by Crocheted coasters are a fun, functional, and decorative addition to your home. If you’re just learning how to crochet or want a quick project to enjoy, making a very easy flower coaster motif is the perfect choice. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to create a lovely flower-shaped coaster using basic crochet stitches. Let’s get started!
🧶 Materials You’ll Need
- Worsted weight cotton yarn (ideal for coasters; pick 2 colors—one for the center, one for petals)
- Crochet hook: Size H/8 (5.0 mm)
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Tip: Cotton yarn is absorbent and heat-resistant, making it the best option for coasters.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 4–5 inches in diameter, depending on your yarn and tension.
🧵 Stitches & Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch – chain
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- dc – double crochet
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- beg – beginning
🌸 Easy Flower Coaster Pattern
This flower motif is worked in the round, starting from the center and expanding outward into petals.
🌼 Round 1: Flower Center
- With center color, make a magic ring (or ch 4 and sl st to first ch to form a ring).
- Ch 2 (counts as hdc), then make 11 hdc into the ring.
- Sl st to the top of the beginning ch-2 to join. (12 hdc total)
- Fasten off center color if changing colors.
🌸 Round 2: Petal Base
- Attach petal color to any stitch.
- Ch 1, sc in same stitch, then ch 2.
- Sc in next stitch, ch 2, repeat around.
(You’ll have 12 ch-2 spaces, one after each sc.) - Sl st to the first sc to join.
🌷 Round 3: Forming Petals
- In each ch-2 space, do the following:
- (Sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc) – all in the same space.
- Repeat this in each ch-2 space around.
- You’ll end up with 12 small petals.
- Sl st to the first sc of the round to join.
- Fasten off and weave in ends.
🌟 Optional Finishing Touch
- Steam block or gently press your coaster to help it lay flat and make the petals look neater.
- You can add a round of sc around the back loop for a more defined edge or another color band.
🧺 Use & Care
- Perfect as drink coasters, mug rugs, or decorative table accents.
- Care: Machine washable if using cotton yarn; lay flat to dry.
✅ Tips for Beginners
- Don’t stress about perfect tension—this pattern is very forgiving.
- Use stitch markers if you’re unsure where the round begins.
- Want a larger flower? Increase the number of petals (e.g., start with 15 hdc in Round 1 instead of 12).
🌈 Customize Your Coasters
- Use seasonal colors (red & green for Christmas, pastels for spring).
- Mix & match yarn scraps for a boho-style set.
- Add a loop for hanging by chaining 8 at the end and attaching it with a sl st.
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🌸 Final Thoughts
Making a very easy flower coaster motif is a fun and fast way to add a personal, handmade touch to your home or gift-giving. With just a few basic stitches and under 30 minutes of time, you can whip up a cheerful flower that’s both pretty and practical.
Grab your favorite yarn and hook, and start crocheting your blooming coasters today!
