Free Crochet Christmas Coaster Pattern

Every holiday table deserves a little handmade something under the mugs, and these cheerful coasters are exactly that. A simple red circle grows round by round, then a snowy white scalloped edge turns it into the sweetest festive coaster, ready for cocoa, coffee, and cookie plates.

I make these in little stacks while I watch a Christmas film, because each one finishes so quickly. Tie a bundle of four together with ribbon and you have a thoughtful gift that actually gets used all season long. If you can work a double crochet, you can absolutely make these.

Materials

• Four-ply yarn in red
• Four-ply yarn in white
• 4 mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• Yarn needle, for weaving in ends

Abbreviations

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• dc: double crochet
• sl st: slip stitch

Gauge & Size

• Gauge: not critical for a coaster; keep your tension even so the circle lies flat
• The first 2 chains at the start of each round count as 1 dc
• Count your stitches at the end of every round to keep the circle growing evenly
• Finished coaster has 12 scallop clusters around the edge

Christmas Coaster Pattern

Coaster Base (Red)

Round 1: Start with a magic circle. Ch 2, then add 11 dc into the circle, for a total of 12 dc including the first chains. Pull the tail to close the circle tightly, ensuring no gaps remain. Sl st into the first dc.

Round 2: Ch 2. In the same space, work 1 dc (counting the chain as one dc) for a total of 2 dc. Then continue to work 2 dc in each stitch around. Sl st at the top of the first dc to close the round. (24 dc)

Round 3: Ch 2, then work 2 dc in the same space. In the next stitch, work 1 dc, followed by 2 dc in the next stitch. Alternate the pattern of 2, 1 until the end of the round. Sl st on the first dc to join. (36 dc)

Round 4: Ch 2 and crochet as before, increasing the pattern. This round alternates between 2 dc, then 1, 1, followed by 2 dc, 1, 1. Sl st to close the round. (48 dc)

Round 5: Continue the pattern by repeating 2 dc, 1, 1, 2, followed by 1, 1, 2, 1, 1 until the end of the round. Sl st on the first dc to close the round. (63 dc)

Scalloped Edging (White)

Switch to white yarn. Make a slip knot and attach it to the base with a sl st at any point.

Ch 3. In the same stitch, work 6 more dc, for a total of 7 dc in one stitch.

Skip 2 stitches, then insert your hook into the third stitch and work 1 sc.

Repeat the pattern of 7 dc in one stitch, skip 2 stitches, and 1 sc in the third stitch all the way around. (12 clusters of 7 dc)

On your last stitch, work 1 sc and finish the edge with a ch 1, then cut off the yarn.

Finishing & Assembly

Weave in all loose ends neatly with your yarn needle, taking care where the colours change so no ends peek through on the finished coaster.

Give the coaster a gentle flatten with your hands so the scallops sit evenly, and it is ready for the table.

Tips

• Always count your stitches at the end of every round to ensure the structure is correct and the circle stays flat.
• If you are new to the magic circle, take your time practising until the base feels secure and looks neat.
• Make a matching set in one sitting; these work up quickly and bundle beautifully as gifts.
• Weave in ends carefully on colour changes so the coaster looks seamless from both sides.