Captain America Placemat

Captain America's shield inspired this fun round placemat that could also be used as a trivet or, as my three-year-old declared the moment she saw it, a blanket for a baby doll. I suppose, if your doll is super. It's a pretty easy three-color pattern worked in the round from the outside in, and it's actually a really quick knit once you get started.

What you need

about 50 yards each of medium weight cotton yarn in red and white
about 5 yards medium weight cotton yarn in blue
size 7 US (4.5 mm) circular knitting needle, 12-inch cable
one set size 7 US (3.5 mm) double-pointed needles
8 stitch markers
yarn needle

 

Instructions

Every child has a superhero that they adore, and for my little one, that hero is none other than Captain America. His iconic shield, with its star-spangled design and patriotic colors, never fails to capture her imagination and spark her sense of adventure.

That’s why I created this fun and festive Captain America Placemat knitting pattern, inspired by the iconic shield of this beloved superhero. Whether you’re hosting a superhero-themed party, or just want to add a touch of playful fun to your family dinners, this placemat is sure to become a beloved part of your home decor.

The pattern itself is easy to follow and perfect for knitters of all skill levels, featuring a simple three-color design worked in the round from the outside in. Once you get started, you’ll be surprised at just how quickly this project comes together, making it a great option for last-minute party decor or a fun weekend knitting project.

And if your child is anything like mine, they’ll love using this placemat as a superhero-themed blanket for their favorite baby doll or action figure. It’s a versatile and playful addition to any home, and a great way to add a little bit of fun and whimsy to your everyday routines.

So whether you’re a die-hard Captain America fan or just looking for a fun and unique knitting project, this Captain America Placemat pattern is sure to delight and inspire you. So grab your knitting needles, choose your yarn colors, and let’s get started on a project that celebrates the spirit of adventure and imagination that lies within us all.

Gauge

Gauge is not that critical, but I got 16 stitches and 25 rounds per 4 inches (4 stitches and 6.25 rounds per inch) in stockinette stitch in the round.

Size

Finished placemat is about 14.5 inches across.

Knitting the Placemat

Cast on 176 stitches in red, using the circular needle. Join in round, being careful not to twist. Knit 2 rounds.

*Knit 20, knit 2 together, place stitch marker. Repeat from * around.

Continue to knit a round and work a round where you knit 2 together before each stitch marker throughout the rest of the project. Switch to double-pointed needles when circumference is too small to work on the circular needle.

Continue to work in red until piece measures 1.5 inches.

Change to white and work 1.5 inches.

Change to red and work 1.5 inches. You should have about 72 stitches remaining.

Working the Star

I didn’t chart out the star, and depending on your gauge and how you actually want to work the star your numbers may come out a little different from mine. But I began the blue and the star on the same round, which was a straight knitting round. The star has five points, which doesn’t divide evenly into 72, so I knit 14 stitches in blue and 1 in white, then 13 in blue and 1 in white around to the last section, which is also knit 14 in blue, 1 in white.

I did the points of the stars in a strange kind of intarisa, with each point worked with a different strand of yarn that I just pulled loosely back to where I needed it, though I kept the blue as one strand all the way around. The back of the work will get really messy with the method, but just for a few rounds.

Continuing to work decreases and change colors as needed, on the next round I knit 3 stitches in white for each point, then 5 on the next round, then 7 for 2 rounds. After that the remainder is worked in white until you’ve worked a round that is knit 2 together all the way around.

Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail, and thread it onto a yarn needle. Slip the stitches remaining stitches onto the yarn, pull tight, thread the end to the back of the work and weave in all your ends.

Alternatively, you can work the entire center section in blue (you will need about 20 yards of blue if you do this) and then just stitch the star on using duplicate stitch when you’re finished. The back will still not be pretty.