Crochet Textured Earthy Stripes Coaster Free Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight cotton yarn in earthy tones (e.g., beige, olive green, terracotta)
• Size H (5.0 mm) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge: Not critical for this project, but aim for a square that measures approximately 4 inches (10 cm) across.

Stitches Used:

• Chain (ch)
• Double Crochet (dc)
• Half Double Crochet (hdc)
• Slip Stitch (sl st)

Instructions:

Base Round:

1. Chain 24.
2. In the 4th chain from the hook, make 2 double crochets (dc).
3. Continue down the chain, making 1 dc in each stitch until you reach the end. (total 21 dc)
4. In the last chain, make 3 dc (turning corner).
5. Continue back up the other side, making 1 dc in each stitch until you reach the end. (total 21 dc)
6. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the first dc.

Row Pattern:

Row 1: Chain 2 (this counts as the first hdc), turn. In the same stitch, make 1 hdc, then alternate between 2 stitches of hdc and 1 shell stitch (3 dc in same stitch) for 4 repeats. Join with a sl st.

Row 2: Chain 2, turn. In the first stitch, make 1 hdc. Alternate 2 hdc and 1 shell stitch again for 4 repeats. Join with a sl st.

Row 3: Repeat Row 1, but change yarn color for every other row to create a striped effect.

Continue this pattern until your coaster reaches approximately 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) in diameter, ensuring to end with a Row 2.

Finishing:

1. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for weaving in ends.
2. Weave in any loose ends using a tapestry needle.

Your textured earthy stripes coasters are ready to use! Feel free to experiment with different colors and patterns to match your decor.