Elegant Crochet Circle Coaster
Create a lovely set of crochet coasters that are perfect for any table setting. This project is both practical and beautiful, making it a wonderful gift for friends or a delightful addition to your home decor. Enjoy the rhythmic process of crocheting as you watch the coaster take shape.
Elegant Crochet Circle Coaster
Materials:
- 1 skein of worsted weight cotton yarn (approximately 50g)
- 4.00 mm (G-6) crochet hook
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Gauge:
To ensure your coaster is the right size, do a gauge swatch of 10 double crochet stitches (dc) and 10 rows to measure a square of 4". Adjust your hook size if necessary.
Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- dc: double crochet
- st: stitch
Instructions:
- Make the Center:
Begin with a magic ring. Ch 3 (counts as first dc), then work 11 dc into the ring (total 12 dc). Pull the ring tight and join with a sl st to the top of the ch 3. You should have a small circle.
Tip: The magic ring helps to keep the center tight, ensuring no gaps. - Round 2:
Ch 3, then make 1 dc in same stitch. In each stitch around, work 2 dc. Join with sl st to the top of the ch 3. You should have 24 dc in total. - Round 3:
Ch 3, then work 1 dc in same stitch. Work 1 dc in the next stitch. Repeat (2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next st) around. Join with sl st to the top of the ch 3. You should have 36 dc. - Round 4:
Ch 3, then work 1 dc in same stitch. Work 1 dc in the next 2 stitches. Repeat (2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 2 sts) around. Join with sl st to the top of the ch 3. You should have 48 dc. - Finishing:
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Pull through the last loop to secure. Use a tapestry needle to weave in all ends securely.
Optional: You can block your coaster by lightly steaming it with an iron to shape it perfectly.
Tips:
- Make several coasters to create a matching set, customizing them with different colors if desired.