- LevelBeginner
- Time30 minutes
- SizeAbout 4 in / 10 cm across
- Hook5 mm
Four rounds and you have a coaster. It is a good way to learn the magic ring and flat circles before you try a hat.
What you need
- Yarn: Medium (4) worsted cotton, Cotton. About 25 yd / 23 m, 1 or 2 colours.
- Hook: 5 mm (H-8) hook
- Stitch marker
- Yarn needle
Gauge and size
Gauge: After Round 2 the circle is about 2.5 in / 6 cm across.
Finished size: About 4 in / 10 cm across
Abbreviations used
| Pattern says | It means | UK pattern says |
|---|---|---|
MR | magic ring | MR |
ch | chain | ch |
dc | double crochet | tr |
sc | single crochet | dc |
sl st | slip stitch | sl st |
st(s) | stitch(es) | st(s) |
Before you start
- The ch 2 at the start of a round does not count as a stitch. Join to the first real dc.
- If it ruffles, your stitches are loose: go down a hook size.
The pattern
Each step is in plain words first. The short pattern words are under it, so you can learn to read both. Written in US terms.
- Round 1Make a magic ring. Chain 2, then make 12 double crochets into the ring. Pull the tail to close the hole, then slip stitch into the first double crochet to join the round. You should now have 12 stitches.Pattern words:
Round 1: Make a magic ring. Ch 2, 12 dc in the ring. Pull the ring closed and sl st to the first dc. (12 dc)UK terms
Make a magic ring. Chain 2, then make 12 treble crochets into the ring. Pull the tail to close the hole, then slip stitch into the first treble crochet to join the round. You should now have 12 stitches.Round 1: Make a magic ring. Ch 2, 12 tr in the ring. Pull the ring closed and sl st to the first tr. (12 tr) - Round 2Chain 2. Make 2 double crochets into every stitch all the way around. Slip stitch into the first one to join. You should now have 24 stitches.Pattern words:
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around. Sl st to first dc. (24 dc)UK terms
Chain 2. Make 2 treble crochets into every stitch all the way around. Slip stitch into the first one to join. You should now have 24 stitches.Round 2: Ch 2, 2 tr in each st around. Sl st to first tr. (24 tr) - Round 3Chain 2. Now take turns all the way around: 1 double crochet in the next stitch, then 2 double crochets in the stitch after it. Slip stitch to the first stitch. You should now have 36 stitches.Pattern words:
Round 3: Ch 2, *dc in next st, 2 dc in next st; rep from * around. Sl st to first dc. (36 dc)UK terms
Chain 2. Now take turns all the way around: 1 treble crochet in the next stitch, then 2 treble crochets in the stitch after it. Slip stitch to the first stitch. You should now have 36 stitches.Round 3: Ch 2, *tr in next st, 2 tr in next st; rep from * around. Sl st to first tr. (36 tr) - Round 4Chain 1. Make 1 single crochet in every stitch around, then slip stitch into the first one. You should still have 36 stitches.Pattern words:
Round 4: Ch 1, sc in each st around. Sl st to first sc. (36 sc)UK terms
Chain 1. Make 1 double crochet in every stitch around, then slip stitch into the first one. You should still have 36 stitches.Round 4: Ch 1, dc in each st around. Sl st to first dc. (36 dc) - Cut the yarn, pull the end through the last loop, and sew in the ends.Pattern words:
Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Stitches in this pattern
Not sure about one? Each link has plain steps.
Questions
Is the Round Coaster pattern free?
Yes. The full pattern is on this page, and it is also free in the Crochet Counter app, where you can follow it with a row counter.
What yarn do I need for the round coaster?
Medium (4) worsted cotton, cotton. You need about 25 yd / 23 m.
How long does it take?
About 30 minutes for a relaxed beginner.
Is it written in US or UK terms?
The pattern is written in US terms. Tap "UK terms" under any step to see it with UK names. In the app you can switch the whole pattern to UK terms in Settings.
Keep count with Crochet Counter
Round Coaster is one of 14 free patterns in the app. Start it as a project and the row counter follows the steps for you. The core app is free, has no ads and needs no account. Pro is optional.
