These beginner-friendly Christmas Coasters by Sarah Zimmerman will make a fun and festive addition to your holiday decor. They work up quickly, so you can have a set ready in no time. Protect your surfaces and bring some holiday cheer to your home with these charming handmade pieces!
Can Beginners Make These Christmas Coasters?
This Christmas Coasters Crochet Pattern includes step-by-step instructions and is suitable for crocheters of all skill levels.
Each piece is worked in the round with the same basic pattern, using chains, single crochets, and a magic ring. Once you have them ready, it’s time to add some detail. Choose between bauble, Santa, snowman, gingerbread, peppermint candy, and mistletoe wreath themes. But if I were you, I’d definitely do them all!
What Yarn Is Best for Crochet Coasters?
Crochet coasters need to not only look beautiful but also be durable and easy to care for. Cotton yarns are the best option because they are absorbent and heat-resistant, keeping your pieces well-shaped even after long and intensive use.
Lily Sugar’n Cream and Paintbox Yarns Cotton are the most popular choices for making handmade home items like dishcloths and coasters.
Using medium-weight yarn and a 5 mm crochet hook, you will get coasters that measure approximately 4″ in diameter, making them the perfect size for your mugs or glasses.
Creative Ways to Use Crochet Christmas Coasters
Sarah’s Christmas coasters feature designs inspired by classic holiday motifs, which makes them a delightful addition to your table setting. They will also serve as cheerful gifts to friends and family. Or how about adding a small hanging loop to each piece to turn your set into cute Christmas tree decorations?
Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or just want to add a touch of Christmas spirit to your home, these crochet coasters are a quick and enjoyable project for the season.
Simple Video Tutorial
Need some help? Watch Sarah’s easy video guide and enjoy making your set of Christmas coasters!
