Frosted Fir Wreath Coaster Set Free Pattern – Knit a Winter Woodland Charm

Bring the quiet magic of a snow-dusted forest to your holiday table with these enchanting knitted wreath coasters. Each coaster features a delicate, textured pine needle stitch that mimics the soft fronds of an evergreen bough, accented with a cheerful cranberry-red bow and tiny cream snow clusters. These charming coasters are perfect for gifting to knitting-loving friends, adorning your own festive gatherings, or adding a handmade touch to a cozy winter tablescape. Whether you're a seasoned knitter or a confident beginner looking for a fun, quick project, this pattern will guide you through creating a set of woodland-inspired coasters that are as practical as they are beautiful.

This project is wonderfully portable and works up quickly, making it an ideal weekend craft or a satisfying afternoon project. The worsted-weight cotton yarn ensures durability and absorbency, perfect for protecting your surfaces from condensation while adding a rustic, festive flair. Let's gather our materials and start knitting our own little piece of winter woodland charm!

Materials Needed

Before you begin, ensure you have all the necessary supplies. This project uses simple, readily available materials, making it an accessible and enjoyable knit.

Yarn

• Main Color (MC) – Forest Green: Worsted weight cotton or cotton-blend yarn. This forms the body of the wreath. A smooth, non-fuzzy yarn will best showcase the lace stitch definition.
• Contrast Color (CC) – Cranberry Red: Worsted weight yarn for the decorative bow. A slightly thicker or brushed yarn can add a nice plush texture to the bow.
• Contrast Color 2 (CC2) – Cream: A small amount of worsted weight yarn for the embroidered snow accents.

Needles & Notions

• Knitting Needles: US Size 6 (4.0 mm) knitting needles, or the size needed to obtain gauge. Straight needles are perfectly fine for this flat-knit project.
• Tapestry Needle: A blunt-tipped tapestry needle for weaving in ends and sewing the pieces together.
• Scissors: For cutting yarn.
• Stitch Markers (Optional): Helpful for keeping track of pattern repeats, though not strictly necessary.

Gauge

20 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch. While exact gauge isn't critical for a coaster, maintaining consistent tension is key to ensuring your coaster lies flat and has an even, professional finish. If your swatch is significantly off, adjust your needle size accordingly.

Step-by-Step Instructions

This pattern creates a circular wreath coaster with a lacy, pine-needle-like texture and a decorative bow. The coaster is knit flat in rows, then shaped with decreases to form the wreath ring. Work the body in MC, then add the bow and snow accents in CC and CC2. Follow along carefully, and you'll have a beautiful set of coasters in no time.

Abbreviations

• CO: Cast on
• K: Knit
• P: Purl
• K2tog: Knit two together (right-leaning decrease)
• SSK: Slip, slip, knit (left-leaning decrease)
• YO: Yarn over
• St(s): Stitch(es)
• Rep: Repeat
• RS: Right side
• WS: Wrong side
• BO: Bind off

Coaster Body (Make 1)

This section forms the main wreath ring. The lace pattern is created with simple yarn overs and decreases, resulting in a beautiful, airy texture that resembles pine needles.

CO 41 sts in MC.

Row 1 (RS): K1, *YO, K2tog, K1; rep from * to end. (41 sts)

Tip: This row sets up the lace pattern. The yarn over creates an eyelet, and the K2tog keeps the stitch count consistent.

Row 2 (WS): Purl all sts.

Tip: Purl across the entire row to create a clean, flat background for the lace.

Row 3: K1, *K2tog, YO, K1; rep from * to end.

Tip: This row staggers the lace pattern, creating the staggered, organic look of pine needles.

Row 4: Purl all sts.

Rows 5-20: Repeat Rows 1-4 four more times (total 20 rows of lace pattern).

Tip: After completing these rows, you'll have a beautiful, textured rectangle that will soon become the wreath ring.

Row 21 (RS): K1, *K2tog, K1; rep from * to last 2 sts, K2tog. (27 sts)

Tip: This is the beginning of the shaping. The decreases will start to gather the fabric into a circle.

Row 22 (WS): Purl all sts.

Row 23: K1, *K2tog; rep from * to last 2 sts, K2tog. (14 sts)

Tip: Continue decreasing to tighten the circle's center.

Row 24: Purl all sts.

Row 25: K2tog across. (7 sts)

Tip: This final decrease row leaves just a few stitches to gather.

Finishing the Body: Cut yarn, leaving a long tail (at least 12 inches). Thread the tail through a tapestry needle, then pass it through the remaining 7 stitches on your knitting needle. Slip the stitches off the needle and pull the tail tight to gather the center. Secure with a few small stitches.

Now, take the cast-on edge and the gathered edge. With the right sides facing each other, sew the cast-on edge to the gathered edge using a whip stitch or mattress stitch. This will form the ring shape of the wreath. Weave in the yarn end securely.

Bow (Make 1)

This simple knitted strip is folded into a charming bow to adorn the top of the wreath.

With CC, CO 5 sts.

Row 1 (RS): Knit all sts.

Row 2 (WS): Purl all sts.

Repeat these 2 rows until the strip measures 3 inches (about 14 rows).

Tip: This creates a simple stockinette stitch strip. Keep your tension even for a neat, uniform bow.

BO all sts. Leave a tail for sewing.

Forming the Bow: Fold the strip into a bow shape by bringing both ends to the center, overlapping them slightly. Cut a separate small piece of CC yarn (about 8 inches) and wrap it tightly around the middle of the folded strip to secure the loops. Tie a knot on the back and trim the ends. Fluff the loops gently to give the bow a puffed, cheerful appearance.

Snow Accents (Optional)

Add a touch of winter magic with these simple embroidered snow clusters.

With CC2: Using a tapestry needle, embroider small French knots or lazy daisy stitches randomly across the wreath body to mimic clusters of fresh snow resting on the pine needles.

Alternative: For an even simpler option, sew on tiny white buttons in a scattered pattern.

Tip: Space the snow clusters unevenly for a more natural, organic look, just like real snowfall.

Finishing

This final step brings all the pieces together to create your beautiful wreath coaster.

Sew the Bow: Position the bow at the top center of the wreath ring, where the seam is located. Sew it securely in place using the yarn tail from the bow. Make sure it's centered and firmly attached.

Weave in All Ends: Use your tapestry needle to carefully weave in any remaining yarn ends on the wrong side of the coaster. This ensures a clean, professional finish.

Block Gently: To flatten the coaster and even out the lace pattern, gently block it. You can do this by pinning it to a flat surface and lightly misting it with water, then allowing it to dry completely. This step helps the lace open up and the coaster lie perfectly flat.

Repeat to make a set of 4 or 6 coasters. They make a wonderful handmade gift, especially when tied with a ribbon and paired with a festive mug or a tin of holiday cookies.

Enjoy your beautiful, handcrafted Frosted Fir Wreath Coasters! They're sure to bring a touch of cozy woodland charm to your holiday season for years to come.