Bring a touch of nature’s elegance to your table with the Crochet Lily of the Valley Coaster. This beautiful design captures the timeless beauty of delicate blossoms, blending practicality with artistic charm. It’s the perfect way to add a fresh, floral vibe to your home while protecting your surfaces with style.
What makes this coaster truly special is the intricate layering of textures, from its detailed petals and leaves to the striking raised floral center. Thoughtfully combining long stitches and delicate lock pins, this pattern creates a look that's both graceful and eye-catching. Its versatile design invites personal touches, whether you prefer soft pastel colors or bold, vibrant tones. Functional and decorative, this coaster is a little piece of art perfect for any table setting.
Credit Crochet Academy
Materials & Tools Needed
- Yarn:
- White Cotton Yarn: Used for the flowers and body. Cotton works well for coasters due to its absorbent and sturdy nature.
- Green Cotton Yarn: For the leaves. Choose a shade that complements your white yarn.
- Crochet Hook:
- 3.0 mm hook as suggested in the pattern. Adjust size based on yarn thickness and desired tension.
- Scissors:
- To cut yarn cleanly between sections.
- Tapestry Needle:
- For weaving in loose ends and sewing minor components together, if necessary.
- Stitch Marker (Optional):
- Helps keep track of your rounds if needed.
Finished Size & Customization Ideas
Approximate Size:
- The coaster measures approximately 6-8 inches in diameter when using a 3.0 mm crochet hook and medium-weight cotton yarn.
Customization Ideas:
- Change Yarn Weight:
- For larger coasters, use bulkier yarn and an appropriately larger hook (e.g., 4.0 mm or 5.0 mm). Conversely, you can create smaller, delicate coasters with finer yarn like crochet thread and a smaller hook.
- Change Colors:
- Use pastel or vibrant shades for flowers and leaves to match your home decor or seasonal themes. For instance:
- Red and green for Christmas.
- Pink and light green for spring.
- Use pastel or vibrant shades for flowers and leaves to match your home decor or seasonal themes. For instance:
- Modify the Edge:
- Add a scalloped edge or a border in a contrasting color to enhance the design.
- Add Texture or Decoration:
- Consider embroidering details or incorporating beads onto the leaves or flowers for a unique finish.
Pattern Abbreviations & Terminology
(US Terminology)
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- tr = treble crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- mc = magic circle (magic ring)
- inc = increase (work 2 stitches into the same stitch)
Step-by-Step Detailed Crochet Instructions
Part 1: Crochet the Body
Round 1:
- Begin with a magic circle.
- Work 12 dc into the circle.
- Pull the tail to close the ring tightly.
- Join with sl st into the first dc.
Round 2:
- Ch 2 (counts as first dc).
- Work 1 dc-inc (2 dc in the same stitch) into each stitch around.
- Total: 24 dc.
- Join with sl st.
Round 3:
- Ch 2.
- Work 1 dc in next stitch, 1 dc-inc in the following stitch.
- Repeat: (1 dc, 1 dc-inc) around the coaster.
- Total: 36 dc.
- Join with sl st.
Round 4:
- Ch 2.
- Work 2 dc in the next 2 stitches, followed by 1 dc-inc in the next stitch.
- Repeat: (2 dc, 1 dc-inc) around.
- Total: 48 dc.
- Join with sl st.
Round 5:
- Ch 2.
- Work 1 dc in the next 3 stitches, followed by 1 dc-inc in the next stitch.
- Repeat: (3 dc, 1 dc-inc) around.
- Total: 60 dc.
- Join with sl st.
Part 2: Crochet the Leaves
Round 1:
- Attach green yarn onto the first stitch of Round 5.
- Ch 5.
- Skip 2 stitches, and work 1 sc in the next stitch.
- Repeat: (Ch 5, skip 2 stitches, sc in next stitch) around.
- Total: 24 leaves.
Round 2:
- Start in the gap created by the first set of chains.
- Work 1 sc, Ch 3, 1 dc, Ch 1, 1 dc, Ch 3, 1 sc into the same gap.
- Move to the next gap and repeat: (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 dc, Ch 1, 1 dc, Ch 3, 1 sc).
- Continue around for 12 leaf sections.
- Join with sl st.
Part 3: Crochet the Flowers
Round 1 (First Layer):
- Attach white yarn onto the leaves.
- In the gap between the chain and the dc of a leaf, Ch 3 (counts as first stitch).
- Work 6 unfinished dc into the same gap.
- Yarn over and pull through all loops on the hook to finish the petal.
- Ch 1 to secure the petal.
- Repeat: (6 unfinished dc, pull through, Ch 1) in each gap.
Round 2 (Second Layer):
- Ch 3 and start in the gap space between two petals from the first layer.
- Work 1 dc, 3 ch, sl st into same gap.
- This creates an elongated flower layer.
- Repeat: (1 dc, 3 ch, sl st in gap) for 12 petals total.
Finishing Touches
- Secure and Weave Ends:
- Use the tapestry needle to weave yarn tails into the coaster's body neatly.
- Blocking:
- If needed, block your coaster by lightly spraying it with water and pinning it to a surface to dry flat.
Congratulations!
Your Lily of the Valley Coaster is complete! This delicate and functional design pairs perfectly with tea sets, coffee tables, or gifts for friends who love handmade home decor. 🌸
