These simple, modern crochet circle coasters are the perfect beginner-friendly project and a quick way to add handmade charm to your home. The pattern walks you step-by-step through making flat, chunky round coasters using just basic stitches, with clear guidance to keep them from curling or doming.

Worked in the round with double crochet stitches, these coasters are fast, relaxing projects – ideal for using up leftover yarn and making sets for gifts. Instructions are included to adjust the size so you can turn the same pattern into trivets, plant mats, or even placemats.

What’s included
Your digital PDF pattern (ebook-style) includes:

15+ page professionally designed pattern
Beginner-friendly welcome section with tips and encouragement
Detailed materials list with yarn substitution suggestions
Stitch guide and abbreviation list (US crochet terms)
Step-by-step written instructions with photos for all rounds
Two foundation options: magic circle and an easy alternative start
Standard 5” coaster pattern
Instructions and simple formula to create larger circles
Trivets
Plant mats
Placemats
Troubleshooting guide to fix curling, doming, and tension issues
Blocking and finishing instructions
Care and washing tips
Creative variation ideas (color schemes, sets, uses)
Gift presentation ideas
Printable 1-page quick-reference pattern card
Skill level
Skill level: Beginner
Uses only basic stitches and simple rounds, clearly explained.
Techniques used
You should be comfortable with:

Chain (ch)
Double crochet (dc)
Slip stitch (sl st)
Magic circle (or you can use the alternative starting method included)
Pattern is written in US crochet terminology (dc in US = tr in UK).

Finished size
Standard coaster: approximately 5” / 12–13 cm in diameter (size can vary slightly with yarn and tension)
Clear guidance is given to:
Adjust the number of rounds
Change hook size and yarn weight
Scale the pattern to any size circle (coaster to placemat)
Yarn & materials
Yarn weight: Chunky / Bulky (category 5)
Hook:
5
mm
5 mm (US H-8) crochet hook
Notions: Yarn needle, scissors, measuring tape
Optional: Blocking tools (towel, pins, steam or water spray)
You can also experiment with different yarn weights; tips are included in the pattern.

Suitable projects for
Absolute beginners learning how to crochet in the round
Quick afternoon or evening projects
Stash-busting makes
Housewarming and last-minute gifts
Sets of coasters (e.g. 4–6 for gifting)
Coasters, trivets, plant mats, and candle mats
Why you’ll love this pattern
Uses only double crochet – great for building confidence with one stitch
Fast to work up – make multiple coasters in one sitting
Modern, clean look that works in any color
Teaches a foundation circle method you can reuse for many other projects
Includes a simple “any size circle” formula for maximum flexibility
Comprehensive troubleshooting so your circles lie flat
Format
Digital crochet pattern (PDF)
Written in US crochet terms
Suitable for viewing on computers, tablets, and phones, and easy to print