Easy Crochet Daisy Coasters: A Step-by-Step Tutorial

Updated at: 07/02/2025

Add a touch of springtime charm to your home with these easy-to-crochet daisy coasters! Perfect for beginners and experienced crocheters alike, this delightful project requires minimal supplies and yields charming, functional decorations. Imagine the vibrant pops of color these cheerful daisies will bring to your coffee table or kitchen counter, protecting your surfaces while adding a handmade touch. They also make wonderful, personalized gifts, easily customizable with your favorite yarn colors.

These sweet little daisies are surprisingly simple to create, even if you're new to crochet. Forget complicated patterns and frustrating stitches; this tutorial will guide you through each step with clear instructions and helpful images. Ready to get started on your own sunny collection? Let's dive into the step-by-step process and begin crocheting these beautiful daisy coasters!

Preparation and Safety Guidelines

Tools Needed
  • crochet hook
  • yellow yarn
  • white yarn
  • green yarn
  • yarn needle
Safety Guidelines
  • Always use sharp scissors to cut your yarn. Dull scissors can cause fraying and make it harder to work with.
  • Be mindful of your hook size. Using a hook too large or too small can affect the final size and tension of your coaster, potentially leading to an uneven or misshapen product.
  • If you are working with a small child, ensure supervision to prevent accidental ingestion of small crochet hooks or yarn pieces.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Round 1: Yellow Center

    • Make a magic circle with yellow yarn.
    • Chain 1 and make 12 double crochet stitches into the magic circle.
    • Slip stitch to join the round and fasten off the yellow yarn.
    Slip stitch to join the round and fasten off the yellow yarn.Slip stitch to join the round and fasten off the yellow yarn.Slip stitch to join the round and fasten off the yellow yarn.
    Round 1: Yellow Center

  2. Round 2: White Petals - Part 1

    • Attach white yarn to the first stitch of round 1. Chain 3.
    • Make a triple crochet two together stitch into the same first stitch.
    • Chain 2 and make a triple crochet three together stitch in the next stitch. Repeat this chain 2, triple crochet three together sequence around.
    • Slip stitch to join the round and fasten off the white yarn.
    Slip stitch to join the round and fasten off the white yarn.Slip stitch to join the round and fasten off the white yarn.Slip stitch to join the round and fasten off the white yarn.Slip stitch to join the round and fasten off the white yarn.
    Round 2: White Petals - Part 1

  3. Round 3: Green Edging - Part 1

    • Attach green yarn to the first chain 2 space of round 2. Chain 1.
    • Make two half double crochet stitches, chain 1, and make two more half double crochet stitches into the same chain 2 space. Repeat this sequence in each chain 2 space around.
    • Slip stitch to join the round.
    Slip stitch to join the round.Slip stitch to join the round.Slip stitch to join the round.
    Round 3: Green Edging - Part 1

  4. Round 4: Green Edging - Part 2

    • Chain 1. Skip the first two stitches. In the next chain 1 space, make 5 double crochet stitches.
    • Skip the next stitch, slip stitch. Skip the next two stitches. In the next chain 1 space, make 5 double crochet stitches. Repeat this sequence around until two stitches remain.
    • Skip the last two stitches. Slip stitch into the first chain 1 of the round. Fasten off.
    Skip the last two stitches. Slip stitch into the first chain 1 of the round. Fasten off.Skip the last two stitches. Slip stitch into the first chain 1 of the round. Fasten off.Skip the last two stitches. Slip stitch into the first chain 1 of the round. Fasten off.
    Round 4: Green Edging - Part 2

  5. Finishing

    • Weave in loose ends.
    Weave in loose ends.
    Finishing

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Tips

  • Chains do not count as stitches.
  • Don't worry if your work curls; it will flatten out.
  • The bumps from fastening off will be hidden when you weave in your ends.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Inconsistent Tension

Reason: Uneven tension throughout the rounds leads to a misshapen daisy and an uneven coaster.
Solution: Practice maintaining a consistent tension by crocheting at a steady pace and avoiding pulling the yarn too tightly or too loosely.

2. Incorrect Stitch Count

Reason: Losing or gaining stitches will affect the size and shape of the daisy petals, resulting in an uneven or lopsided coaster.
Solution: Carefully count your stitches at the end of each round to ensure you haven't missed or added any.

FAQs

What type of yarn is best for crocheting daisy coasters?
A medium-weight cotton yarn works well for coasters because it's durable, washable, and creates a nice, firm fabric. Acrylic yarn is also a good option for beginners as it's affordable and easy to work with.