Looking for pretty, practical and washable coasters that protect your tables in style?
These soft crochet flower coasters are worked in a classic circular motif with a creamy centre and gently scalloped petals. Available in a range of lovely pastel shades, they add a fresh handmade touch to any coffee table, dining table or desk.
Description
Each coaster is crocheted in the round from the centre outward, beginning with a solid cream or off-white circle and then expanding into a ring of soft, rounded petals. The petal edge is created with a simple shell or scallop stitch that gives every coaster a delicate flower-like appearance.
The set shown includes several beautiful colours:
- Soft sage green
- Powder blue
- Blush pink
- Mustard yellow
- Natural beige
The dense single-crochet centre provides good absorption and heat protection, while the slightly raised petal edge adds both beauty and stability. Lightweight, quick to make and fully washable, these coasters are perfect for everyday use with coffee cups, tea mugs, glasses or small plant pots. They also make charming handmade gifts for housewarmings, birthdays or hostess presents.
Finished Size (approximate)
- Diameter: 11–13 cm / 4.25–5 in
- Thickness: approximately 0.5–0.7 cm / 0.2–0.3 in
- Designed to fit under standard mugs, cups and small glasses
Materials
- Yarn: DK or light worsted weight cotton (strongly recommended for absorbency and heat resistance)
- Centre: Cream / off-white
- Petals: Sage green, powder blue, blush pink, mustard yellow, beige, or any preferred colours
- Hook: 3.5 mm or 4.0 mm
- Notions: Tapestry needle, scissors, stitch marker
Abbreviations (US terms)
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- dc – double crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- sp – space
Pattern Notes
- Each coaster is worked in continuous rounds starting from the centre.
- The centre is made in solid single crochet (or a combination of single and double crochet) for a firm, absorbent base.
- The petal round is created with shell stitches (groups of double crochet) separated by chain spaces or slip stitches to form the scalloped flower edge.
- Colour changes are made at the end of the centre rounds before beginning the petal round.
- A consistent tension helps the coaster lie flat and keeps the petals evenly spaced.
- Cotton yarn is ideal because it absorbs moisture well, withstands heat from hot drinks, and is easy to wash.
Step-by-Step Overview
- Begin with a magic ring or small chain ring and work the solid cream centre in increasing rounds until it reaches the desired size.
- Change to the petal colour and work one round of shell stitches to create the flower edge.
- Fasten off and weave in all ends securely on the wrong side.
- Gently block or reshape the coaster so it lies completely flat and the petals are evenly rounded.
- Repeat for each colour to complete the set.
Care Instructions
Machine wash on a gentle cycle in cold water or hand wash with mild detergent.
Do not wring. Reshape the coasters while damp and lay flat to dry away from direct heat or sunlight.
Do not tumble dry or iron.
Cotton coasters become softer with washing while remaining strong and absorbent.
These handmade flower coasters are simple, useful and full of quiet charm — a lovely way to protect your surfaces while adding a touch of handmade colour to everyday moments.
