Crochet Petal Coasters: Add a Touch of Elegance to Your Home
If you’re looking for a fun and creative way to add some elegance to your home decor, consider making crochet petal coasters. These adorable coasters can be used to protect your furniture from water rings while adding a touch of style to your living space.
Materials You’ll Need:
- Worsted weight cotton yarn
- Size H/8 crochet hook
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
Instructions:
Step 1: Make a Magic Ring
Begin by making a magic ring. To do this, wrap the yarn around your fingers and create a loop. Insert the hook into the loop, then yarn over and pull up a loop. Yarn over again and pull through the loop on your hook. This creates the magic ring.
Step 2: Crochet the First Round
Crochet six single crochets (sc) into the magic ring. Slip stitch into the first single crochet to join the round.
Step 3: Crochet the Second Round
Chain two (ch 2), then crochet two double crochets (dc) into the same stitch as the chain. Crochet three dc into each of the remaining stitches around. Slip stitch into the top of the beginning chain to join the round.
Step 4: Crochet the Third Round
Chain two (ch 2), then crochet one dc into the same stitch as the chain. Crochet two dc into the next stitch. Crochet one dc into the next stitch, then crochet two dc into the following stitch. Repeat from * to * around. Slip stitch into the top of the beginning chain to join the round.
Step 5: Crochet the Fourth Round
Chain two (ch 2), then crochet one dc into the same stitch as the chain. Crochet one dc into the next stitch. Crochet two dc into the following stitch. Crochet one dc into each of the next two stitches, then crochet two dc into the following stitch. Repeat from * to * around. Slip stitch into the top of the beginning chain to join the round.
Step 6: Crochet the Petals
To create the petals, work two rounds of double crochets (dc) into the front loop only. To do this, insert your hook into the front loop of the first stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop. Yarn over again and pull through two loops. Yarn over and pull through the remaining two loops. This creates a double crochet in the front loop only.
Repeat this process for each stitch around the coaster until you reach the beginning of the round. Slip stitch into the top of the beginning chain to join the round.
Step 7: Finishing Touches
Cut the yarn and weave in the ends using a tapestry needle. You can make as many coasters as you like to suit your needs. You can also experiment with different colors to match your decor.
Tips:
- It’s important to crochet the petals in the front loop only to create the distinctive petal shape.
- Be sure to weave in the ends securely so that they don’t come undone with use.
- Experiment with different yarn types to create a different texture or look.
- Practice your stitches before starting on the coaster to ensure that you are comfortable with the pattern.
Conclusion:
Crochet petal coasters are an easy and fun project that can add a touch of elegance to your home decor. With just a few simple materials and some basic crochet skills, you can create beautiful coasters that are both practical and stylish. Try making a set in different colors to match your decor or as a unique gift for friends and family. Happy crocheting!
Access the free pattern here.
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