Here is my free Crochet Pumpkin Coaster Pattern! What better way to have your pumpkin spice latte than on a crochet pumpkin coaster?
Fall is almost here, and pumpkin everything is just around the corner. I personally love pumpkins—their flavor, their aesthetic, and everything about fall. Pumpkins play a huge part in my fall decor, from small gourds around the house to crochet jack-o-lanterns and pumpkin-flavored foods.
This year, I decided to up my pumpkin game by making a crochet pumpkin coaster pattern for my morning coffees at home. These fall crochet coasters are easy to make and quite addictive! They're perfect for selling at craft bazaars, or you can give them as thoughtful fall housewarming gifts.
If you want to add more variation to your fall crochet collection, check out my crochet apple coaster pattern. It's another great design to expand your fall repertoire.
With fall starting, it's also the beginning of school season, and these pumpkin crochet coasters make perfect gifts for teachers. Pair them with a coffee gift card or a crochet pumpkin spice latte for a truly one-of-a-kind present.
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✏️ Things To Note:
- Yarn Selection: I used cotton yarn to make these coasters, as it absorbs moisture better than acrylic. If you do use acrylic, consider turning them into crochet pumpkin appliques for blankets instead. I often make granny square blankets and add appliques for extra flair, like in my crochet sunflower granny square blanket.
- Size: The finished pumpkin coasters are about 4.5 inches in height and width, perfect for wide-base cups and mugs.
- Customization: Add a jack-o-lantern face to your coasters for a fun Halloween twist.
💭 Abbreviations to Remember (US Terms)
- Chain (ch)
- Magic ring (mr)
- Single Crochet (sc)
- Increase (inc) - 2 stitches in 1 stitch
- Double Crochet (dc)
- Half Double Crochet (hdc)
- Triple Crochet (tr)
- Slip Stitch (sl st)
🧋 Variations
- Use different shades of orange, yellow, and white for varied pumpkin colors.
- Customize by omitting the leaf or vine, or include both for a more detailed look.
🍵 Instructions for Crochet Pumpkin Coaster Pattern
For this pattern, we will mostly be working in the round.
Crochet Pumpkin Pattern:
Round 1: Using the orange yarn, make a magic ring and immediately chain 2. Then dc x12 into the magic ring. To secure the round, sl st to the 1st dc in the round (12).
Round 2: Ch x2, then dc inc in every stitch from the previous round. Then sl st to the first dc in the round (24).
Round 3: Ch x2, then dc inc, dc and repeat for the rest of the round. Then sl st to the first dc in the round (36).
Round 4: This is the last round for the crochet pumpkin coaster and will help create its overall shape.
Hdc inc, dc inc, dc x5, tr, tr inc, tr inc but with 3 instead of 2 stitches, tr and dc into 1 stitch, dc, hdc, and make a sl st in between the next 2 dc posts from the row below (see photo).
(You want to sl st in between the dc posts - this will count as the next stitch so make sure you do not work into the double crochet stitch next to the sl st you just made)
Then continue:
Sl st x6, sl st in between dc posts, hdc, dc, dc + tr into 1 stitch, tr inc but with 3 stitches, tr inc, tr, dc x5, dc inc, hdc inc, finally make a sl st. Then fasten off the orange yarn and weave in the ends.
Crochet Pumpkin Leaf Pattern:
Make a mr and then sc x6 into the circle - do not join the round. Instead ch x1 and turn.
hdc + dc +tr in the 1st stitch, dc + sl st + hdc + dc in the 2nd stitch, tr + ch +tr in the 3rd stitch, dc + hdc + sl st + dc in the 4th stitch, tr + dc + hdc + ch in the 5th stitch, sl st in the 6th stitch.
After making the sl st in the last stitch, ch x15.
In the second chain from the hook sc inc. Continue making sc inc in each chain. This will cause the chain to become curly.
Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.
Crochet Pumpkin Stem Pattern:
Row 1: Ch x4 with the brown yarn and turn.
Row 2: In the second chain from the hook make a sc/ Then sc for the next 2 stitches. Then chx1 and turn.
Row 3: Sc in every stitch (3). Then fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.
Assembly:
Sew the stem to the top indent of the pumpkin, then sew the leaf and vine to the pumpkin. You can orient the leaf and vine anyway you want to, just make sure to leave room for a coffee cup to sit.
And now you have a cute crochet pumpkin coaster! Remember that if you use acrylic instead of cotton you can always turn it into a pumpkin applique and use it in projects like my strawberry crochet blanket.
If you are looking for more pumpkin crochet patterns, my crochet pumpkin pie potholders also use orange cotton if you have any leftovers. Or if you are looking for small table decor my fall crochet garland can be made as table decor.
🐌Expert Tips
- Yarn Choice: For best results, use tightly spun cotton yarn to enhance the durability and absorbency of your coasters. Avoid fluffy or soft-spun yarns as they may not hold up well to moisture.
- Blocking: Lightly steam or block your coasters after finishing to ensure they lay flat and retain their shape.
- Secure Ends: Make sure to weave in your yarn tails securely to prevent them from coming loose during use and washing.
- Customization: Experiment with adding embroidered initials, patterns, or different embellishments to make your coasters unique and personalized.
🧵 Pattern FAQs
I recommend not using acrylic because since it is a synthetic fiber it does not have the same absorbency that cotton and wool have.
Yes! It can be a crochet pumpkin applique for blankets or pillows.
Absolutely! Crochet coasters are just as absorbent and can be more fun since they can be personalized to suit your tastes!
🧶More Crochet Fall Patterns
If you tried this Crochet Pumpkin Coaster Pattern (or any other pattern on my website), please let me know how it went in the 📝 comments below. I'd love to hear from you!
Crochet Pumpkin Coaster Pattern
Materials
Abbreviations (US terms)
- Chain - ch
- Magic ring - mr
- Single crochet - sc
- Increase (inc) - 2 stitches in 1 stitch
- Double crochet - dc
- Half double crochet - hdc
- Triple crochet - tr
- Slip stitch - sl st
Notes
- Used cotton yarn for these coasters; recommended for better absorption than acrylic.
- Acrylic can be used to turn pumpkin coasters into appliques for a blanket.
- I make a granny square blanket in the round and add appliques for flair, like in my sunflower granny square blanket.
- Finished pumpkin coasters measure about 4.5 inches high and wide, perfect for wide-base cups and mugs.
- Option to embroider a jack-o-lantern face for a Halloween coaster set.
Instructions
- For the crochet pumpkin coaster pattern, we will mostly be working in the round.
Pumpkin Pattern:
- Round 1: Using the orange yarn, make a magic ring and immediately chain 2. Then dc x12 into the magic ring. To secure the round, sl st to the 1st dc in the round (12).
- Round 2: Ch x2, then dc inc in every stitch from the previous round. Then sl st to the first dc in the round (24).
- Round 3: Ch x2, then dc inc, dc and repeat for the rest of the round. Then sl st to the first dc in the round (36).
- Round 4: This is the last round for the crochet pumpkin coaster and will help create its overall shape.
- Hdc inc, dc inc, dc x5, tr, tr inc, tr inc but with 3 instead of 2 stitches, tr and dc into 1 stitch, dc, hdc, and make a sl st in between the next 2 dc posts from the row below (see photo).
- (You want to sl st in between the dc posts - this will count as the next stitch so make sure you do not work into the double crochet stitch next to the sl st you just made)
- Then continue:
- Sl st x6, sl st in between dc posts, hdc, dc, dc + tr into 1 stitch, tr inc but with 3 stitches, tr inc, tr, dc x5, dc inc, hdc inc, sl st. Then fasten off the orange yarn and weave in the ends.
Pumpkin Leaf Pattern:
- Make a mr and then sc x6 into the circle - do not join the round. Instead ch x1 and turn.
- hdc + dc +tr in the 1st stitch, dc + sl st + hdc + dc in the 2nd stitch, tr + ch +tr in the 3rd stitch, dc + hdc + sl st + dc in the 4th stitch, tr + dc + hdc + ch in the 5th stitch, sl st in the 6th stitch.
- After making the sl st in the last stitch, ch x15.
- In the second chain from the hook sc inc. Continue making sc inc in each chain. This will cause the chain to become curly.
- Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.
Pumpkin Stem Pattern:
- Row 1: Ch x4 with the brown yarn and turn.
- Row 2: In the second chain from the hook make a sc/ Then sc for the next 2 stitches. Then chx1 and turn.
- Row 3: Sc in every stitch (3). Then fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.
Assembly:
- Sew the stem to the top indent of the pumpkin, then sew the leaf and vine to the pumpkin. You can orient the leaf and vine anyway you want to, just make sure to leave room for a coffee cup to sit.
- And now you have a cute crochet pumpkin coaster! Remember that if you use acrylic instead of cotton you can always turn it into a pumpkin applique.
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