Easy Crochet Sunflower Coasters With Basket

In this blog post, we'll walk you through creating charming crochet sunflower coasters and a practical storage basket.

Even if you're new to crocheting, this easy pattern will provide a rewarding experience.

Don't worry if you're a beginner or haven't crocheted in a while. We will guide you step by step, covering yarn selection, basic stitches, and techniques.

Why Crochet Sunflower Coasters?

Making crochet sunflower coasters and a storage basket can be a fun and creative way for several reasons, like:

1. It helps to improve your skills - Crocheting these sunflower coasters and a storage basket can be an excellent way to enhance your crochet skills.
   
   You can learn new stitches, techniques, and patterns while working on this pattern.
   
   And with practice, you can improve your proficiency in crochet and take on more complex projects in the future.
2. They are budget-friendly to make - These are quick to make and use very little yarn making them an inexpensive way to practice your crochet techniques.
3. They make great gifts -  Crocheted sunflower coasters make wonderful handmade gifts for friends and loved ones.
   
   You can create a set of coasters as a housewarming gift, for Christmas, Mother's Day or other special occasions.
4. You can personalize them - When you create crochet items, you have the opportunity to customize them to your liking.
   
   You can choose the colors, yarn types, and sizes that match your style and preferences. This allows you to add a unique touch to your home accessories.

Pattern Details

• Skill Level - Intermediate beginner
• Yarn Weight - #3 light (light worsted, DK, 8ply)
• Hook Size - 3.75 mm
• Finished Size - About 6 inches (15.5cm) in diameter
• Time To Complete - About 40-60 minutes for each coaster

Easy Sunflower Coasters

Brighten up your home with a delightful and effortless project: a Sunflower Coaster!

This easy crochet pattern is perfect for adding a touch of Spring or Summer decor to your living space, and its vibrant colors are guaranteed to captivate attention.

Whether you make a few for your own enjoyment or create an entire set to give as gifts, this project is a fantastic way to infuse your surroundings with warmth and beauty.

If you like these sunflower coasters you might also like this pattern for crochet sunflower coasters in a pot, these sunflower granny squares or these crochet flower patterns or these sunflower crochet coasters.

Crochet Stitches

You will need to know a few basic crochet stitches to make this sunflower coaster pattern. Listed below are the stitches used in this pattern.

Chain Stich (ch)

1. Make a slip knot.
2. Yarn over hook (YO)
3. Draw a loop of yarn back up through the loop on the crochet hook. One chain stitch has been made.
4. 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.
5. See how to start a crochet chain stitch with detailed step-by-step instructions.

Single Crochet (sc)

1. Yarn over hook (YO), insert hook from the front to the back of a stitch.
2. Yarn over hook (YO) and pull back up through the stitch. You should have two loops on the hook.
3. Yarn over hook (YO) and pull the yarn back through all the loops on the hook.
4. This completes a single crochet stitch.
5. See how to single crochet with detailed step by step instructions.

Half Double Crochet (hdc)

1. Yarn over hook (YO), insert the hook from the front to the back of a stitch.
2. Yarn over hook (YO) again and pull back up through the stitch. 3 loops on the hook.
3. Yarn over hook (YO), and pull the yarn back through all three loops on the hook.
4. This completes a half-double crochet stitch.
5. See how to half-double crochet with detailed step-by-step instructions.

Double Crochet Stitch (dc)

1. Yarn over hook (YO), insert the hook from the front to the back of a stitch.
2. Yarn over hook (YO) again and pull back up through the stitch. You will have three loops on the hook.
3. Yarn over hook (YO) pull the yarn back through two loops on the hook. You will now have two loops on the hook.
4. Yarn over hook (YO) pull the yarn back through the two loops on the hook.
5. This completes a double crochet stitch.

Slip Stitch (sl st)

1. Insert the hook from the from to the back of a stitch.
2. Yarn over hook (YO) pull the yarn back through both the stitch and the loop on the hook.
3. This completes a slip stitch.
4. See how to crochet a slip stitch with detailed step-by-step instructions.

You will also need to know some special stitches and terms like: Back of Loop (BL/BLO), double crochet 2 cluster (dc2 cluster, ) and double crochet 3 cluster (dc3 cluster).

You can learn more about these in our special stitches section further down the page.

What You Will Need

DK (light worsted, 8ply) cotton blend or 100% cotton yarn, skein weight 1.76 ounces/50 grams (103 yards/95 meters) 

• Color A - 1 skein dark brown (flower center) - you should be able to work six coasters out of this.
• Color B - 1 skein gold (flower petals) - you will use only a tiny portion of this yarn color.
• Color C - 1 skein green (basket) - you will use up about half a skein.
• Crochet hook size 3.75 mm
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors

Gauge

Although the gauge is not that important for this project, if you would like your crochet sunflower coasters and basket to match the size of this pattern, test your crochet gauge before starting the project. 

Gauge for this pattern = 15 double crochet stitches x 10 rows over a 4 x 4 inch / 10 x 10cm square.

Stitches And Abbreviations - US Terms

• BL - back of loop - see below
• ch - chain
• col - color
• dc - double crochet
• DC2CL - double crochet 2 cluster - see below
• DC3CL - double crochet 3 cluster - see below
• hdc - half double crochet
• hk - hook
• lp/lps - loop/loops
• MR - magic ring
• prev - previous
• rnd - round
• rpt - repeat
• sc - single crochet
• sk - skip
• sl st - slip stitch
• sp/sps - space/spaces
• st/sts - stitch/stitches
• YO - yarn over
• [] - at the end of a round indicates the number of stitches in that round.

Special Stitches

Back Loop / Back Loop Only (BL or BLO)

• When you normally crochet you tend to look at the side of the work. To identify the back loop, look at the row from the top.
• Each of the stitches will look like a "V" laying down with its point, pointing to the left and away from the hook if you are a right-hand crocheter.
• The loop of the "V" that is at the back of the work is referred to as the back loop.
• This single back loop is the part of the stitch you need to crochet into whenever a pattern asks you to crochet into the back loop only (BL or BLO).

Double crochet 2 together cluster (dc2 cluster)

A double crochet 2 cluster is made by working two double crochets in the same space and completed as one stitch. This means that it does not change the stitch count.

1. Yarn over hook (YO), insert hook into a stitch, yarn over the hook (YO), and pull the yarn through the stitch. You should have three loops on your hook.
2. Yarn over the hook (YO) and pull the yarn through the first two loops on the hook. You should now have two loops on the hook.
3. Yarn over the hook (YO), insert hook into the same stitch, then yarn over the hook (YO), and pull the yarn through the stitch. You should now have four loops on the hook.
4. Yarn over the hook (YO) and pull the yarn through the first two loops on the hook. You should have three loops on the hook.
5. Yarn over the hook (YO) and pull the yarn through the first two loops on the hook. You should now have three loops on the hook.
6. Yarn over the hook (YO) and pull the yarn through all loops remaining on your hook. 
7. Chain 1 to secure the stitch. 
8. This completes a dc2 cluster.

Abbreviated version

dc2CL - YO, insert hk in st, YO, pull up loop, YO, pull through 2 loops, (YO, insert hook in same st, YO, pull up loop, YO, pull through 2 loops) YO, pull through all loops on hk, ch1.

Double crochet 3 cluster (dc3 cluster)

A double crochet 3 cluster is made by working three double crochets in the same space and completed as one stitch. This means that it does not change the stitch count.

1. Yarn over hook (YO), insert hook into a stitch, yarn over the hook (YO), and pull the yarn through the stitch. You should have three loops on your hook.
2. Yarn over the hook (YO) and pull the yarn through the first two loops on the hook. You should now have two loops on the hook.
3. Yarn over the hook (YO), insert hook into the same stitch, then yarn over the hook (YO), and pull the yarn through the stitch. You should now have four loops on the hook.
4. Yarn over the hook (YO) and pull the yarn through the first two loops on the hook. You should have three loops on the hook.
5. Yarn over the hook (YO), insert the hook into the same stitch, yarn over the hook, and pull the yarn through the stitch. You should now have five loops on the hook.
6. Yarn over the hook (YO) and pull the yarn through the first two loops on the hook. You should now have four loops on the hook.
7. Yarn over the hook (YO) and pull the yarn through all four loops remaining on your hook. 
8. Chain 1 to secure the stitch. 
9. This completes a dc3 cluster.

Abbreviated Version

dc3CL - YO, insert hook in st, YO, pull up loop, YO, pull through 2 loops, (YO, insert hook in same st, YO, pull up loop, YO, pull through 2 loops) twice, YO, pull through all 4 loops on hook, ch1.

Pattern Notes

• Each coaster measures about 5.5 inches/14 cm from petal tip to tip.
• The basket is about 5.5 inches/14 cm in diameter and 1.5 inches/4 cm high.

Pattern Instructions

Start by making a foundation ring, you can either make a foundation ring or a magic circle.

1. A foundation ring - Color A (brown). Chain 3, then insert the hook into the first chain stitch and join with a slip stitch to form a circle.
2. A magic ring - Color A (brown). If you like the look of a granny square without a center hole, make a magic ring, because you can tighten the loop after the first round has been made so it is barely visible.

Round One

Step 1, color A - Chain 3 (counts as 1 double crochet), then make 17 double crochets in the center ring. Join the round with a slip stitch at the top of chain 3. If using a magic circle pull the circle tight.

You should have 18 double crochets.

Abbreviated version

Rnd 1, col A - Ch3 (counts as 1dc), work 17dc into the foundation ring. Join with sl st at top of ch-3. [18 dc]

Round Two

Step 2 - Chain 3 (counts as 1 double crochet), double crochet in the same space as chain 3, then make 2 double crochets into each stitch of the previous round. Join with a slip stitch on top of chain 3, chain 1, and fasten off.

You should have 36 double crochet stitches in round two.

Abbreviated version

Rnd 2 - Ch3 (counts as 1dc), make 1dc in same sp as ch-3, then 2dc in each st of the prev rnd. Join with sl st in top of ch-3, ch1 and fasten off. [36dc]

Round Three

Step 3 - Chain 3 (counts as a double crochet), 1 double crochet in same space as chain 3, then chain 5 and then place 2 double crochet stitches in the next stitch. 

* Skip two stitches, place 2 double crochets in the next stitch, then chain 5, and then place 2 double crochet stitches in the next stitch. Repeat from * seven more times.

Slip stitch into top of chain 3. 

You should have 18 x 2 double crochets and 9 x chain 5 spaces.

Abbreviated version

Rnd 3 - Ch3 (count as 1dc), 1dc in same sp as ch-3, ch5, 2dc in next st, * sk 2-sts, 2dc in next st, ch5, 2dc in next st, rep from * 7 more times, sl st in top of ch-3. [18x2dc, 9xch5-sps]

Round Eleven

Step 11 - Chain 1 (counts as 1 single crochet), work 1 single crochet in each stitch of the previous round, slip stitch into the top of chain 1, chain 1, and fasten off. [You should have 72 half-double crochet stitches.]

Abbreviated version

Rnd 11 - Ch1 (count as sc), 1sc in each st of the prev rnd, sl st in top of ch-1, ch1, fasten off and weave in ends. [72sc]

Finishing

Crochet sunflower coaster - To make the coasters lay flat after finishing them off after weaving in the ends, hold down with one hand on a flat surface and gently pull each petal out with the other. 

You might also like to block your coasters to even out the stitches and enhance the final appearance. Blocking involves gently wetting or steaming the coaster and shaping it to the desired dimensions.

Crochet basket - Use a yarn needle to weave in the loose ends.

Color Variations

Here are some color variations you can consider for crochet sunflowers:

1. Classic sunflower - Use yellow yarn for the petals, and brown for the center.
2. Vibrant sunflower - Experiment with bright and bold colors like orange, red, or purple for the petals, and a contrasting color like teal or turquoise for the center.
3. Pastel sunflower - Opt for soft and delicate shades such as pastel pink, lavender, or mint green for the petals, and a light brown or cream color for the center.
4. Monochromatic sunflower - Choose different shades of a single color, such as various yellows for both the petals and the center, to create a cohesive and monochromatic look.
5. Ombre sunflower - Use yarn in shades that transition from light to dark, creating a gradient effect. For example, start with a pale yellow for the inner petals and gradually transition to a deep golden yellow for the outer petals.
6. Autumn sunflower - Embrace the colors of fall by using warm tones like deep oranges, and rust browns for the center of the petals. 
7. Sunset sunflower -  Capture the hues of a sunset by using a combination of warm colors like deep red, burnt orange, and golden yellow for the petals, and a dark brown or burgundy for the center.
8. Tropical sunflower - Go for a tropical vibe with vibrant colors such as hot pink, electric blue, or sunny yellow for the petals, and a contrasting color like lime green or turquoise for the center.

Remember, these are just suggestions to spark your creativity. Feel free to mix and match colors, try out different combinations, or even add unique touches like variegated yarn to make your crochet sunflower coaster truly one-of-a-kind.

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