Add a DIY pop of color to your home with this round chunky coasters in the shape of ornaments. It’s easy to crochet a coordinated set. They work up very quickly and look so cute.
Equipment
Crochet Hook Size N 9.0mm
Yarn Needle
Stitch Marker
Scissors:
Materials
1Partial SkeinLion Brand Hometown USA Yarn Super BulkyNew York White
1Partial SkeinLion Brand Hometown USA Yarn Super BulkyCincinnati Red
Estimated Cost 7
Instructions
Use the Cincinnati Red.
1 Partial Skein Lion Brand Hometown USA Yarn Super Bulky
Begin with a magic circle.
Round 1
CH 1 (Does not count as a ST). Complete 6 SC in the magic circle. SL ST into first SC to close the round. Pull the yarn tail from the magic circle to tighten and close the circle in the magic circle. (6 SC)
Round 2
CH 1 (Does not count as a ST). 1 SC in same ST. 2 SC in each ST around, ending with a SC in the first ST where you did the first SC. End with a SL ST into the first SC to join. (12 SC)
Round 3
CH 1 (Does not count as a ST). 1 SC into the same ST, 2 SC in the next ST. [1 SC in the next ST, 2 SC in the next ST]. Repeat between [ ] around. End with a SL ST into the first SC to join. (18 SC).
Round 4
CH 1 (Does not count as a ST). 1 SC into the same ST. 1 SC in next ST, 2 SC in the next ST. [1 SC in the next 2 STs, 2 SC in the next ST]. Repeat between [ ] around. End with a SL ST into the first SC to join. (24 SC).
Finishing: Fasten off Cincinnati Red by pulling the yarn through the last ST. Using the yarn needle, weave in the ends and cut off the excess yarn.
Create the Stem
Using the New York White, Join the yarn to a ST on the outer circle.
1 Partial Skein Lion Brand Hometown USA Yarn Super Bulky
Round 1
4 SC, turn.
Round 2
CH 1 (Counts as a ST). 3 SC, turn.
Round 3
CH 1 (Counts as a ST). 3 SC.
Finishing: Fasten off New York White by pulling the yarn through the last ST. Using the yarn needle, weave in the ends and cut off the excess yarn.
Notes
Abbreviations
CH = Chain Stitch
DC = Double Crochet
SC = Single Crochet
SL ST = Slip Stitch
ST = Stitch
[ ] = Repeat Between
Pattern NotesWritten in US Crochet Terms.Both the coaster and placemat are worked in the round.The sizes can be easily adjusted by working more rounds.