Hello, friends! As promised, it is time for another super exciting free crochet pattern round up! Today’s theme: coasters.
Why coasters?
- Coasters are a great way for beginning crocheters to practice stitches and build confidence in their craft.
- Coasters are also a great way for long time crocheters to artfully employ the odds and ends of their yarn drawer/closet/room. :) We call this type of project a “stashbuster.”
- You can make a set of four coasters in the time it takes to watch a few episodes of “Sherlock.” Unless you are too distracted by Benedict Cumberbatch’s cheekbones.
- Coasters make great gifts. I especially like giving coasters for housewarming gifts.
Now, here are five of my favorite free crochet coaster patterns!
This is my go-to coaster pattern. I have a set on my coffee tables, and I have given many sets as gifts. Though the pattern calls for sport weight yarn, I have always made these coasters with worsted weight yarn as that is what I have the most of on hand, and they have turned out great. This pattern comes from the Crochet Spot, which has many excellent tutorials, free patterns, and a premium pattern shop.
1893 Circle Motif (Click link for pattern and photo)
There’s something so cool about working with a crochet pattern that is over 100 years old. Sandi Marshall adapted the pattern from a 1893 publication titled Fancy Work Manual. Add a vintage touch to your coffee tables with these coasters.
An eco-friendly idea from Country Woman Magazine, these coasters are made with a size G hook and plastic shopping bags.
Sarah from Repeat Crafter Me shares this adorable set of six crocheted fruit coaster patterns. These would be a big hit at any summer picnic!
Designed by Aurora Suominen of Designs on a Hook, these gorgeous star coasters are on my “make very soon!” list. I love stars, and it seems like this pattern would also be a great motif for embellishing an afghan or purse, or for joining and making into a scarf.
Did we miss your favorite free crochet coaster pattern? Share it in the comments!
Have a great weekend and thank you for visiting Thread by Thread Zen!
Cheers,
- Katie Rose
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