Enjoy charming and practical table accents with this Free crochet Tea Coaster Pattern perfect for everyday use and thoughtful gift ideas.
On a quiet morning, a warm cup of tea sits steaming on the table, and beneath it rests a small, perfectly shaped circle of yarn. Its presence may seem simple, but it instantly adds charm and care to the scene. Using the Crochet Tea Coaster pattern, this little piece comes to life stitch by stitch, forming neat, rounded edges and a balanced texture that looks both elegant and inviting.
Colorful Crochet Tea Coaster Pattern to Match Every Mood
Overall, this coaster isn’t just functional, it’s a tiny piece of art that brightens everyday routines. Each completed piece carries charm, utility, and a subtle decorative touch that elevates even the simplest tea break.
Materials
Gather the following items to create the mat:
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Yarn: Thick cotton cord or yarn (the tutor uses "Tongtongyi Cotton"). Using multiple colors of scrap yarn is highly recommended for the color-block effect.
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Hook: A 6/0 (3.5 mm) crochet hook.
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Notions: Scissors and a stitch marker.
Uses
The small size demonstrated in the video makes a wonderful tea coaster or mug rug. By continuing the increase pattern, you can easily scale the project to create larger mandala-style mats, hot pads, or table placemats.
Special Features
This pattern uses advanced techniques to create a superior finish:
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Seamless Rounds: By avoiding traditional Chain 1 and Slip Stitch joins, and using a unique finishing method, the mat has virtually no visible vertical seam (no "jog" or "staircase" effect) where the rounds begin and end.
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Perfectly Flat Shape: The technique alternates standard single crochet (SC) increase rounds with non-increase rounds worked entirely in Long Single Crochet (Long SC), ensuring the mat does not curl, ripple, or form corners.
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Durable and Dense Fabric: You constantly carry the yarn/cord used for the previous color inside your current row of stitches (a form of tapestry crochet), which adds density, thickness, and structure to the final mat.
Level of Difficulty
This project is rated as Intermediate. Success requires accurately executing color changes, learning the Long SC (spike stitch) technique, and consistently carrying the cord for dense, flat results.
Tutor's Suggestions
The tutor provides key advice for successful construction:
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Maintain Cord Tension: As you crochet, continually carry the cord from the previous round across the top of your stitches and work over it. Periodically pull this carried cord tight to keep the center closed and the mat dense.
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Stagger the Start: To prevent a visible vertical seam line where the rounds are joined, change your starting point for each new color/increase section. Shift the start one or two stitches over from the previous round's join.
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Flatten the Final Edge: For a clean, firm edge, finish the entire piece with a final round of slip stitches worked by inserting the hook from back to front, creating a neat chain border.
Crochet Tea Coaster
Its design is thoughtful, making the coaster sturdy enough to hold cups while still soft to touch, giving a cozy and calming vibe to any tea or coffee moment.
Beyond its beauty, this coaster is highly practical. It protects surfaces from heat, spills, and condensation, keeping tables clean and free from marks.
Its compact size makes it easy to use in any setting, from kitchen counters to living room coffee tables.
Quick to make and fun to personalize, it’s a perfect small project to try in a few hours, with endless possibilities to mix colors or create sets for friends and family.
Short Conclusion
You have successfully crocheted a dense, flat, and perfectly round mat using scrap yarn and the long single crochet technique. The final mat displays a beautiful color-block effect and a sturdy, seamless structure.
Tip
Continuously adjust the tension of the cord you carry inside your stitches. If your mat starts to ripple (get wavy), the cord is too loose; pull it tighter. If the mat starts to cup (curl up), you are pulling the cord too tightly; loosen your grip slightly to ensure perfect flatness.