If you’re wondering how to crochet a coaster, we have an easy and versatile free crochet pattern for you. The step-by-step photo tutorial makes it a great crochet coaster patterns for beginners but is versatile enough to be used in more advanced projects as well.
Calming Crochet Coasters
If you were to receive a gorgeous set of cotton yarn, what would you make? When we were initially thinking about what to make for December’s #12MonthsofDIY challenge (our last one!) with yarn we knew we wanted to work with cotton and the idea of crocheted loofah’s came to mind. But when Lion Brand Yarns sent us the beautiful skeins, in coastal-inspired colours we had picked, loofah just didn’t seem to cut it.
Instead, I got out my crochet hook and made a coaster pattern! OK, although crochet coasters don’t seem any more glamorous than a loofah, these crochet rounds are a fantastic starting point for all kinds of projects including throw pillows, afghans and more. Stay tuned and we’ll be sharing some of these ideas in the coming months.
How to Crochet a Coaster
To get started, we’re happy to share this starter crochet coasters pattern with you. And be sure to scroll to the end to see the other projects our talented and creative fellow Canadian blogger friends made with yarn!
A set of these crochet coasters would be a thoughtful handmade gift idea, especially paired with some mugs such as those from our own nature-inspired collection!
Crochet Coasters for Beginners:
Hook: G/7-4.5mm
Yarn: Lion Brand Yarns 24/7 Cotton (100g skein each of Charcoal, Silver, White, Jade, Aqua)
Guage: one coaster = 4” across
Round 1: Into Magic Ring ch3 (counts as 1dc), 11dc into Ring, join with sl st to 3d ch of starting ch3. (12dc)
Round 2: Ch4, (sk next sp, sc next sp, ch3) 5 times, sl stitch to 2nd ch of starting ch4. (24sts, 6 large loops)
Round 3: In each of the 6 loops created in Round 2: sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc (30 sts), sl st to top of starting sc. (30sts)
Round 4: (ch3, sl st to top of dc from Round 3, ch3, sl st between 2 sc from Round 3) 12 times, sl st to starting ch1. (48 sts, 12 large loops)
Round 5: In each of the 12 loops created in Round 2: sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc (60 sts), sl st to top of starting sc. Fasten off and sew in tails.
While these little rounds are perfect on their own as a set of crochet coasters, we think they’ll be amazing joined together into a lovely keepsake crochet afghan. Keep your eyes open for those instructions which we’ll share here shortly!
These teals and grays are just so soothing don’t you think?
We hope this tutorial on how to crochet a coaster has been helpful.
More Craft Ideas Using Yarn!
We have more yarn craft ideas here on the blog such as our Sand Dollar Crochet Throw Pillow Cover and our Sand Pebbles Diamond Crochet Afghan Square. Moreover, be sure to explore all the beautiful crafts our fellow Canadian blogger friends made with their Lion Brand Yarn!
From the top left, they are:
Crochet Cowl from Brooklyn Berry Designs
DIY Chain Yarn Garland from Woman In Real Life
Easy Arm Knit Reading Blanket from Heather in Heels
Creative DIY Art Using Yarn from Love Create Celebrate
Easy DIY Faux Macrame with Wool from Vin’yet Etc.
DIY Pom Pom and Tassel Stockings and Tree Skirt from PMQ for Two
Free crochet coaster pattern for beginners from Sustain My Craft Habit
Beginner Crochet Infinity Scarf from Fresh Crush
DIY Yarn Wall Hanging from Lifeovereasy
How to Make an Arm Knit Blanket with a Fringe from The DIY Mommy
Make Embellished Yarn Wrapped Glass Bottle Vases from Time With Thea
We’d love to see a photo of your crochet coasters if you make them. Email us a photo or share it on Instagram and tag us @sustainmycrafthabit !
Do you have any other questions about how to crochet a coaster?
How to Crochet a Coaster
Materials
- Hook: G/7-4.5mm
- Yarn: Lion Brand Yarns 24/7 Cotton 100g skein each of Charcoal, Silver, White, Jade, Aqua
Instructions
- Round 1: Into Magic Ring ch3 (counts as 1dc), 11dc into Ring, join with sl st to 3d ch of starting ch3. (12dc)
- Round 2: Ch4, (sk next sp, sc next sp, ch3) 5 times, sl stitch to 2nd ch of starting ch4. (24sts, 6 large loops)
- Round 3: In each of the 6 loops created in Round 2: sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc (30 sts), sl st to top of starting sc. (30sts)
- Round 4: (ch3, sl st to top of dc from Round 3, ch3, sl st between 2 sc from Round 3) 12 times, sl st to starting ch1. (48 sts, 12 large loops)
- Round 5: In each of the 12 loops created in Round 2: sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc (60 sts), sl st to top of starting sc. Fasten off and sew in tails.
Notes
Ariel
adorable! They pair so nicely with your mugs 😉
Jane and Sonja
Yeah, we kinda thought so too:)
Heather
perfectly precious! these would be such a lovely hostess gift
Jane and Sonja
Thanks, Heather!
Joann @ Woman in Real Life
I haven’t crocheted since I was a preteen (with my granny) but this looks like a good project to start with. They are so pretty.
Jane and Sonja
It is simple. Perfect for the beginner or the out-of-practice crocheter;)
Laurie Dickson
OH my, I’ve never crocheted and I’ve always wanted to learn, my Nanny was a whiz with a crochet hook… she did pass on some knitting skills thankfully! I would love to learn and your beginner tutorial is PERFECT for me! Thanks! These coasters turned out so cute… i’d almost be tempted to sew them together and make a table runner the colours are simply beautiful!
Jane and Sonja
Great idea, we may just have to give the table runner idea a try!
Dannyelle @ Life is a Party
Such a sweet little project, perfect gift. Love the colours you choose too. Great tutorial.
Jane and Sonja
Thanks, Dannyelle. Yes, I think we definitely have enough to give out as gifts!
Alexandra
Love those colors! I have been wanting to try the 24/7 Cotton Yarn, but wasn’t sure what I wanted to attempt with it. Guess I’ll be heading out for some soon to try my hand at these coasters!
rehana
Please Hindi to transfer crochet flower…..
Hindi me post karo plzz
Jean Thompson
Love those colors… and I see several Projects to try… I signed up for our newsletter too..
Sherri Sandridge
I love this pattern. Do you allow us to sell the items we make as long as we dont claim the pattern as our own?
Jane and Sonja
Hi Sherri. Yes, absolutely! Thank you for checking in.
Have a wonderful day. -Jane
Tara
This is such a lovely gift idea! I am teaching my daughter to crochet and we will keep these on our list of things to try once we get more practice!
Jeanne
Cute coaster! Would love to see pattern for the little storage basket (to hold a several coasters) pictured with it. Where can I get that, please?
Jane and Sonja
Hi Jeanne, thank you for the comment. Hmmm, I’m not sure which basket you’re referring to, I looked over the post and I don’t see an image of it.