Easy Peasy Crochet Coasters

Add a pop of handmade charm to your living room with these round, simple coasters! This is the ultimate beginner project. If you want to learn how to crochet in the round without dealing with confusing magic rings, this pattern was designed for you.

You will practice working single crochet stitches in simple circular rounds. In under thirty minutes, you will have a soft, sturdy coaster ready to protect your tabletop from hot mugs. Make a set of four in matching colors or try bright rainbow shades to give away as lovely housewarming gifts.

Skill Level

Beginner

Finished Size

Approximately 4 inches in diameter.

Materials

100% cotton worsted weight yarn (Medium weight, Size 4), about 20 yards per coaster. Size 5.0 mm (US H-8) hook. Tapestry needle. Scissors. Stitch marker.

Gauge

Gauge is not critical for this project. If your coaster turns out slightly larger or smaller, it will still function perfectly!

Abbreviations (US terms)

ch = chain, sc = single crochet, sl st = slip stitch, st(s) = stitch(es), rnd(s) = round(s).

Pattern Notes

This coaster is worked in continuous spiral rounds. Do not join with a slip stitch at the end of each round unless the pattern tells you to. Place a stitch marker in the first stitch of every round and move it up as you complete each new round. Keep your tension relaxed so your circle stays flat and soft.

Instructions

• Round 1: Make a slip knot on your hook. Chain 2. Work 6 single crochet into the second chain from your hook. (6 sc)
• Round 2: Work 2 single crochet into every stitch around. Place your stitch marker in the very first stitch of this round. (12 sc)
• Round 3: *Work 1 single crochet in the next stitch, then 2 single crochet in the following stitch. Repeat from * around. (18 sc)
• Round 4: *Work 1 single crochet in each of the next 2 stitches, then 2 single crochet in the following stitch. Repeat from * around. (24 sc)
• Round 5: *Work 1 single crochet in each of the next 3 stitches, then 2 single crochet in the following stitch. Repeat from * around. (30 sc)
• Round 6: *Work 1 single crochet in each of the next 4 stitches, then 2 single crochet in the following stitch. Repeat from * around. (36 sc)

Work 1 slip stitch into the next stitch to smooth the final edge.

Finishing

Cut yarn leaving a 6-inch tail. Pull the hook up until the cut end comes through the last stitch. Thread the tapestry needle with the starting tail, pull tight to close the center hole, weave through back stitches and trim. Weave the ending tail through the back edge three times and trim.

Beginner Tips

• Use 100% cotton yarn (acrylic can melt under hot mugs).
• Count stitches at the end of every round.
• Move your stitch marker up every round.