Crochet flower coaster pattern – modern tapestry daisy

Q: Is this crochet flower coaster pattern beginner-friendly?

This pattern is best for advanced beginners. You’ll need to know single crochet stitches and be comfortable changing colors.

Q: What crochet technique does this pattern use?

The flower design is created using tapestry crochet, where colors are changed within the row to form the image.

Q: What type of yarn works best for coasters?

A smooth worsted weight cotton or cotton-blend yarn works best. Cotton holds its shape, absorbs moisture, and handles heat better than acrylic.

Looking for a fresh, modern way to bring a little spring into your home? This crochet flower coaster pattern features a clean daisy design made with tapestry crochet and simple single crochet stitches.

Worked in rows with easy color changes, this coaster has a crisp flower image and optional fringe that gives it a relaxed, handmade feel. It’s perfect for neutral décor, spring refreshes, or quick handmade gifts that still feel polished.

Quick answer
This crochet flower coaster pattern is an advanced beginner tapestry crochet design worked in rows of single crochet with color changes and finished fringe. The coaster measures 4 inches wide by 4.5 inches tall (10 × 11 cm) and uses worsted weight yarn with an H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook.

Beginner-friendly crochet flower coaster pattern with a daisy design, shown in four bright color variations and finished with fringe

Why you’ll love this pattern

Modern flower design that works beautifully with neutral or soft spring colors
Simple single crochet stitches with clear color changes
Great introduction to tapestry crochet without complicated shaping
Small, fast project that’s perfect for gifts or craft fairs
Fringe detail adds texture and a relaxed, modern vibe

Free crochet flower coaster pattern details

This section covers everything you need to know before you start the pattern, including the skill level, materials, finished size, and construction details.

Skill level

Advanced beginner. This pattern uses basic single crochet stitches worked in rows with color changes, making it a great introduction to tapestry crochet once you’re comfortable following simple instructions.

Materials needed

Crochet hook size: H-8 (5 mm)
Yarn: Worsted weight yarn #4 in white, yellow, and a background color
Yarn needle: Use this to weave in your ends.
Scissors: Use these to fasten off your yarn.
Stitch marker(s): Optional. Use these to help keep track of your stitches.

Best yarn to use

Since coasters get regular use, the type of worsted weight yarn matters just as much as the weight itself.

For the best results, choose a smooth, durable worsted weight cotton or cotton-blend yarn. Cotton holds its shape well, absorbs moisture, and can handle heat better than acrylic, which makes it ideal for drink coasters. A tightly spun yarn will also give you cleaner stitches and sharper color changes in the flower design.

If you prefer a softer look, a cotton-blend yarn works well too—just avoid fuzzy or loosely spun yarns, as they can blur the design and wear faster with use.

Finished size

The finished coaster measures 4 inches wide by 4.5 inches tall (approximately 10 × 11 cm).

Teal crochet flower coaster with a white daisy and yellow center, styled under a mug to show size and use as a drink coaster

Gauge

Gauge is not critical for this pattern. As long as your stitches are even and your finished coaster measures close to the listed size, your project will work just fine.

Crochet abbreviations

ch = chain
st = stitch
sl st = slip stitch
sc = single crochet

Pattern notes

Follow the graph or the written row instructions.
Each square on the graph equals one single crochet stitch.
Read odd rows from right to left (→) and even rows from left to right (←).
Carry your unused yarn along the row using tapestry crochet technique.
You can finish the coaster with a border, with fringe, or with both—see the finishing sections below to choose your preferred option.
The pattern is written in US crochet terms.

How to change colors in tapestry crochet

To change yarn colors, work the last yarn-over of the stitch before the color change with the new color. This sets you up to crochet the next stitch in the correct shade.

Vertical layout of crochet flower coasters made with tapestry crochet, each showing a daisy design in bright spring colors with fringe edges

Crochet flower coaster pattern instructions

Make the coaster using the graph or the written instructions below, whichever you prefer.

Row 1

Chain 21. Work 1 single crochet in the 2nd chain from the hook and in each chain across. You will have 20 stitches in Row 1.

Graph

Download and print the crochet flower coaster pattern graph.

Written instructions

← Row 1: blue x 20
→ Row 2: blue x 10, white x 4, blue x 6
← Row 3: blue x 5, white x 6, blue x 2, white x 3, blue x 4
→ Row 4: blue x 3, white x 5, blue x 1, white x 6, blue x 5
← Row 5: blue x 5, white x 12, blue x 3
→ Row 6: blue x 3, white x 11, blue x 1, white x 2, blue x 3
← Row 7: blue x 1, white x 16, blue x 3
→ Row 8: blue x 4, white x 15, blue x 1
← Row 9: blue x 1, white x 7, yellow x 4, white x 5, blue x 3
→ Row 10: blue x 1, white x 7, yellow x 4, white x 7, blue x 1
← Row 11: blue x 1, white x 7, yellow x 4, white x 7, blue x 1
→ Row 12: blue x 1, white x 7, yellow x 4, white x 5, blue x 3
← Row 13: blue x 4, white x 15, blue x 1
→ Row 14: blue x 1, white x 16, blue x 3
← Row 15: blue x 3, white x 11, blue x 1, white x 3, blue x 2
→ Row 16: blue x 5, white x 12, blue x 3
← Row 17: blue x 3, white x 5, blue x 1, white x 6, blue x 5
→ Row 18: blue x 5, white x 6, blue x 2, white x 3, blue x 4
← Row 19: blue x 10, white x 4, blue x 6
→ Row 20: blue x 20

Border and fringe options

You can finish your coaster with a border, with fringe, or with both—it’s completely up to you.

Border only gives the coaster a clean, polished look
Fringe only creates a relaxed, modern mug rug style
Border + fringe together adds structure while keeping a soft, textured finish

If you choose to use both, work the border first, then add fringe along the short sides.

Adding a border

For a clean, finished edge, work a simple single crochet border around the coaster.

With your border color, attach yarn in any corner.
Single crochet evenly around the coaster, working 3 single crochet stitches in each corner.
Join, fasten off, and weave in ends using a yarn needle.

If you’d like to add fringe instead of (or in addition to) a border, scroll down to the fringe instructions below.

Adding fringe

For a relaxed, modern look, you can add fringe to turn your coaster into a mug rug.

Cut yarn into 6-inch (15 cm) strips.
Fold each strip in half.
Use your hook to pull the folded loop through a stitch along one short edge.
Pull the loose ends through the loop and tighten.
Repeat along both short sides of the coaster.
Trim the fringe to even it out.

This finishing option adds texture and gives the crochet flower coaster pattern a casual, handmade feel that works well for gifts and craft fairs.

Finishing

Fasten off and weave in all remaining ends using a yarn needle. If needed, gently straighten the edges and fringe by hand or lightly block the coaster so it lays flat. Your crochet flower coaster is now ready to use, gift, or display.

Four crochet flower coasters featuring a white daisy with yellow center, shown in pink, orange, teal, and purple backgrounds with fringe

Frequently asked questions

Is this crochet flower coaster pattern beginner-friendly?
This pattern is best for advanced beginners. You’ll need to know single crochet stitches and be comfortable changing colors.

What crochet technique does this pattern use?
The flower design is created using tapestry crochet, where colors are changed within the row to form the image.

Do I have to use fringe?
No. Fringe is optional. You can finish the coaster with a border only, fringe only, or both.

What type of yarn works best for coasters?
A smooth worsted weight cotton or cotton-blend yarn works best. Cotton holds its shape, absorbs moisture, and handles heat better than acrylic.

Can I change the colors of the flower or background?
Yes. This pattern is easy to customize with different color combinations to match your décor or seasonal themes.

Will my coaster be washable?
Yes. When made with cotton yarn, the coaster can be gently machine washed or hand washed and laid flat to dry.

Can I sell finished coasters made from this pattern?
Yes, you may sell finished items made from this pattern. Please do not share, copy, or redistribute the pattern itself.

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