Learn how to crochet a flower coaster that's both practical and decorative!
This beginner-friendly project uses simple stitches and double-stranded cotton yarn to create a charming floral coaster in under an hour.
Perfect for adding a handmade touch to your coffee table, giving as a thoughtful gift, or creating a set for home decor, this crochet flower coaster is quick, fun, and versatile.
You can personalize it with your favorite colors, textures, or even combine multiple coasters for a coordinated set.
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- Why You'll Love This Pattern
- Materials Needed
- Skill Level
- Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms
- Gauge
- Finished Size
- Instructions
- Crochet Tips, Yarn Choices, and Color Inspiration
- Perfect Occasions to Use This Craft
- How To Use This Craft
- FAQ
- More Crafts You Might Like To Try
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Looking for a quick and satisfying crochet project that's both functional and beautiful?
This crochet flower coaster is perfect for beginners who want to make something useful in a short amount of time.
Using simple, basic stitches and working double-stranded with cotton yarn, you can create a sturdy and attractive coaster that's ideal for protecting surfaces from cups and mugs.
This project is beginner-friendly, and the 5mm hook makes it easy to handle even if you're new to crochet.
In less than an hour, you can finish a single coaster, and making a full set is a fun way to explore color combinations and textures.
These crochet flower coasters also make great gifts for friends, thoughtful party favors, or cute additions to your own home.
By learning how to crochet this flower coaster, you'll practice essential skills while creating something functional, stylish, and highly customizable.
Why You'll Love This Pattern
- Quick and beginner-friendly crochet project
- One coaster can be made in under 1 hour.
- Makes a practical and decorative coaster
- Perfect for gifts, home decor, or personal use
- Customizable with colors, textures, and yarn variations
- Hands-on practice for learning how to crochet
- This is a no sew crochet pattern.
- Fun, portable, and versatile for multiple uses
Materials Needed
Yarn
#2 light (DK, light worsted, 8ply) 100% cotton or cotton blend yarn with about 15 wraps per inch (WPI)*
- You will be working with double strands. You can pick 2 yarn colors that compliment each other or 2 balls of the same color.
- You will need about 0.49 ounces (14 grams) [36 yards / 33 metres] of yarn.
Hook
- 5 mm (H / 8 / 6)
Other
- Yarn needle for weaving ends
- Scissors
*Wraps per inch (WPI) - this is a measure of yarn thickness. To measure WPI, count how many times the yarn wraps around a ruler in one inch. There are more wraps for thinner yarn and fewer wraps for thicker yarn.
Skill Level
★☆☆☆☆ - Beginner
Time estimate: Typically under 1 hour per coaster, perfect for a quick afternoon project
Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms
- Ch - Chain
- St/s - Stitch/es
- Sl st - Slip Stitch
- Hdc - Half Double Crochet
- Sc - Single Crochet
- Sk - Skip
- Dc - Double Crochet
- [ ] at the end of each row indicates how many stitches are needed in that row.
Gauge
Gauge is not too important for these flower crochet coasters.
Finished Size
The finished size of these crochet flower coasters is about 4.5 inches (11 cm) in diameter.
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Instructions
Foundation: Working double stranded, ch3, sl st into 1st ch to form a loop.
Round 1: Ch2 (doesn't count as st), 12 hdc into loop. Sl st into top of 1st hdc to join. [12 hdc].
Round 2: Ch2 (doesn't count as st), 2 hdc in each st around, sl st into top of 1st hdc to join. [24 hdc].
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Round 3: Ch2 (doesn't count as st), 1 hdc into 1st st, 2 hdc into next st, *1 hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st, repeat from * until you reach the end. Sl st into top of first hdc to join. [36 hdc].
Your coaster should be about 3 inches (7.5 cm) in diameter.
Round 4 (Making the petals): Ch1, 1 sc in 1st st, *sk st, 5 dc in next st, sk st, 5 dc in next st, 1 sc in next st.* Completed first petal.
Repeat from * around until you reach the end and have made 7 petals. Sl st into bottom of 1st sc to join. Fasten off and weave in any ends.
Crochet Tips, Yarn Choices, and Color Inspiration
- Use solid colors for a classic, simple look
- Variegated yarn for multicolor petals
- Mix two contrasting yarns for a bold pattern
- Add subtle texture with small stitches or borders
- Personalize with embroidery or small embellishments for extra flair
- Make a matching set for a coordinated home decor accent
Perfect Occasions to Use This Craft
- Give as a small handmade gift for birthdays, holidays, or housewarming.
- Use for seasonal decor, adding charm to your table settings.
- Make a set as a thoughtful Valentine's, Christmas, or Mother's Day gift.
- Perfect for classroom or group crafting activities.
- Add a personal touch to tea parties, coffee tables, or desk setups.
How To Use This Craft
- Protect your surfaces with a handmade floral coaster.
- Create matching sets for cups, mugs, or teapots.
- Gift as a charming, functional token for friends and family.
- Combine colors and patterns to match your home decor.
- Practice beginner crochet skills while producing something functional and pretty.
FAQ
Yes! Cotton is ideal for coasters, but other smooth yarns work too-just adjust your hook if needed.
Absolutely! Simple basic stitches and a small size make it beginner-friendly.
Typically under 1 hour, depending on yarn and stitch speed.
Definitely! A set of coasters makes a great gift or coordinated home decor.
Yes! Add embroidery, small crochet flowers, or borders for extra detail.
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