๐Ÿงถ Beautiful Four-Color Crochet Coaster (Step-by-Step)

Absolutely! Here’s a detailed, beginner-friendly guide on how to make a beautiful crochet coaster using four colors. This is a great project to practice color changes and create something eye-catching and functional.

๐Ÿงถ How to Make a Beautiful Four-Color Crochet Coaster (Step-by-Step)

Crochet coasters are fun, quick, and customizable. This pattern uses four different colors to create a vibrant, layered design โ€” like a flower or mandala โ€” thatโ€™s perfect for adding style to your table.

โœจ Materials Youโ€™ll Need

ItemDescription
YarnCotton yarn (recommended for coasters) โ€“ 4 colors (worsted weight #4)
Hook4.0 mm (G/6) or size recommended for your yarn
ScissorsFor cutting yarn
Yarn needleFor weaving in ends
Stitch markersOptional, for marking rounds

๐ŸŽจ Color Suggestions

Letโ€™s call your yarn colors:

  • Color A โ€“ Center (e.g., yellow)
  • Color B โ€“ First ring (e.g., pink)
  • Color C โ€“ Outer ring (e.g., teal)
  • Color D โ€“ Border (e.g., white or black for contrast)

Feel free to substitute your favorite colors.

๐Ÿงต Stitches & Abbreviations

  • ch โ€“ chain
  • sl st โ€“ slip stitch
  • sc โ€“ single crochet
  • hdc โ€“ half double crochet
  • dc โ€“ double crochet
  • tr โ€“ treble crochet
  • st(s) โ€“ stitch(es)
  • sp โ€“ space

๐ŸŒผ Step-by-Step Crochet Pattern (Round Coaster)

๐Ÿ”ธ Round 1 โ€“ Center Circle (Color A)

  1. Start with a magic ring (or ch 4, join to form a ring).
  2. Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), work 11 dc into the ring.
  3. Join with a sl st to top of ch-3. (12 dc total)
  4. Fasten off and change to Color B.

๐Ÿ”ธ Round 2 โ€“ Petal Base (Color B)

  1. Join Color B in any stitch.
  2. Ch 1, then (1 hdc, ch 1) in each stitch around.
  3. Sl st to first hdc to join. (12 hdc, 12 ch-1 spaces)
  4. Fasten off and switch to Color C.

๐Ÿ”ธ Round 3 โ€“ Shells (Color C)

  1. Join Color C in any ch-1 space.
  2. (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) in each ch-1 space around โ€“ these are your “shells”.
  3. Sl st to the top of first dc to join. (12 shells)
  4. Fasten off and switch to Color D.

๐Ÿ”ธ Round 4 โ€“ Border & Shape (Color D)

  1. Join Color D in any ch-1 space between shells.
  2. (1 sc in space, ch 3, 1 sc in next space) โ€“ repeat around.
  3. Sl st to join and fasten off.

This creates a lace-like edge and finishes the coaster beautifully.

๐Ÿ“ Finished Size

  • With worsted weight yarn and a 4 mm hook, your coaster will be about 4.5โ€“5 inches in diameter.
  • Use DK yarn for a smaller, finer version.

๐Ÿงบ Care Tips

  • Use 100% cotton yarn for durability and heat resistance.
  • Hand wash or machine wash cold, lay flat to dry.

โœจ Design Variations

  • Switch color order for a new look on each coaster.
  • Use metallic yarn for one round for a bit of sparkle.
  • Add an extra round of reverse sc (crab stitch) for a rope-like edge.

โœ… Quick Summary

StepActionColor Used
R1Magic ring + 12 dcColor A
R2hdc + ch-1 in each stitchColor B
R3Shells (2dc, ch1, 2dc)Color C
R4Sc + ch-3 borderColor D

Would you like a PDF version of this pattern or a photo tutorial? I can also help you design a matching set or turn this motif into a larger project like a placemat or wall hanging.

Let me know how you’d like to continue!

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