This crochet pumpkin coaster pattern is easy to make. Made up of four simple rounds of basic crochet stitches, these are quick to make. Use them to decorate your table in the Fall or for Halloween.
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About These Pumpkin Coasters
- These cute pumpkin coasters pictured on this page are made with #3 light DK yarn, but they can use a #4 worsted weight yarn to make slightly bigger coasters.
- They make great gifts and can be made in any color to match your home decor.
- They also make a great applique for crocheted items with a Fall or Halloween theme, like a crochet blanket, cushions, or other home decor items.
- If you like this crochet pumpkin pattern, you might also like this small amigurumi crochet pumpkin.
- This is a free crochet pattern. You can find a printable pattern card at the end of this post.
If you are looking for more crochet coaster patterns you might like this easy 8-petal crochet flower coasters, the granny heart coasters, or see more ideas on our crochet coasters pattern round-up page.
Crochet Stitches
You will need to know a few basic crochet stitches like chain stitch, half double crochet, double crochet, treble stitch, and slip stitch to make this pumpkin coaster.
Find out more about these stitches below.
Chain Stich (ch)
- Make a slip knot.
- Yarn over hook (YO)
- Draw a loop of yarn back up through the loop on the crochet hook. One chain stitch made.
- Yarn over hook (YO) and draw a loop through the loop on the hook to create another chain, and repeat to create new chain stitches.
- See how to start a crochet chain stitch with detailed step-by-step instructions.
Single Crochet (sc)
- Yarn over hook (YO), insert hook from the front to the back of a stitch.
- Yarn over hook (YO) and pull back up through the stitch. You should have two loops on the hook.
- Yarn over the hook (YO) and pull the yarn back through all the loops on the hook.
- This completes a single crochet stitch.
- See how to single crochet with detailed step-by-step instructions.
Half Double Crochet (hdc)
- Yarn over hook (YO), insert the hook from the front to the back of a stitch.
- Yarn over hook (YO) and pull back up through the stitch. You should have three loops on the hook.
- Yarn over hook (YO), and pull the yarn back through all three loops on the hook.
- This completes a half-double crochet stitch.
- See how to half-double crochet with detailed step-by-step instructions.
Double Crochet Stitch (dc)
- Yarn over hook (YO), insert the hook from the front to the back of a stitch.
- Yarn over hook (YO) again and pull back up through the stitch. You will have three loops on the hook.
- Yarn over hook (YO) pull the yarn back through two loops on the hook. You will now have two loops on the hook.
- Yarn over hook (YO) pull the yarn back through the two loops on the hook.
- This completes a double crochet stitch.
Treble Crochet (or Triple Crochet) (tr)
- Wrap the yarn over the hook (YO) twice, and insert the hook from the front to the back of a stitch.
- Yarn over hook (YO) again and pull back up through the stitch. You will have four loops on the hook.
- Yarn over hook (YO) pull the yarn back through two loops on the hook. You will now have three loops on the hook.
- Yarn over hook (YO) pull the yarn back through two loops on the hook. You will now have two loops on the hook.
- Yarn over hook (YO) pull the yarn back through the two loops on the hook.
- This completes a treble crochet stitch.
Slip Stitch (sl st)
- Insert the hook from the from to the back of a stitch.
- Yarn over hook (YO) pull the yarn back through both the stitch and the loop on the hook.
- This completes a slip stitch.
- See how to crochet a slip stitch with detailed step-by-step instructions.
Step By Step Tutorial
Skill Level
Beginner
What You Will Need
#3 light (light worsted, DK, 8ply) 100% cotton yarn.
Yarn
- Pumpkin, 12.6 yards (11.55 meters) or golden brown yarn
- Stem, 1.3 yards (1.20 meters) or dark brown yarn
- Leaf and tendrils, 4.6 yards (4.2 meters) of green yarn
Crochet Hook
- 3.5 mm or a crochet hook
Notions
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
Finished Size
These crochet pumpkin coasters are about 4 inches (10 cm) wide.
Gauge
The gauge is not so important for this pattern.
Stitches and Abbreviations Used
- MR - magic ring
- ch - chain stitch
- sc - single crochet
- hdc - half double crochet
- dc- double crochet
- tr - treble st
- sl st - slip stitch
- rpt - repeat
- st/sts - stitch/stitches
- sp - space
Pattern Notes
US Crochet Terms
The information in this guide refers to US crochet terms, and instructions are for the right-handed.
Pattern Instructions
Foundation, golden brown yarn - Make a magic ring or chain 3 and slip stitch into 1st stitch to make a ring.
Abbreviated version
Foundation, golden brown yarn - MR, or ch3, sl st into 1st st to make a ring.
Round One
Round 1 - Chain 2 (this is not counted as a stitch), 15 double crochet in the ring, slip stitch into 1st double crochet to join. [You should have 15 double crochets in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Round 1 - Ch2 (not counted as st), 15dc in ring, sl st into 1st dc to join. [15dc]
Round Two
Round 2 - Chain 2 (this is not counted as a stitch), make 2 double crochets in the same space as the chain 2, then make 2 double crochets in each stitch, silp stitch into the 1st double crochet to join. [You should now have 30 double crochets in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Round 2 - Ch2 (not counted as a st), 2dc in same sp as ch-2, 2dc in each st, sl st into 1st dc to join. [30dc]
Round Three
Round 3 - Chain 2 (this is not counted as a stitch), make 2 double crochets in the same space as chain 2, then * make a double crochet in the next stitch, and 2 double crochets into the next, repeat from * to the end, slip stitch into the top of the 1st double crochet to join. [There should be 45 double crochets in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Round 3 - Ch2 (not counted as a st), 2dc in same sp as ch-2, *1dc in next st, 2dc in next st, rpt from * to the end, sl st into top of 1st dc to join. [45dc]
Round Four
Round 4 - Slip stitch into the next stitch, make a half double crochet in the next, then one double crochet in each of the next 5 stitches, then one treble in each of the next 5 stitches, one double crochet into each of the next 6 stitches, a half double crochet in the next, single crochet in the next.
Then slip stitch into each of the next 3 stitches, single crochet in the next, half double crochet into the next 2 stitches, one double crochet in each of the next 6 stitches.
Make a treble in each of the next 5 stitches, double crochet in each of the next 5 stitches, half double crochet in the next stitch, single crochet in the next, slip stitch into the next stitch, chain 1, cut yarn, and fasten off. [45 stitches in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Round 4 - Sl l st in next st, hdc in next, 1dc in each of the next 5-sts, 1tr in each of the next 5-sts, 1 dc in each of the next 6-sts, 1hdc, 1sc, sl st into each of the next 3-sts, 1sc, 1hdc in next 2-sts, 1dc in each of the next 6-sts, 1tr in each of the next 5-sts, 1dc in next 5-sts, 1hdc in next st, 1sc, sl st into next st, ch1, cut yarn and fasten off. [45 stitches]
Stem
Round 1, dark brown - Slip knot yarn to hook and slip stitch yarn into the last stitch made in round 4.
Single crochet into the next stitch, chain 7, then make a half double crochet stitch in the 2nd chain from the hook, half double crochet into the next stitch, then make 2 half double crochets in the next.
Then make a half-double crochet in each of the next 3 stitches, half-double crochet into the top of the single crochet, then slip stitch into the base of the single crochet, chain 1, cut yarn, and fasten off.
Abbreviated version
Round 1, dark brown - Slip knot yarn to hook and sl st yarn into the last stitch made in round 4.
Sc in next st, ch7, hdc in 2nd ch from hk, hdc in next st, 2hdc in next st, 1hdc in next 3-sts, hdc on top of sc, then sl st into the base of sc, ch1, cut yarn and fasten off.
Pumpkin leaf and tendril
I have not included the instructions for making the leaf here. You can find written instructions for the pumpkin leaf and tendril on the printable pattern below.
If you need a step-by-step guide, see the full instructions on our pumpkin leaf pattern page.
Finishing
Pull the starting yarn tail tight to close the magic ring, use a darning needle to weave in the end secure it in place, and cut excess yarn.
Weave in the ends of the pumpkin stem.
Position the leaf and tendril at the base of the stem and at the top edge of the pumpkin.
Secure them in place with a few stitches, ensuring the tendril does not fall onto the pumpkin where the cup will sit.
When sewing the tendril in place, twist it a few times to the point where it meets the base of the leaf.
By twisting the tendril, you will avoid creating a straight edge on the tendril.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best crochet stitch for a coaster depends on your personal preference and the look and feel or the coaster you want.
Experiment with different stitches and yarn weights to create coasters that match your style and decor.
But do keep in mind that coasters should be relatively sturdy to protect surfaces from moisture and heat, so choose a stitch that provides enough thickness and stability.
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Learn To Crochet
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- How to crochet for beginners
- Crochet terms and abbreviations
- How to read a crochet pattern for beginners
- How to read a yarn label
- How to hold yarn when crocheting
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Printable Instructions
Crochet Pumpkin Coasters
What You Will Need
Yarn
- #3 light (light worsted, DK, 8ply) 100% cotton yarn.
- Pumpkin, 12.6 yards (11.55 meters) or golden brown yarn
- Stem, 1.3 yards (1.20 meters) or dark brown yarn
- Leaf and tendrils, 4.6 yards (4.2 meters) of green yarn
Hook
- 3.5 mm or a crochet hook
Notions
- Scissors
- Yarn Needle
Gauge
- Not important for this pattern
Finished Size
- These crochet pumpkin coasters are about 4 inches (10 cm) wide.
Stitches and Abbreviations Used (US Terms)
- MR - magic ring
- ch - chain
- sc - single crochet
- hdc - half double crochet
- dc- double crochet
- tr - treble st
- sl st - slip stitch
- rpt - repeat
- st/sts - stitch/stitches
- sp - space
Instructions
Pumpkin Coaster (orange yarn)
- Foundation - MR, or ch3, sl st into 1st st to make a ring.
- Round 1 - Ch2 (not a st), 15dc in ring, sl st into 1st dc to join. [15dc]
- Round 2 - Ch2 (not counted as a st), 2dc in same sp as ch-2, 2dc in each st, sl st into 1st dc to join. [30dc]
- Round 3 - Ch2 (not counted as a st), 2dc in same sp as ch-2, *1dc in next st, 2dc in next st, rpt from * to the end, sl st into top of 1st dc to join. [45dc]
- Round 4 - sc in next st, hdc in next, 1dc in each of the next 5-sts, 1tr in each of the next 5-sts, 1 dc in each of the next 6-sts, 1hdc, 1sc, sl st into each of the next 3-sts, 1sc, 1hdc in next 2-sts, 1dc in each of the next 6-sts, 1tr in each of the next 5-sts, 1dc in next 5- sts, 1hdc in next st, 1sc, sl st into next st, ch1, cut yarn and fasten off. [45 stitches]
Stem (brown yarn)
- Round 1 - Sl knot yarn to hook and sl st yarn into the last stitch made in round 4.Sc in next st, ch7, 1hdc in 2nd ch from hk, 1hdc in next st, 2hdc in next st, 1hdc in next 3-sts, 1hdc on top of sc, then sl st into the base of sc, ch1, cut yarn and fasten off.
Pumpkin Leaf and Tendril (green yarn)
- Round 1 - 10sc in MR, sl st in 1st st to join. [10sc]
- Round 2 - Ch1, (2hdc) in same sp as ch-1, (hdc, dc) in next st, (dc, tr, ch3, sl st) in next st, sl st into next st, (sl st, ch2, dc, tr) in next st, (tr, dc, ch2, sl st) in next st, sl st in next st, (sl st, ch3, tr, dc) in next st, (dc, hdc) in next st, (2hdc, ch1, sl st) in next st, sl st in next st, ch2.
- Cut yarn if you want only the leaf, and leave a tail long enough for attaching. If you wish to add a curly tendril follow the steps below.
- Row 1 (tendril) - Ch14, 2sc in 2nd ch from hk, 2sc in each st down next 12-sts.
- Cut yarn, and leave a long tail for attaching.
Finish
- Pull the starting yarn tail tight to close the magic ring, use a darning needle to weave in the end secure it in place, and cut excess yarn.Weave in the ends of the pumpkin stem.Position the leaf and tendril at the base of the stem and at the top edge of the pumpkin. Secure them in place with a few stitches, ensuring the tendril does not fall onto the pumpkin where the cup will sit.When sewing the tendril in place, twist it a few times to the point where it meets the base of the leaf.By twisting the tendril, you will avoid creating a straight edge on the tendril.
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