Sunlit Spiral Coasters Free Pattern

Sunlit Spiral Coasters Free Pattern

Introduction

Brighten up your summer gatherings with these delightful Sunlit Spiral Coasters. Featuring a vibrant swirl of colors, these coasters are perfect for adding a touch of handmade charm to your table setting. Not only are they functional, but they also serve as a beautiful decorative element that showcases your crochet skills. Let’s dive into this fun and colorful project!

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Cotton DK weight yarn in three colors: sunny yellow, sky blue, and coral
• Hook: 3.5 mm crochet hook
• Gauge: 5 single crochets (sc) and 6 rows = 1 inch
• Scissors: For cutting yarn
• Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these detailed steps to create your own Sunlit Spiral Coasters:

1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring. Chain 1 (ch 1), then work 6 single crochets (sc) into the ring. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first sc. (You should have 6 stitches total)
2. Round 2: Chain 1, then work 2 single crochets in each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch. (You should have 12 stitches total)
3. Round 3: Chain 1, *single crochet in the next stitch, then 2 single crochets in the next stitch; repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch. (You should have 18 stitches total)
4. Round 4: Chain 1, *single crochet in the next 2 stitches, then 2 single crochets in the next stitch; repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch. (You should have 24 stitches total)
5. Round 5: Chain 1, *single crochet in the next 3 stitches, then 2 single crochets in the next stitch; repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch. (You should have 30 stitches total)
6. Round 6: Chain 1, *single crochet in the next 4 stitches, then 2 single crochets in the next stitch; repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch. (You should have 36 stitches total)
7. Round 7: Change to sky blue yarn. Chain 1, *single crochet in the next 5 stitches, then 2 single crochets in the next stitch; repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch. (You should have 42 stitches total)
8. Round 8: Chain 1, *single crochet in the next 6 stitches, then 2 single crochets in the next stitch; repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch. (You should have 48 stitches total)
9. Round 9: Change to coral yarn. Chain 1, *single crochet in the next 7 stitches, then 2 single crochets in the next stitch; repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch. (You should have 54 stitches total)
10. Round 10: Chain 1, *single crochet in the next 8 stitches, then 2 single crochets in the next stitch; repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch. (You should have 60 stitches total)
11. Finishing: Fasten off the yarn and weave in any loose ends using a tapestry needle. Your coaster should now be approximately 5 inches in diameter, with a vibrant spiral pattern and a slightly raised edge to catch condensation.

Enjoy your beautiful, handmade Sunlit Spiral Coasters! These coasters are not only practical but also a wonderful way to showcase your crochet skills at your next summer gathering.