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3 Beginner Crochet Coaster Patterns

Looking for fun and easy crochet coaster patterns? I’ve got you covered with three beautiful crochet coaster patterns perfect for all skill levels! These easy crochet patterns use different stitches to add variety and texture.

Crochet Coaster Patterns Details

Here’s a quick overview of the materials, sizing, gauge, and pattern notes before you begin.

Skill Level

Beginner

Avoid frustration by learning the most common crochet mistakes beginners make and how to fix them.

Materials Needed

  • H-8 5 mm size crochet hook
  • Worsted weight yarn #4. I used cotton yarn.
  • Yarn needle
  • Scissors
  • Stitch markers, optional

Finished Size

The square coasters measure 4 inches by 4 inches.

Gauge

Gauge is not important for the easy crochet coaster pattern(s). 

Crochet Terms

Each free crochet pattern is written in US Terms.

  • dc = double crochet
  • sc = single crochet stitch
  • inc = increase
  • st/sts = stitch/stitches
  • ch/chs = chain/chains
  • sl st = slip stitch
  • ch sp = chain space
  • rnd/rnds = round/rounds
  • rem = remaining
  • FPdc = front post double crochet

Free Crochet Coaster Patterns Instructions

Make 4 of each for a set of coasters. 

Waffle Stitch Coaster Pattern

Free and easy crochet coaster patterns in moss, c2c, and waffle stitches. Perfect beginner DIY mug rugs with cotton yarn โ€“ ideal handmade gift.

Pattern Notes

  • The beginning chain counts as your first dc.
  • FPdc stitch: You don’t work into the top loops of the stitch like you normally would. Instead, you will work around the post (the vertical part) of the stitch from the front side. This creates a raised effect on the front side of the fabric.
crochet coaster patterns
crochet coaster patterns

Row 1: Ch 20, dc in 4th ch from hook and in each rem ch, ch 3 and turn.

Row 2: *FPdc in next st, dc in next 2 sts, repeat from * to last 2 sts where you will work a FPdc in the next st and a dc in the ch sp. Ch 3 and turn.

Row 3: *dc in next st, FPdc in next 2 sts, repeat from * to last 2 sts where you will work a dc in the next st and a dc in the ch sp. Ch 3 and turn.

Row 4: Repeat row 2.

Row 5: Repeat row 3.

Row 6: Repeat row 2.

Row 7: Repeat row 3.

Row 8: Repeat row 2.

Row 9: Repeat row 3. Do not make a chain at the end of the row. Instead, fasten off and weave in your ends. 

C2C Stitch Coaster Pattern

Free and easy crochet coaster patterns in moss, c2c, and waffle stitches. Perfect beginner DIY mug rugs with cotton yarn โ€“ ideal handmade gift.

Pattern Notes

  • Corner to corner (c2c) crochet is a technique where you crochet “squares” in diagonal rows. You start in the bottom right corner and end in the top left corner.
  • You will begin decreasing at the beginning of row 7.
crochet coaster patterns
crochet coaster patterns

Row 1: Ch 6, dc in 4th ch from hook and in each rem ch, ch 6 and turn. (1 square)

Row 2: dc in 4th ch from hook and in each rem ch, join with a sl st to the ch sp in the square from row 1, ch 3 + 3 dc, ch 6 and turn. (2 squares)

Row 3: dc in 4th ch from hook and in each rem ch, join with a sl st to the first ch sp, ch 3 + 3 dc, join with a sl st to the last ch sp, ch 3 + 3 dc, chain 6 and turn. (3 squares)

Row 4: dc in 4th ch from hook and in each rem ch, join with a sl st to the first ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc, join with a sl st to the next ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc, join with a sl st to the last ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc, chain 6 and turn. (4 squares)

Row 5: dc in 4th ch from hook and in each rem ch, join with a sl st to the first ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc, [join with a sl st to the next ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc2 times, join with a sl st to the last ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc, chain 6 and turn. (5 squares)

Row 6: dc in 4th ch from hook and in each rem ch, join with a sl st to the first ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc, [join with a sl st to the next ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc3 times, join with a sl st to the last ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc, turn. (6 squares)

You will now begin your decrease rows.

crochet coaster patterns

Row 7: Slip stitch across the tops of the 3 dc’s from the last square made, join with a sl st to the first ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc, [join with a sl st to the next ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc3 times, join with a sl st to the last ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc, turn. (5 squares)

Row 8: Slip stitch across the tops of the 3 dc’s from the last square made, join with a sl st to the first ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc, [join with a sl st to the next ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc2 times, join with a sl st to the last ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc, turn. (4 squares)

Row 9: Slip stitch across the tops of the 3 dc’s from the last square made, join with a sl st to the first ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc, join with a sl st to the next ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc, join with a sl st to the last ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc, turn. (3 squares)

Row 10: Slip stitch across the tops of the 3 dc’s from the last square made, join with a sl st to the first ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc, join with a sl st to the last ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc, turn. (2 squares)

Row 11: Slip stitch across the tops of the 3 dc’s from the last square made, join with a sl st to the first ch sp and ch 3 + 3 dc, join with a sl st to the last ch sp. (1 square)

Do not fasten off. You will now make the border. 

Border: ch 1, work 2 sc in the side of each square and in each corner you will work sc, ch 1, sc. 

Moss Stitch Coaster Pattern

Free and easy crochet coaster patterns in moss, c2c, and waffle stitches. Perfect beginner DIY mug rugs with cotton yarn โ€“ ideal handmade gift.

Pattern Notes

  • Make all single crochet stitches in the chain spaces beginning in row 2.
  • The beginning chain counts as your first sc. 
crochet coaster patterns

Row 1: Ch 20, sc in the 4th ch from hook, *ch 1, skip the next ch, sc in the next ch, repeat from * to the end. You will end with a sc in the last ch. Ch 2 and turn.

Row 2: sc in the first ch sp, ch 1, skip the next st,* sc in the next ch sp, ch 1, skip the next st, repeat from * to the end of the row. Your last sc will go in the ch sp. Ch 2 and turn.

Rows 3- 19: Repeat row 2. Do not fasten off after your last row. You will now make the border. 

Border: Ch 1. When working along the left and right sides, make a sc in the side of each row. When working along the top and bottom, make a sc in each st and each ch. In each corner you will work sc, ch 1, sc. 

Finishing the Crochet Coaster Patterns

Fasten off and then weave in the ends.

Free and easy crochet coaster patterns in moss, c2c, and waffle stitches. Perfect beginner DIY mug rugs with cotton yarn โ€“ ideal handmade gift.

Coasters Make Great Yarn Stash Busters!

Crochet coasters are the perfect pattern for using up scrap yarn. They’re small and quick, so you can work through your yarn stash in no time! If you have extra yarn lying around, coasters are a great way to give it new life.

These mug rugs and square coasters don’t need much yarn, making them ideal for diy projects. Plus, they’re the best coasters for protecting surfaces from cold drinks while keeping your table cozy and stylish.

Coasters Make Great Gifts!

A crochet coaster set makes a great gift for any occasion. These easy crochet coaster patterns are a last-minute giftthat’s thoughtful and practical. Perfect for a handmade gift, coasters are a quick project you can finish fast.

They’re just the thing to pair with a cozy mug as a diy home decor item. With these coasters, your friends and family will have the best yarn decor for their coffee table!

Crochet coaster patterns

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— Melissa