This stylish knit coaster uses mosaic colorwork — a method of knitting patterns with only one color per row using slip stitches. It’s a perfect small project to explore color contrast and create graphic designs without complex stranding.

Materials
– Worsted weight cotton yarn in two high-contrast colors (approx. 15g each)
– 4 mm knitting needles
– Tapestry needle
– Scissors

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Instructions

Pattern Basics:

• Mosaic patterns alternate 2 rows per color

• You’ll slip certain stitches with yarn in back (wyib) to create the color pattern

• Coaster will be approx. 10×10 cm when finished

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Set-Up:

1. CO 23 sts with Color A

2. Rows 1–2 (Color A): Knit all stitches

3. Rows 3–4 (Color B): K1, Sl1 wyib repeat to end

4. Rows 5–6 (Color A): Sl1 wyib, K1 repeat

5. Rows 7–20: Continue alternating patterns (checkered, waves, or “brick” mosaic repeat)

6. Bind off in pattern with final color

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Finishing:

• Weave in ends carefully — especially color changes

• Lightly block if edges curl

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How To

1. One Color at a Time:
   No need to juggle yarns — easy colorwork for beginners

2. Slipping Stitches = Pattern:
   Creates the illusion of intricate design with just simple slipped stitches

3. Use Graphs:
   Follow mosaic knitting charts — black = knit/slip, white = background

4. Great for Leftovers:
   You can make a matching set with scrap yarns

5. Yarn Type:
   Cotton yarns make firm, flat coasters. Wool will stretch more.

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