Crochet Mandala Coaster

Creating Crochet Mandala Coasters is a delightful way to add a touch of charm to your home decor while also being practical. These intricate and colorful coasters are not only fun to make but also make for a lovely handmade gift for friends and family. With just a few crochet stitches, you can whip up a set of these little beauties to protect your tabletops in style.

Materials

• 3.5 mm crochet hook
• DK yarn, lightweight yarn number 3
• Needle
• Scissors

Pattern

Round 1: Starting Your Mandala

Begin with a magic circle.

Chain 3 (this counts as one double crochet).

Make 12 double crochets in total within the magic circle.

Join. Slip stitch to the top of the chain 3.

Finish. Chain one and cut the yarn.

Round 2: Expanding Your Mandala

Expand. Make 2 double crochets in each of the 12 stitches from the previous round.

Total Stitches. You should have 24 stitches by the end of this round.

Round 3: Adding Texture

Create Texture. Make 3 single crochets in between each of the 2 double crochets from the previous round.

Round 4: Shaping

Pattern Development. Single crochet in the first single crochet from Round 3, then chain one and skip the next one. Repeat this pattern all the way around.

Round 5: Final Touches

Volume. Make 3 single crochets in each space created by the chain one gaps in Round 4, without additional chains or spacing between.

Finish. Slip stitch to the first single crochet, chain one, and cut your yarn.

Finalizing Your Coaster

Secure Ends. Weave in any loose ends.

Label. Attach a label with the size and care instructions to ensure longevity and maintenance of the coaster.

Additional Tips

• Color Variations. Personalize your coasters with your favorite colors of yarn.
• Size Adjustments. Alter the number of stitches in each round to make the coasters any size you prefer.