Materials Needed & Measurement:
- Yarn: Cotton yarn (one skein will make at least two coasters)
- Hook Size: H (5.0 mm)
- Other Tools:
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
- Yarn needle (for weaving ends)
Abbreviations:
- Ch – Chain
- Sc – Single Crochet
- Dc – Double Crochet
- Tr – Treble Crochet
- Ss – Slip Stitch
- Sp – Space
- St, Sts – Stitch, Stitches
Special Stitches
- Picot: Chain 3, then slip stitch into the third chain from the hook to form a small loop.
Notes:
- Chain loosely in the build-up chain to make slip stitches easier since cotton yarn has minimal stretch.
- Use stitch markers to mark the top of your build-up chain to simplify locating slip stitches.
- For the center of the leaf, start with either:
- A magic circle (recommended). Tutorials are widely available online.
- A chain-2 base with your first round crocheted into the second chain (this will leave a small hole in the center).
- Beginning chains count as stitches throughout the pattern. Pay special attention in Round 5 where the chain 1 from Round 4 counts as a sc.
Stitching Instructions for Leaf Coasters Pattern:
Round 1:
- Start with a magic circle (recommended) or Ch 2.
- Ch 3 (counts as 1 Dc), then work 11 Dc into the magic circle or the second Ch from the hook (if using Ch-2 base).
- Pull the circle tight to close the center (if using a magic circle). Ss into the top of the beginning Ch-3 to join the round. (12 Dc in total)
Round 2:
- Ch 3 (counts as 1 Dc), then Dc in the same St (increase).
- Work 2 Dc in each St around to double the stitch count.
- Ss into the top of the beginning Ch-3 to join. (24 Dc in total)
Round 3:
- Ch 3 (counts as 1 Dc), Dc in the same St (increase).
- Dc in the next St, 2 Dc in the next St. Repeat from * around. This creates a gradual increase for a circular shape.
- Ss into the top of the beginning Ch-3 to join. (36 Dc in total)
Round 4:
- Ch 1 (counts as 1 Sc), then Sc in the same St.
- Sc in the next 2 Sts, 2 Sc in the next St. Repeat from * around to continue expanding the circle with single crochet stitches.
- Ss into the top of the beginning Ch-1 to join. (48 Sc in total)
Round 5 (Leaf Shaping):
- Ch 1 (counts as 1 Sc), Sc in the same St.
- Sc in each of the next 5 Sts to form the first edge of the leaf.
- Dc in each of the next 3 Sts to start shaping the tip.
- Tr in each of the next 3 Sts. Ch 1, Picot (Ch 3, Ss into the third Ch from the hook), Ch 1 to create a decorative point at the leaf tip.
- Tr in each of the next 3 Sts to form the opposite side of the tip.
- Dc in each of the next 3 Sts, then Sc in each of the next 6 Sts.
- Sc in the same St as the last Sc to create a small curve at the base of the leaf.
Stem Section:
- Ch 6 to form the stem.
- Ss into the second Ch from the hook and each remaining Ch (5 Ss total).
- Ss into the same St where the stem begins to secure it firmly to the base of the leaf.
Finishing:
- Fasten off and weave in all loose ends using a yarn needle.
Blocking (Optional):
- Lightly dampen the coaster with water and block it by pinning it to a flat surface, ensuring the leaf edges and tip are well defined. Allow it to dry completely for a crisp finish.
Repeat these steps to create more coasters. Each one showcases the beauty of a hand-crocheted leaf, perfect for use or gifting!
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