Colorful Crochet Coaster and Pencil Holder

This vibrant crochet project features a stylish round coaster and a functional rectangular pencil holder, perfect for adding a pop of color to your workspace or home. A great project for beginners, this pattern will guide you step-by-step to create both items using simple stitches. Perfect as a gift for students, professionals, or simply as a fun addition to your desk decor!

Colorful Crochet Coaster and Pencil Holder

Materials:

Yarn: Medium weight cotton yarn in bright orange (for the pencil holder, approx. 80 yards) and hot pink (for the coaster, approx. 30 yards)
Hook size: 6.0 mm (J hook)
Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)
Scissors

Gauge: 4 inches = 10 stitches in single crochet. To measure gauge, make a small swatch of 10 stitches and 10 rows in single crochet. Adjust hook size if necessary to meet gauge.

Abbreviations:

ch - chain
sc - single crochet
sl st - slip stitch
st - stitch
rep - repeat

Instructions:

Part 1: Pencil Holder

Foundation Chain: Make a slip knot and chain 30.
Row 1: Starting in the second chain from the hook, sc in each chain across. You should have 29 sc at the end of this row.
Row 2-15: Ch 1, turn your work. Sc in each st across (29 sc). Repeat this for a total of 14 more rows, giving you a total of 15 rows.
Finishing: Ch 1, turn the work. Fold the rectangle in half and sc through both layers along the short edges to join them. Fasten off and weave in all ends using a yarn needle.

Part 2: Coaster

Foundation Chain: Make a slip knot and chain 5.
Round 1: Join with a sl st to the first ch to form a circle. Ch 1, then sc 10 times into the circle. Join with a sl st to the first sc (10 sc).
Round 2: Ch 1. Sc in the same st, then 2 sc in each st around. Join with a sl st (20 sc).
Round 3: Ch 1. *Sc in the next st, 2 sc in the next st*. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st (30 sc).
Round 4: Ch 1. Sc in each st around. Join with a sl st (30 sc).
Finishing: Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Weave in ends as necessary.

Finishing Tips:

Weave in all loose ends with a yarn needle to ensure a neat finish.
For your pencil holder, you can even add a decorative touch by crocheting a small flower or leaf and stitching it onto the side.
For a more personal touch, consider using different colors or yarn weights for unique variations.

Enjoy using your colorful crochet items and feel proud of your handmade creations!

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