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    April 11, 2020

    Boho Crochet Coasters - free pattern + video tutorial

    Learn how to crochet a coaster with fringe! These modern Boho Coasters are easy and quick to crochet so they’re a perfect beginner crochet project! This free crochet coaster pattern also has a step-by-step video tutorial.

    quick easy fringe boho crochet coasters with white mug on top of beige coaster

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    Thank you to WeCrochet for providing the materials for this free crochet pattern!

    Elevate your crochet DIY home décor with these easy boho coasters! Crocheted using 2 strands of cotton yarn held together, you can whip up these coasters in no time! The unravelled fringe adds a fun boho feel that perfectly complements a warm mug of tea or a fruity, summery drink!

    Update: So many of you asked for detailed instructions for a medium sized crochet vase mat and a large dinner plate placemat so I’ve created another written pattern with the exact stitch counts, yarn estimates and measurements for 3 different sizes!

    easy crochet placemats and coasters for beginners free pattern

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    To create a sturdy and thick coaster, I used 2 strands of cotton aran yarn held together. You can use 2 strands of the same colour or mix it up for two tone/marled crochet coasters. The double strand technique means that they are such a quick and fun project that are perfect for any scrap cotton yarn you have lying around.

    These simple crochet coasters also make a great homemade Mother’s Day or Christmas gift! One skein of WeCrochet's Dishie Yarn only costs $2.99 and there's enough yarn to make 6 coasters!

    The coasters begin by crocheting a 6 single crochets into 1 chain. Placing all of the single crochets in the same stitch will make them ‘fan out’ and form a circle shape. We’ll then crochet in rounds, to form a spiral and increase the stitches until we reach the desired diameter.

    Gauge isn’t super important for this project but make sure that your tension is even. This will help to create a smooth circle shape (instead of a hexagon) and make the circle lay flat.

    Once we’ve crocheted the spiral we’ll level it off by crocheting a few slip stitches at the end to create a smooth edge. Fasten off and leave the tail – there’s absolutely no need to weave in the ends as we’ll use it for the fringe!

    3 easy crochet coasters and hot pads in grey, beige and cream cotton yarn

    When adding the fringe, I’ve found that the fastest way is to cut multiple strands at once and then add them to the coaster. It’s a lot quicker than cutting 1 strand at a time and you’ll get into a nice ‘work flow’. I used a crochet hook to pull the fringe through the coaster and then my fingers to pull the strands of yarn through the loops but some of you might find it quicker to use a crochet hook to pull the strands through the loop of yarn as well. (I just have very small hands haha).

    This crochet coaster pattern is so easy to customise and great for beginners! Simply extend the spiral to make the coaster as large or as small as you want. You could crochet boho place mats, hot pads, table mats, use it as a flower vase base mat – the options are endless! I might have gone a little crazy and made a huge range of these in a range of different sizes.

    Check out the Boho Fringe Placemat pattern!

    easy crochet coasters boho DIY home decor free pattern

    Design Inspiration

    I’ve been seeing these macramé coasters everywhere … Literally everywhere – Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube – does anyone else feel like once your phone thinks you like something it appears on every social media channel possible?!?

    Well in this case the internet was right haha and I did fall in love with them but since I have no idea how to macramé and I’d have to wait more than a week for macramé rope to arrive, I thought I’d try to make a crochet version 🙂 and I love how they turned out!

    knit picks wecrochet dishie yarn in linen clarity crochet hook free coaster pattern

    Yarn

    For the Boho Crochet Coasters, I used We Crochet’s Dishie Yarn in a variety of colours! The light grey shade is called ‘Clarity’ while the Beige/Tan shade is called ‘Linen’. The Dishie range includes 30 different solid shades from neutrals to pastels and brights and you can also find ‘Dishie Twist’ which is a range of shades that look like baker’s twine!

    Dishie is an incredible yarn for home décor as it’s a 100% cotton yarn that’s tightly spun, machine washable and dyer safe so it holds up well to daily use 🙂 The tight twist means that there’s no splitting (yay!) and one 100g skein makes 6 coasters. At only $2.99 a skein this is an incredible value as each coaster works out to only $0.50 cents!

    If you want to go on a crochet coaster making spree you can also get Dishie in a continuous 400g cone! 

    simple boho coaster free crochet pattern beginners

    For a bit of fun I tried to make this pattern with a different weight yarn and I think they look exactly the same (pictured above). The natural coloured coasters are crocheted with We Crochet’s Simply Organic Cotton Sport yarn. This 100% cotton yarn is soooo soft and plush so they’re not as stiff as the Dishie yarn coasters but you can barely tell the difference.

    Since Simply Organic Cotton is a sport/fine (2) yarn, I held 3 strands of yarn together at once to match the thickness. I even using the same size hook I was able to get the same size coaster with the same amount of stitches 🙂 (isn’t great when gauge matches effortlessly?) So, if you only have sport cotton lying around you can still make this pattern.

    You could probably use any combination of cotton yarn from sport to DK to aran to bulky but I’d just recommend that you hold at least 2 strands of yarn and adjust how many rounds your crochet to match the measurements of the coaster. This is the key to achieving the sturdy, macramé look or else the coaster will be a bit floppy and more like a doily.

    If you’re substituting WeCrochet’s Dishie yarn, to get the best results pick a tightly spun, quality cotton yarn that has ‘smooth’ strands. This will ensure that your fringe looks neat and full, like in the samples pictured. You’ll notice that some cotton yarns have ‘bumps’ or ‘knots’ in the fibres, these bumps will make the middle of the strands of cotton break off and your fringe will be uneven and a bit bedraggled!

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    Video Tutorial



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    *This pattern is one size with alteration instructions.

    *This crochet coaster is made from a spiral, that is levelled off and then fringe is added around the edges.

    *The spiral is worked in continuous rounds with a stitch marker indicating the 1st st of the round. At the end of a round, do NOT slip stitch into the 1st st to join.

    *When using aran/worsted/ yarn, crochet coaster holding two strands together.

    *If using sport/fine (2) yarn crochet coaster holding 3 strands together.

    *"SC 10" means SC into the next 10 stitches.

    *"2 SC" means place 2 SC into the same stitch.

    *The turning chain ch 1 does NOT count as a stitch.

    *Total stitches are indicated between < >.

    *This pattern uses US crochet terms.

    LEVEL: Beginner

    Materials

    Yarn – WeCrochet Dishie – Aran/Worsted/Medium (4), 174m/100g, 190yds/3.5oz, 100% Cotton, Linen and Clarity
    1 skein = 6 coastersapprox. 15g per coaster

    *You can also use a sport/fine (2) yarn. The natural coloured coasters use WeCrochet’s Simply Organic Cotton Sport Yarn.

    5.5mm (US I) Crochet Hook

    Scissors

    1 Stitch Marker/Safety Pin

    Stitches & Abbreviations

    Ch = Chain

    Sl st = Slip Stitch

    SC = Single Crochet

    St(s) = Stitch(es)

    Rep = Repeat

    SM = Stitch Marker

    MEASUREMENTS:
    Spiral diameter – 10cm/4” wide
    Coaster diameter (including fringe) – approx. 18cm/7” wide

    GAUGE: 10cm/4” square = 12.5 stitches wide x 12 rows tall
    *Gauge is not important for this pattern, rather crochet rounds until you reach your desired diameter.

    Boho Fringe Coasters Crochet Pattern

    FOUNDATION CHAIN: Ch 2.

    ROUND 1: SC into 2nd ch from hook (the ch by the slip knot) – place SM in 1st st, SC 5 into the same ch.
    <6>

    *Every time you crochet into the 1st st, remove the SM and replace the SM in the 1st st of the round.

    ROUND 2: 2SC in first st – remove SM and place in first st of the round, 2SC in each st around.
    <12>

    ROUND 3: *SC, 2SC; rep from * until end.
    <18>

    ROUND 4: *SC 2, 2SC; rep from * until end.
    <24>

    ROUND 5: *2SC, SC 3; rep from * until end.
    <30>

    ROUND 6: *SC 4, 2SC; rep from * around until 2 sts left <33 sts in round>, sl st 2, remove SM, sl st 3.
    <38>

    Coaster should measure approx. 10cm/4” across.
    If your coaster is too small refer ‘ALTERATION INSTRUCTIONS’.
    *You can also find the Boho Placemat Pattern here!

    Fasten off and leave a 5cm / 2” tail of yarn.
    *After fastening off, do not weave in your end. The end will be used as fringe 🙂

    how to crochet a spiral and finish ends

    Alteration Instructions

    If you want to increase the size of your coaster (or your gauge is slightly off) follow steps below.

    ROUND 6: *SC 4, 2SC; rep from * until end. For ROUND 7: rep *2SC, SC 5; until end. For ROUND 8: rep *SC 6, 2SC; until end. For ROUND 9: rep *2SC, SC 7; until end etc.

    Stitch count should increase by 6 sts after every round.

    Continue to increase until you reach your desired spiral diameter/width.

    To finish the spiral, in the final round, stop 2 sts before the SM. Sl st into the next 5 sts and fasten off.

    Fringe

    Turn your coaster so that the wrong side is facing you.

    Cut 2 strands of yarn 10cm/4” long.

    Insert hook into any st along edge of coaster.

    attach fringe to boho crochet coaster easy free pattern

    Hold ends of yarn together and place loop over crochet hook.

    Pull loop partially through st, grab ends and pull ends through the loop.

    boho coasters with fringe free crochet pattern

    Pull tight to secure.

    fringe on boho crochet coasters easy summer DIY

    Repeat for each st around the edge of the coaster.

    Trim fringe.

    You can either leave your fringe as is or unravel the fringe. To unravel the fringe, split the strands of yarn apart with your fingers or use a fine-tooth comb and run it through the strands of yarn to separate them.

    If you’re using a fine-tooth comb, brush through a few tassels at a time (it’s a lot easier than trying to comb out half the fringe at once).

    brush trim fringe on boho crochet coasters for beginners free pattern

    Trim around to even out fringe.

    Voilà! You’ve finished your Boho Crochet Coaster.

    Crochet more coasters or create a matching set with the Boho Crochet Placemat pattern!

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    Comments

    1. Lisa says

      April 28, 2020 at 4:04 pm

      These are so cute. I liked them so much that I made a set. Thank you for sharing the pattern. I wrote a blog post about mine and added a link back to you. I hope you do not mind.
      Lisa
      https://www.lifeawayfromtheofficechair.com/2020/04/crochet-boho-coasters.html

      Reply
    2. Vanna says

      May 30, 2020 at 11:49 am

      Hi! I have been making these coasters and absolutely love them! My only problem is I bought a yarn that I loved at our local craft store to make these and it does not fringe well with out just becoming fuzzy and tangled. I looked at the yarn you suggested and they don’t have the colors I want available. My question is do you know exactly what I need to look for in a yarn that will fringe well?

      Reply
      • Grace says

        June 01, 2020 at 6:14 am

        Hi Vanna, I'd suggest looking for a cotton yarn that is very tightly spun together and isn't super soft. Dishie is designed for homeware (not garments) so using another yarn made for homeware should work well! I hope this helps, Grace 🙂

        Reply
    3. Britt says

      May 30, 2020 at 8:53 pm

      I just made one of these--so cute! I spent hours unraveling the attached yarn to create the fringe, however. A fine-toothed comb wasn't fine enough. Any tips or tricks?

      Reply
      • Grace says

        June 01, 2020 at 6:12 am

        Hi Britt, I find that using a stainless steel comb works well since it's a lot stiffer and stronger than a plastic comb. Also trimming your fringe makes it easier for the comb to brush through it and brushing only a few strands at a time helps. Grace 🙂

        Reply
    4. Tania Ghaffari says

      June 11, 2020 at 7:37 pm

      Hi! I think these are adorable and would love to make them. I'm a first time crotchet-er and was wondering where I could find the video? It's easier for me to follow along to a video rather than the instructions! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Grace says

        June 12, 2020 at 10:37 pm

        Hi Tania,

        Thank you for your kind words! The video is right on this page under the title 'Video Tutorial'. You can also find video tutorials on youtube on my crochet account 'Forthefrills'.

        Grace 🙂

        Reply
        • Nora says

          January 16, 2021 at 6:40 pm

          FYI to others If you have an ad blocker enabled, you won't see the video. I had to deactivate my ad blocker to see it.

          Reply
    5. Nancy says

      June 15, 2020 at 7:20 pm

      About how long is the fringe?

      Reply
      • Grace says

        June 16, 2020 at 9:36 pm

        Hi Nancy,
        I used 10cm/4" strands of yarn so the fringe is about 4cm/1.5" long but you can trim it to any length you want 🙂
        Grace

        Reply
    6. Kristin says

      July 02, 2020 at 4:04 am

      Absolutely adore this pattern! Thank you for sharing

      Reply
    7. Kegyn Allen says

      August 02, 2020 at 6:39 pm

      Hello, I was wondering if I could sell the coasters I make using your pattern so long as I link this post and provide credit for your pattern. I would love to hear back from you thank you.

      Reply
      • Grace says

        August 05, 2020 at 7:48 am

        Hi Kegyn, sure you can sell physical items from my patterns. Just please use your own photos and credit me 🙂
        Grace

        Reply
    8. Rebecca says

      September 02, 2020 at 4:07 pm

      Hello! What colors of the Dishie did you use for the mini, midi and placemat examples? They are so pretty together. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Grace says

        September 08, 2020 at 3:17 am

        Hi Rebecca, The beige colour is 'Linen' and the light grey is 'Clarity. The Cream coloured coasters are made with WeCrochet's Simply Organic Cotton Sport.
        Grace 🙂

        Reply
    9. Monica says

      October 05, 2020 at 10:36 pm

      Excelete. Uma dúvida: não abre? Não se desfaz os pontos?

      Reply
    10. Cristal says

      January 17, 2021 at 10:30 pm

      Hi! How would you secure the end of the placemat if you don’t want any frills on the end? I love the coasters I made with these though!

      Reply
      • Grace says

        January 26, 2021 at 9:00 pm

        Hi Cristal,

        I'd just weave in the end with a darning needle and make sure it's hidden in the centre of the coaster 🙂

        Grace

        Reply
    11. Catarina says

      January 25, 2021 at 7:54 pm

      Hello! Thaís os absolutely amazing! I searched for this dishie yarn but the site of wecrochet doesn t send to Portugal, unfortunetly. Do you recommend other brands that could substitute this dishie yarn? Thanks you!!!!

      Reply
      • Grace says

        January 26, 2021 at 9:21 pm

        Hi Catarina,
        You can try Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran (You can find it on LoveCrafts and they ship everywhere!) but the fringe might be less 'fluffy' looking. Otherwise look for a tightly spun cotton yarn - that's the key to getting a strong coaster.
        I hope this helps,
        Grace

        Reply
    12. Deb says

      May 05, 2021 at 8:28 pm

      Thank you for the video tutorial! I made one out of twine and it looks rustic and kind of like a sunflower for your cup!

      Reply
    13. Schyler says

      July 12, 2021 at 11:38 pm

      Hello! These are so cute! I made a set of 4 and love them! I’m considering selling them online with credit given to you for the pattern, of course. Would this be OK? I didn’t see anything in your post about selling so I thought I’d ask here!

      Reply
    14. Donna says

      August 22, 2021 at 9:25 pm

      Hi Grace,
      I love your Boho pattern and video tutorial! One of the pictures shows two strands coming out of same skein. How were you able to do that? Does Dishie yarn have been ends visible?
      Donna

      Reply
    15. Emily says

      September 01, 2021 at 4:43 pm

      Hi there! 😃 I just recently found your blog and Instagram, and I have to tell you that I am absolutely in love with you and your amazing crochet patterns!!! 😍😁
      I’ve actually been gearing up to start a small online business crocheting things-because so many people that know me but can’t crochet want to buy my creations! 😊 And also since suffering from a brain injury a couple years ago, I haven’t been able to get back to work yet 🙁 and I miss it. Creating things is what’s been keeping me sane since then, and also during this pandemic. 🙂
      I say all that to say, would you mind if I sell some finished products from some of your patterns as long as I credit you??? I would love to be able to! And I think my customers would love your designs as much as I do! 💖

      Reply
    16. Bobbi Osborn says

      August 06, 2022 at 4:32 pm

      Hi How can I print out the instructions without the extra 'stuff' that comes with it? No advertisements in the middle. Your instructions are so easy to understand, but I'd like to keep a hard copy.
      Thank you

      Reply

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