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Looking to brighten up your home with a touch of handmade charm? Our Sunflower Coaster Crochet Pattern is the perfect project! In this guide, you’ll learn:
- Materials and tools needed
- Step-by-step instructions
- Special stitches explained
- Why cotton yarn is the best choice
- Gift ideas and customization tips
Let’s dive in and create some sunny coasters that will add a splash of color and personality to any space!
Bring Sunshine Indoors with Sunflower Coasters
Hello, yarn addicts! If you’re looking for a fun, quick project that brings a bit of sunshine into your home, this sunflower coaster crochet pattern is just for you. At Crochet Chronicles, we believe in creating beautiful, functional items that add a personal touch to your space. Sunflowers, with their bright and cheerful demeanor, are the perfect motif to brighten any room.
How to Crochet a Sunflower Coaster
This Sunflower Coaster Crochet Pattern is worked in joined rounds. The center features a simple half double crochet, followed by a textured round of popcorn stitches, and then finished with beautiful petals. It’s a delightful pattern that’s sure to bring joy every time you see it.
What is the Best Yarn to Use for Crochet Coasters?
For coasters, cotton yarn is the best choice. It’s durable, absorbent, handles heat well, and is easy to wash. At Crochet Chronicles, we recommend using DK weight cotton yarn for its excellent performance and lovely finish. You can also have a look at Sarahmaker for more info.
Materials You Will Need
- DK weight cotton yarn in dark brown and yellow (we used Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK in Coffee Bean and Buttercup Yellow)
- 3mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle and scissors
Abbreviations (US Terms)
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
| ch | chain |
| hdc | half double crochet |
| hdc-inc | half double crochet increase |
| sc | single crochet |
| pc | popcorn stitch |
| dc | double crochet |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| sk | skip |
| st/s | stitch/es |
| (…) | stitch count at end of round |
| […] | repeat instructions in brackets |
Special Stitches
Popcorn Stitch (pc): Work 5 dc stitches in the same stitch. Remove your hook from the last dc and insert it under both loops of the first dc. Grab the dropped loop with your hook and pull it through the stitch. Ch 1 to close.
Picot: Ch 2, sc in 2nd ch from hook.
Finished Size
The finished coaster measures approximately 4.75″ x 4.75″ (12cm x 12cm). Size may vary depending on tension and materials used.
Gauge
- 3.25″ (8.5cm) across after R7.
- Adjust hook size if necessary to meet the gauge.
Pattern Instructions
Sunflower (starting in dark brown)
- R1: Make a magic ring, Ch 1, 8 hdc in magic ring, sl st to first hdc (8)
- R2: Ch 1, [hdc-inc] x8, sl st to first hdc (16)
- R3: Ch 1, [hdc, hdc-inc] x8, sl st to first hdc (24)
- R4: Ch 1, hdc, hdc-inc, [2 hdc, hdc-inc] x7, hdc, sl st to first hdc (32)
- R5: Ch 1, [3 hdc, hdc-inc] x8, sl st to first hdc (40)
- R6: 2 hdc, hdc-inc, [4 hdc, hdc-inc] x7, 2 hdc, sl st to first hdc (48)
- R7: [5 hdc, hdc-inc] x8, change to yellow in last hdc, sl st to first hdc (56)
- At this point, your coaster should measure 3.25″ across. Adjust hook size if necessary.
Petals (in yellow)
- R8: Ch 1, [sc, pc] x28, sl st to first sc (28 sc, 28 pc)
- R9: [Sk pc, [hdc, 2 dc, picot, 2 dc, hdc] in sc st, sk pc, sl st in next st] x14 – the last sl st is made into the closing sl st from R8 (14 petals)
Fasten off and weave in ends. You may block your coaster if you wish, but it’s not necessary. Simply tug and shape each petal into place.
Why You’ll Love This Sunflower Coaster Crochet Pattern
| Feature | Benefit |
| Giftable | Perfect for housewarmings, birthdays, and more. |
| Quick & Easy | Great for those with limited time. |
| Relaxing | A low-focus project ideal for relaxation. |
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