Cup of Love Heart Coaster Crochet Pattern Free & Easy
Looking for a fun little project to brighten up your day? Why not crochet your very own heart coaster! This tapestry crochet pattern is super easy to follow so you can whip up a coaster in no time.
Perfect for keeping your tables stain-free or giving as a sweet handmade gift, this pattern will make your heart (and your cup!) feel extra cozy. Ready to get started? Let’s stitch up some love! The free crochet pattern is below.
What is tapestry crochet?
Tapestry crochet is a crochet technique where you use multiple colors of yarn to create patterns and designs in your projects.
With tapestry crochet, you make color changes following a picture graph (also known as a “grid” or “pixel chart”) or written instructions.
Tapestry crochet allows for intricate patterns and color work, like this heart tapestry crochet pattern.
Perfect for beginners!
If you’re new to tapestry crochet, this heart coaster pattern is a fantastic starting point. Why? Because it only uses two colors, making it much simpler to manage as you learn.
Plus, since it’s a small project, you won’t feel overwhelmed. It’s a great way to practice changing colors and get comfortable with the tapestry crochet technique while making something adorable and useful.
Free heart coaster crochet pattern information
Materials needed
- Crochet hook: H-8 5 mm hook size
- Yarn: worsted weight yarn in white and pink
- Copy of the heart graph
- Scissors
- Yarn needle for weaving the yarn tails in
Skill level
Easy. This easy crochet pattern uses only basic crochet stitches.
Finished measurements
4.5″ wide by 4.25″ tall (11 cm by 11 cm)
Crochet terms
- ch(s): chain(s)
- st(s): stitch(es)
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet stitch
Pattern notes
- Make color changes indicated by the graph or the written instructions.
- The coaster is made in rows of single crochet stitches.
- Each square on the graph represents a single crochet stitch.
- The color of the square indicates the color of yarn you should use for that stitch.
- Read the graph from right to left ← on odd-numbered rows and left to right → on even-numbered rows.
- ← you are working on the “right side” on odd-numbered rows.
- → you are working on the “wrong” side” on even-numbered rows.
- Carry the unused yarn color.
Color changes
- To change colors, work the last yarn over of a stitch with the new color. This sets up your yarn for the next stitch in the new color.
- Carry unused colors across the row by laying them over the stitches you’re working into, so you can pick them up as needed. This is known as tapestry crochet!
Free heart coaster crochet pattern instructions
Make the heart coaster following the graph or the written instructions.
- With pink yarn, chain 20, then single crochet into the 2nd ch from the hook and in each remaining chain.
- You have made row 1 and should have 19 single crochet stitches.
Graph
Download the heart coaster graph.
Written instructions
If you don’t want to add tassels to your coaster, you can add a single crochet border to your coaster instead.
Adding a border
Make 2 sc in each square along the sides and in each corner square make (2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc).
Adding tassels
Adding tassels to your coaster will make it a fun “mug rug”! I love how my coaster turned out. Here are step by step instructions:
- Cut 6 inch long strips of yarn.
- Fold each strip of yarn in half. This will create a loop at one end and two loose ends at the other.
- Attach the tassels along the edge of the coaster. Insert your crochet hook through the stitch at the edge of the coaster from front to back.
- Hook the looped end of your folded yarn with your crochet hook and pull it halfway through the stitch on the coaster. You should have a loop on one side of the coaster and the loose ends on the other side.
- Pull the loose ends of the yarn through the loop you just created. Tighten gently to secure the tassel to the coaster.
- Repeat this process along both ends of the coaster, spacing the tassels evenly. You can add as many or as few as you like, depending on how full you want the tassel effect to be.
- Once all tassels are attached, check the length of each one and trim them if necessary to ensure they are even and tidy.
Finishing the coaster
Fasten off and then weave in the yarn tails. Block if desired.
Fun tapestry crochet ideas
Looking for your next tapestry crochet pattern? Check out my Sweet Hearts tapestry crochet bookmark pattern, cute hearts wine bottle holder, cat lovers wine bag, holiday placemat & coaster set, and my Lovestruck heart bag pattern.
Valentines day crochet ideas
Making a set of coasters from this heart coaster crochet pattern is a fantastic gift idea for several reasons. First, it’s a handmade gift, which adds a personal touch that store-bought items can’t match.
Each coaster you make carries a bit of care and thoughtfulness, showing the recipient that you invested your time and skills into creating something special just for them.
Additionally, coasters are universally useful items, suitable for any home. They protect surfaces from stains and scratches while adding a decorative element to living spaces. By crafting a set, you ensure that the gift has practical value in everyday life, making it both appealing and functional.
The heart design of the coasters also adds a warm, loving vibe, which can be especially meaningful if given for a special occasion like an anniversary, Valentine’s Day, or as a housewarming gift.
You can customize the colors to match the recipient’s decor or choose their favorite colors, making the set even more personalized and cherished.
Lastly, a set of coasters can be a conversation starter or a standout feature in a home, reflecting both the giver’s creativity and the recipient’s style. It’s a thoughtful, useful, and charming gift that’s sure to be appreciated and enjoyed.
What are alpha crochet patterns?
Alpha patterns are pixel drawing designs used primarily in tapestry crochet and C2C (corner to corner) crochet techniques to create letters, numbers, or easy pixel art ideas.
These patterns allow crafters to spell out names, messages, or create detailed images and motifs using a pixel grid approach.
Each square on the grid corresponds to a stitch in crochet. These patterns are also commonly referred to as “pixel crochet charts”, “grid crochet patterns”, or “crochet graph patterns”.
Pixel art in crochet design
When I design tapestry crochet patterns, like this heart square crochet pattern, and corner to corner crochet patterns, I create pixel charts. These charts are super helpful and are also known as “graphs”, “alpha patterns”, and “grids”.
What’s cool is that you can use these pixel crochet pdf pattern free downloads not just for crochet but also for knitting, cross-stitch, needlepoint, weaving, tapestry, beadwork, and even pixel art like this heart pixel art crochet pattern.
They make creating beautiful crafts easier, especially if you’re using easy pixel art templates or looking for pixel drawing grid art ideas. Whether you want a big project or something smaller like a pixel grid crochet bag, my small pixel art grid easy and pix art pixel grid crochet pattern are perfect for all craft lovers!
More valentine’s day crochet patterns
For more crochet valentines ideas, check out my c2c crochet heart pillow, crochet heart hat, crochet heart bucket hat, crochet heart blanket, dream in color heart blanket, and my heart pillow crochet pattern valentines crochet patterns free.
More free coaster crochet patterns
If you’re looking for more crochet coaster ideas, check out my crochet coaster pattern for beginners, winter pine tree coaster, pumpkin coaster, super easy mug rug, and my blooming daisy crochet flower coaster pattern.
Let’s connect!
I’d love to hear from you. You can find me on social media-Instagram, Facebook group, Pinterest, and my YouTube channel. Until then, happy crocheting!
