximately 34" wide by 76" long. There are instructions for making your mat wider, more narrow, taller, and shorter. **Suggested Yarn:** A bulky weight cotton is suggested with my sample being made with Premier Cotton Fair Bulky Yarn. **Yardage:** The sample was crocheted using worsted weight cotton yarn. MC (Seafoam) - 1530 yds CC1 (Ballet Pink) - 350 yds CC2 (Violet) - 205 yds Total Yardage - 2,085 yds **Other Materials Needed** 5.0 mm US H hook (or size needed to obtain desired skirt fabric) Scissors Darning/Yarn needle Tape measure