{"id":871,"date":"2025-06-24T03:25:50","date_gmt":"2025-06-24T03:25:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/khflix.net\/?p=871"},"modified":"2025-06-24T03:25:51","modified_gmt":"2025-06-24T03:25:51","slug":"%f0%9f%a7%b6-how-to-crochet-a-coaster-supla-square-detailed-pattern-tutorial","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/khflix.net\/?p=871","title":{"rendered":"\ud83e\uddf6 How To Crochet a Coaster (Supla) \u2013 Square Detailed Pattern Tutorial"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A coaster &#8220;supla&#8221; is a lovely way to add a bit of handmade charm to your table setting. The term &#8220;supla&#8221; (from Portuguese &#8220;sousplat&#8221;) typically refers to a placemat, so a &#8220;coaster supla&#8221; is like a mini placemat for your cup, giving it a more substantial and decorative base than a simple coaster. Let&#8217;s create a beautiful <strong>crochet coaster supla in a square pattern<\/strong>! This detailed tutorial will guide you through each step, making it accessible for crocheters of various skill levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"838\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/khflix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crochettech.com-5-7-838x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-874\" style=\"width:960px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/khflix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crochettech.com-5-7-838x1024.jpg 838w, https:\/\/khflix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crochettech.com-5-7-245x300.jpg 245w, https:\/\/khflix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crochettech.com-5-7-768x939.jpg 768w, https:\/\/khflix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crochettech.com-5-7.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 838px) 100vw, 838px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Crochet a Coaster Supla Square Pattern<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This pattern creates a sturdy, elegant square coaster supla that&#8217;s perfect for holding your favorite mug or small decorative items. It&#8217;s a great way to practice your basic stitches and achieve a polished, functional piece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This pattern is well-suited for those with some basic crochet experience. You&#8217;ll need to be comfortable with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Chain (ch):<\/strong> The foundation of most crochet projects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Slip Stitch (sl st):<\/strong> Used for joining and to move across stitches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Single Crochet (sc):<\/strong> A compact, dense stitch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Half Double Crochet (hdc):<\/strong> A stitch taller than sc but shorter than dc, offering good density.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Double Crochet (dc):<\/strong> A taller stitch that works up quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Working in <strong>rows:<\/strong> Crocheting back and forth to build a flat piece.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Counting stitches and rows:<\/strong> Essential for maintaining the square shape.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understanding <strong>turning chains:<\/strong> How they count (or don&#8217;t count) as stitches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Finished Coaster Supla Dimensions (Approximate):<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your finished square coaster supla will typically measure around <strong>6-7 inches (15-18 cm)<\/strong> per side. This can vary slightly based on your yarn thickness, hook size, and personal tension.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Materials You&#8217;ll Need:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To make your beautiful coaster supla, gather the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Yarn:<\/strong> Approximately <strong>50-70 yards (45-65 meters)<\/strong> of <strong>Worsted Weight (Medium #4) Cotton Yarn<\/strong>.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Why Cotton?<\/strong> Cotton yarn is highly recommended for coasters and suplas because it&#8217;s absorbent (great for condensation), durable, and heat-resistant. Acrylic yarn can melt if exposed to very hot temperatures, so cotton is the safer and more practical choice for a hot beverage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Color Choices:<\/strong> You can use one solid color for a classic, clean look, or choose two or three complementary colors to create stripes or a subtle border effect.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Crochet Hook:<\/strong> <strong>Size H\/5.0mm<\/strong>. This is a common hook size for worsted weight yarn and should give you a good balance of firmness and drape for your supla. If your stitches feel too tight or too loose, adjust your hook size up or down accordingly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Yarn Needle (Tapestry Needle):<\/strong> This blunt-tipped needle is essential for seamlessly weaving in all your loose yarn tails at the end, giving your supla a professional and tidy finish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scissors:<\/strong> For cutting your yarn.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gauge:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For a square coaster supla, achieving the correct gauge is quite important to ensure your piece is square and lies flat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>In double crochet:<\/strong> Aim for approximately <strong>13 dc and 8 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>To check your gauge:<\/strong>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Chain 15.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dc in the 4th chain from your hook, and then dc in each chain across. You should have 13 dc stitches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work 8 rows of dc (ch 3, turn, dc in each st across).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Measure your swatch. If it&#8217;s smaller than 4&#215;4 inches, try a larger hook. If it&#8217;s larger, try a smaller hook.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"838\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/khflix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crochettech.com-4-10-838x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-873\" style=\"width:960px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/khflix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crochettech.com-4-10-838x1024.jpg 838w, https:\/\/khflix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crochettech.com-4-10-245x300.jpg 245w, https:\/\/khflix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crochettech.com-4-10-768x939.jpg 768w, https:\/\/khflix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crochettech.com-4-10.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 838px) 100vw, 838px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Abbreviations Used in This Pattern:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>ch:<\/strong> chain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>sl st:<\/strong> slip stitch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>sc:<\/strong> single crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>hdc:<\/strong> half double crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>dc:<\/strong> double crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>st(s):<\/strong> stitch(es)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>sp:<\/strong> space<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ch-sp:<\/strong> chain space<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>rep:<\/strong> repeat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>FO:<\/strong> fasten off<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>():<\/strong> repeat instructions within parentheses a specified number of times.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>[]:<\/strong> indicates the total number of stitches at the end of a specific row.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Let&#8217;s Crochet Your Coaster Supla Square Pattern!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This pattern builds the square from a starting chain, working back and forth in rows, and incorporating corners to maintain the shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Part 1: Starting the Square Base<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For this section, use your chosen main color (e.g., Color A).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Foundation Chain:<\/strong><strong>Ch 27<\/strong>.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This chain length will give you approximately 6-7 inches in width. If you desire a larger or smaller supla, adjust this number. For a double crochet base, you&#8217;ll generally want to start with a chain that&#8217;s a multiple of your stitch pattern plus turning chains. For this pattern, 27 chains will yield 25 usable stitches (after accounting for the turning chain that counts as a stitch).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Row 1:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Dc<\/strong> in the 4th chain from your hook. (The skipped 3 chains count as your first dc stitch).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dc<\/strong> in each chain across until the end of the row.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>[You should have 25 dc stitches, including the starting ch-3.]<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ch 3, turn.<\/strong> (This ch-3 counts as the first dc of the next row).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Row 2:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Dc<\/strong> in the next stitch (not the one directly below your ch-3, but the next one).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dc<\/strong> in each stitch across to the end of the row.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>[You should still have 25 dc stitches.]<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ch 3, turn.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Continue Rows:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Repeat <strong>Row 2<\/strong> until your square base measures approximately <strong>6 inches (15 cm)<\/strong> or matches the width you achieved from your starting chain. For most tensions, this will be around <strong>15-16 rows<\/strong> in total.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your last row should end with a dc in the top of the ch-3 from the previous row.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do NOT fasten off<\/strong> after the last row if you plan to add a border.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/khflix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crochettech.com-6-8-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-872\" srcset=\"https:\/\/khflix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crochettech.com-6-8-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/khflix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crochettech.com-6-8-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/khflix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crochettech.com-6-8-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/khflix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crochettech.com-6-8-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/khflix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crochettech.com-6-8.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Part 2: Adding a Border (Recommended for a Finished Look)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A border not only gives your coaster supla a neat, professional, and complete look but also helps to square up any slight imperfections in your rows. You can use the same color as your base or introduce a new color for a contrasting edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to Join New Color (if desired for border):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you&#8217;re changing colors, cut your working yarn, leaving a 4-inch tail.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join your new color with a <strong>sl st<\/strong> into any corner stitch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Border Round 1 (Single Crochet Base):<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>With your chosen border color, <strong>ch 1<\/strong> (does NOT count as a stitch).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work <strong>single crochet (sc)<\/strong> stitches evenly around all four sides of the square. Here&#8217;s how to manage the sides and corners:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Along the <strong>top and bottom edges<\/strong> (the starting chain and the last row): Work <strong>1 sc<\/strong> into the top of each dc stitch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Along the <strong>side edges<\/strong> (the raw edges of your rows): Work approximately <strong>1 sc per dc row<\/strong>. Aim to distribute them evenly. For instance, if you have 15 rows of dc, try to work 15 sc along that side. This will create a smooth edge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In each of the <strong>four corners:<\/strong> Work <strong>3 sc<\/strong> into the same stitch or corner space. This allows the corner to turn neatly without pulling or puckering.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When you reach the starting point of this round, <strong>sl st<\/strong> into the first sc to join.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Border Round 2 (Decorative Border &#8211; Example with Half Double Crochet):<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ch 2<\/strong> (counts as first hdc).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work <strong>half double crochet (hdc)<\/strong> stitches in each sc around the entire supla.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In each of the <strong>four corners:<\/strong> Work <strong>3 hdc<\/strong> into the middle sc of the 3-sc corner cluster from the previous round. This continues to define your corners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sl st<\/strong> into the top of the beginning ch-2 to join.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Optional: Add More Border Rounds:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can repeat <strong>Border Round 2<\/strong> for a wider border, or experiment with other stitches like double crochet for a different texture. A simple sc edging (ch 1, sc in each st around, 3 sc in corners) for the very last round creates a clean, firm finish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Part 3: Finishing Your Coaster Supla<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fasten Off:<\/strong> After completing your final border round (or the last body row if you skipped the border), cut your yarn, leaving a 6-inch tail. Yarn over and pull the tail completely through the loop on your hook to secure the last stitch. Gently tug to tighten.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Weave in All Ends:<\/strong> This is a critical step for a professional and durable coaster supla.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Thread each yarn tail onto your <strong>yarn needle<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carefully weave them through several stitches of the <strong>same color<\/strong> on the <strong>back side<\/strong> of your supla. Try to go through the middle of the stitches to fully hide the tails. Weave in one direction for a few stitches, then change direction slightly and weave back through a few more stitches (this locks the tail in place and prevents it from unraveling).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take your time with this to ensure your supla looks neat, won&#8217;t unravel with use or washing, and the tails are completely invisible from the front.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Optional: Blocking:<\/strong> For a truly professional finish, especially if your supla seems a bit wavy or uneven, consider blocking it.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gently wet the supla (you can run it under cool water or spray it).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carefully squeeze out any excess water (do NOT wring it aggressively, as this can distort the stitches).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lay the supla flat on a clean, dry surface or a foam blocking mat. Gently shape it into a perfect square, making sure the edges are straight and the corners are well-defined.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pin it in place if needed using rust-proof pins.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allow it to air dry completely. Blocking helps open up your stitches, relaxes the yarn, and ensures your supla lies perfectly flat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ve now created a beautiful and functional <strong>crochet coaster supla square pattern<\/strong>! This piece is sure to add a lovely handmade touch to your table settings. Consider making a set in different colors to complement various occasions or seasons. What other crochet projects are you excited to try next?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Wbt8Mk5yOMI\">Tutorial Pattern<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"So Beautiful And So Easy \ud83e\udd70 How To Crochet a Coaster Supla \u2714 \u00c7ok Kolay T\u0131\u011f \u0130\u015fi Supla Bardak Altl\u0131\u011f\u0131.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Wbt8Mk5yOMI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A coaster &#8220;supla&#8221; is a lovely way to add a bit of handmade charm to your table setting. 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