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Let's create a beautiful and tactile 3D crochet flower coaster with two colors! This project is a wonderful way to add intricate, dimensional beauty to your home decor while providing a practical surface for drinks. The two colors will highlight the different layers, making your flower truly pop.
How to Make a 3D Crochet Flower Coaster with Two Colors: Detailed Tutorial Pattern
This pattern will guide you through creating a multi-layered flower that stands out, giving your coaster a gorgeous three-dimensional effect. You'll build the flower in layers, starting with a base and then adding petals on top, creating a rich texture and showcasing your chosen colors.
Skill Level: Intermediate
You'll need to be comfortable with:
Chain (ch): The basic foundation.
Slip Stitch (sl st): Used for joining rounds.
Single Crochet (sc): A compact stitch.
Half Double Crochet (hdc): A stitch taller than sc.
Double Crochet (dc): A taller stitch.
Treble Crochet (tr): A taller stitch than dc.
Working in rounds: Crocheting in a circular motion.
Increasing: Adding stitches.
Magic Ring (MR) or Adjustable Ring: (Highly recommended for a tight center).
Working into front loops only (FLO) and back loops only (BLO) to create ridges for new layers.
Working into chain spaces and skipped stitches.
Basic color changes.
Finished Coaster Dimensions (Approximate):
Your finished 3D flower coaster will typically measure around 4.5 to 6 inches (11.5 to 15 cm) in diameter, depending on your yarn, hook, and how puffy your petals are.
Materials You'll Need:
Yarn: Approximately 40-70 yards (37-64 meters) of Worsted Weight (Medium #4) Cotton Yarn.
Why Cotton? Cotton yarn is ideal for coasters due to its absorbency, durability, and heat resistance. Acrylic can melt with hot items.
Colors:
Color A (Center/Base Layer/Inner Petals): For the very middle and possibly the first set of petals. Choose a color that complements or contrasts nicely.
Color B (Outer Petals/Edging): For the final, largest layer of petals and the coaster's backing. This color will stand out!
Crochet Hook: Size H/5.0mm. This size generally creates a dense but flexible fabric suitable for coasters. Adjust if your stitches are too loose or too stiff.
Yarn Needle (Tapestry Needle): Essential for weaving in all your loose ends.
Scissors: For cutting yarn.
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Gauge:
Gauge isn't critical for a coaster, but consistent tension is key to achieving a flat base and evenly sized, well-defined petals. If your stitches are too loose, the coaster might be floppy; too tight, and it could curl.
Abbreviations Used in This Pattern:
ch: chain
sl st: slip stitch
sc: single crochet
hdc: half double crochet
dc: double crochet
tr: treble crochet (yarn over twice before inserting hook)
st(s): stitch(es)
sp: space
ch-sp: chain space
MR: Magic Ring (also called Magic Circle or Adjustable Ring)
FLO: Front Loop Only (work into the loop closest to you)
BLO: Back Loop Only (work into the loop furthest from you)
rep: repeat
FO: fasten off
(): repeat instructions within parentheses a specified number of times.
[]: indicates the total number of stitches at the end of a specific round.
Understanding 3D Petal Construction (Key Concept!)
The secret to 3D flower petals is often creating a base layer, then working subsequent petal layers into unworked loops (like the FLO/BLO of previous rounds) or into chain spaces behind the previous set of petals. This allows the petals to stack on top of each other, creating depth.
Let's Crochet Your 3D Flower Coaster!
This pattern builds the flower from the center outwards, adding layers of petals and then a sturdy backing.
Part 1: Center of the Flower & First Petals (Color A)
Start: Make a Magic Ring (MR).
Alternative Start: Chain 4, then sl st into the first chain to form a ring.
Round 1:
Ch 1 (does NOT count as a stitch).
Work 10 sc into the MR.
Pull the tail tightly to close the center hole.
Sl st into the first sc to join the round.
[10 sc]
Round 2:
Ch 2 (does NOT count as a stitch).
Work 2 dc into each stitch around.
Sl st into the top of the first dc to join.
[20 dc]
Round 3 (First Petal Layer):
Ch 1 (does NOT count as a stitch).
*(Sl st into the FLO of the current stitch, ch 2, work 2 dc into the FLO of the next stitch, ch 2, sl st into the FLO of the next stitch).* This creates one petal.
Repeat from * to * 6 more times around. You will have 7 petals.
After your last petal, sl st into the first sl st you made in this round to securely finish.
[7 petals]
Fasten off (FO) Color A, leaving a 6-inch tail.
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Part 2: Second Layer of Petals & Backing Base (Color B)
Now for the larger, second layer of petals, which will be in your contrasting color. You'll work behind the first set of petals, into the unworked back loops from Round 2. We'll also use this color for the flat backing.
Join Color B for Outer Petals: Turn your coaster over slightly. You'll see a ridge of unworked back loops from Round 2.
Join Color B with a sl st into any BLO of a stitch from Round 2.
Round 4 (Petal Base - working into BLO of Round 2):
Ch 1 (does NOT count as a stitch).
Work sc in the same BLO where you joined.
Work sc in the next 19 BLOs around.
Sl st into the first sc to join the round.
[20 sc] (These 20 sc stitches form the base for your second layer of petals and the start of your backing.)
Round 5 (Second Petal Layer):
Ch 1 (does NOT count as a stitch).
*(Sl st into the next sc, ch 3, work 2 tr (treble crochet) into the next sc, ch 3, sl st into the next sc).* This creates one larger petal.
Repeat from * to * 6 more times around. You will have 7 petals.
You will skip one stitch between each petal cluster. For example: sl st, ch3, 2tr in next st, ch3, sl st in next st, skip 1 st, then repeat from sl st.
After your last petal, sl st into the first sl st you made in this round to securely finish.
Do NOT Fasten off.
Part 3: Creating the Flat Coaster Backing (Color B)
To make your 3D flower a functional coaster, we'll now build a flat back directly onto the base of your flower, using the stitches from Round 4 (which are currently hidden behind your second layer of petals). This will hide all your tails and make the coaster sturdy.
Preparation: You should still have Color B attached from Round 5. Your petals from Round 5 are pointing towards you. You'll now be working behind these petals.
Round 6 (Backing, working into unworked loops behind petals):
Ch 1 (does NOT count as a stitch).
Locate the unworked back loops of the sc stitches from Round 4 (the row you worked into before making the second layer of petals). These loops will be slightly visible between the bases of the petals on the underside of your flower.
Work sc in each of these unworked back loops (from Round 4) around the circle.
Sl st into the first sc to join.
[20 sc]
Round 7 (Backing continues - increasing for flatness):
Ch 1 (does NOT count as a stitch).
(1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st (sc inc)) rep 10 times around.
Sl st into the first sc to join.
[30 sc]
Round 8 (Backing continues):
Ch 1 (does NOT count as a stitch).
(1 sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st (sc inc)) rep 10 times around.
Sl st into the first sc to join.
[40 sc]
Sizing Note: If your backing isn't flat and is still curling, add another increase round (e.g., (sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep around). If it's ruffling, you've increased too much. Aim for a flat circle that matches the overall diameter of your flower.
Fasten off (FO), leaving a 6-inch tail.
Part 4: Finishing Your 3D Flower Coaster
Weave in All Ends:
This is the most crucial step for a neat, professional, and durable coaster. Thread each yarn tail onto your yarn needle.
Carefully weave them into the stitches of the same color. For the tails from the petals, weave them into the base of the petals. For the backing tails, weave them into the sc stitches on the back. Weave in one direction for a few stitches, then change direction slightly and weave back for a few stitches to "lock" the tail in place.
Take your time with this to ensure your coaster looks great and won't unravel with use or washing.
Shape:
Gently lay your coaster flat. Use your fingers to manipulate and shape the petals, making them puff out and sit attractively. You can gently bend them forward to enhance the 3D effect.
A light steam block can help the coaster lie completely flat, especially the backing. To do this, hover a steamer or iron (on a low, steam setting) over the item without touching it, then gently shape with your hands. Be careful not to flatten the 3D petals too much if you want them to remain prominent.
You've now created a gorgeous and intricate 3D crochet flower coaster with two colors! These are truly special pieces that add a unique, handmade touch to your home decor. Enjoy the beauty and functionality of your new creation!
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