by Crocheting a flower coaster is a perfect project for beginners. It’s quick, uses only fundamental stitches, and the layered look makes it appear more complicated than it actually is! It’s also an ideal project for using up small amounts of yarn.
This guide will walk you through a simple, charming flower coaster pattern.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Medium-weight yarn (worsted/size 4). Cotton or a cotton blend is best because it handles heat and moisture well. Choose two colors: one for the center (Color A) and one for the petals (Color B).
- Crochet Hook: The size recommended for your yarn.
- Scissors
- Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends.
Abbreviations
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- st(s): stitch(es)
- inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
Step-by-Step Flower Coaster Pattern
The coaster is created in two main parts: the solid center base and the decorative petals.
Part 1: The Center Base (Color A)
This section creates a flat, sturdy circle to form the foundation of your coaster.
- Round 1: With Color A, start with a Magic Ring (or chain 4 and sl st to join). Work 10 dc into the ring. Pull the tail to close the ring. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3 (if you used ch 3 for your first dc). (10 sts)
- Round 2: ch 2 (counts as first hdc). Work hdc-inc (2 hdc) in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 2. (20 sts)
- Round 3: ch 1. Work sc in the first stitch. Work inc (2 sc) in the next stitch. Repeat the sequence [sc in next st, inc] around the circle. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (30 sts)
- Fasten off Color A.
Part 2: The Petals (Color B)
The petals are worked directly into the stitches of the last round. This pattern creates 10 full petals.
- Join Yarn: Join Color B into any stitch of the last round with a sl st.
- First Petal:
- ch 1. sc in the same stitch.
- ch 3 (This forms the top loop of the petal).
- sc in the same stitch again.
- sl st into the next two stitches. (These slip stitches hide the traveling yarn and anchor the petals.)
- Repeat for Petals 2 through 10:
- sl st into the next stitch (to move to the next starting point).
- Work the petal pattern: [sc in same st, ch 3, sc in same st].
- sl st into the next two stitches.
- Finish the Round: After the last petal, join with a sl st to the very first sc of the round.
- Fasten off Color B.
Finishing Touches
- Weave in Ends: Use your tapestry needle to thread all loose ends and weave them securely into the stitches on the back of the coaster. Trim the excess yarn.
- Shaping: Gently flatten the coaster and shape the petals with your fingers to ensure they lie evenly around the edge.
- Optional Stiffening (Blocking): If your coaster is curling or feels too floppy, you can steam block it. Gently apply steam (do not touch the iron to the yarn) and pin the coaster flat until it cools and dries.
Your beautiful, handmade flower coaster is now ready to use!
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