Create Beautiful Crochet Sunflower Coasters

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Materials Needed
3. Round One
4. Round Two
5. Round Three
6. Round Four
7. Changing Yarn Color
8. Round Five
9. Round Six
10. Finishing Touches
11. Conclusion

Introduction

Welcome to this tutorial on how to crochet a beautiful sunflower coaster. This coaster is perfect for the summer season and makes a great gift for teachers or anyone you appreciate. If you're interested in the written pattern, you can find it on my website, Yarnbull Crochet. I'll also be sharing updates on my Instagram, so be sure to follow me there. Let's get started with the materials you'll need.

Materials Needed

To crochet the sunflower coaster, you will need the following materials:

• 100% cotton yarn (Peaches and Cream yarn recommended)
• Crochet hook (4mm)
• Scissors
• Optional: Handmade wooden tags for decoration

Now that you have your materials ready, let's start crocheting!

Round One

1. Create a magic ring and work a chain one. This chain one does not count as a stitch.
2. Work 12 half double crochet (hdc) stitches on the magic ring.
3. Close the round by working a slip stitch on top of the starting hdc.
4. Tighten the magic ring and secure it with a knot.

Round Two

1. Work a chain one. This chain one does not count as a stitch.
2. Work 2 hdc stitches on each stitch around.
3. Close the round by working a slip stitch on top of the starting hdc.
4. You should have 24 hdc stitches at the end of this round.

Round Three

1. Work a chain one. This chain one does not count as a stitch.
2. Work 1 hdc in one stitch, then work 2 hdc in the next stitch.
3. Repeat this pattern around.
4. You should have 36 hdc stitches at the end of this round.

Round Four

1. Work a chain one. This chain one does not count as a stitch.
2. Work 1 hdc in each of the next two stitches, then work 2 hdc in the next stitch.
3. Repeat this pattern around.
4. You should have 48 hdc stitches at the end of this round.

Changing Yarn Color

1. Change the yarn color to gold (mustard yellow).
2. Work a chain three. This chain three is considered as your first double crochet (dc).
3. Work 1 more dc on the same stitch.
4. Work a chain two.
5. Work 2 more dc on the same stitch.
6. This completes your first cluster stitch.
7. Skip three stitches and repeat the cluster stitch on the fourth stitch.
8. Continue repeating this pattern around.
9. Close the round by working a slip stitch on top of the starting chain three.

Round Five

1. Work a chain one. This chain one does not count as a stitch.
2. Work 1 single crochet between the two clusters of the previous round.
3. In the chain two space of the cluster, work 3 dc, 1 picot stitch (chain three, slip stitch on top of the third dc).
4. Work 3 more dc on the same chain two space.
5. Repeat this pattern around.
6. Close the round by working a slip stitch on top of the starting single crochet.

Round Six

1. Work a chain one. This chain one does not count as a stitch.
2. Work 1 single crochet between the clusters of the previous round.
3. In the chain two space of the cluster, work 3 dc, 1 picot stitch (chain three, slip stitch on top of the third dc), 3 dc.
4. Repeat this pattern around.
5. Close the round by working a slip stitch on top of the starting single crochet.

Finishing Touches

1. Fasten off and weave in the ends.
2. Optionally, attach a handmade wooden tag for decoration.
3. Snip off any excess yarn.

Congratulations! Your sunflower coaster is now complete. This coaster makes for a quick and thoughtful gift, especially during teacher appreciation week. If you'd like the written pattern, you can find it on my blog. Don't forget to follow me on Instagram for project updates and fun reels. Thank you for watching and happy crocheting!

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we learned how to crochet a beautiful sunflower coaster. We went through the step-by-step process, from round one to round six, and added finishing touches to complete the coaster. This pattern is perfect for the summer season and makes a great gift for teachers or anyone you appreciate. Remember to have fun and get creative with your color choices. Happy crocheting!

Highlights

• Learn how to crochet a sunflower coaster
• Perfect for summer and as a gift for teachers
• Written pattern available on Yarnbull Crochet website
• Follow on Instagram for project updates and fun reels

FAQ

Q: Can I use a different type of yarn for this project? A: Yes, you can use any type of yarn, but it's recommended to use 100% cotton yarn for the best results.

Q: How long does it take to crochet a sunflower coaster? A: The time it takes to crochet a sunflower coaster will vary depending on your skill level and crochet speed, but it can be completed in a couple of hours.

Q: Can I customize the size of the coaster? A: Yes, you can adjust the size of the coaster by using a smaller or larger crochet hook and adjusting the number of stitches in each round accordingly.

Q: Can I sell the sunflower coasters I make? A: Yes, you can sell the sunflower coasters you make. Just make sure to credit the original pattern/source if you are selling the finished product online.

Q: Can I make multiple sunflower coasters with one skein of yarn? A: It depends on the size of the skein and the tension of your crochet stitches. It's recommended to have extra yarn on hand to ensure you have enough for all the coasters you want to make.