Easy crochet coasters are a great beginner project for someone new to crochet. Whether you are a new crocheter or not though, these also make great gifts. Handmade gifts are so treasured because the recipient knows how much effort and love you put into making their gift. When it is warm, a pretty coaster comes in handy to save your furniture from table rings. These pretty colored coasters are made from two skeins of cotton yarn. While you can use an acrylic yarn, I think that the cotton yarn would work much better at absorbing the moisture from your drink.

This crochet pattern for the beginner linen stitch coaster works up quickly and it is a wonderful way to practice. If you are new to crochet, then this simple pattern is for you. This crochet pattern is chocked full of crochet tutorials to help you master this project. There are video tutorials for crochet stitches, crocheting over yarn ends, color charts, as well as, some photo tutorials. Further, there are other crochet project ideas using this crochet stitch. Today, I used yarns that had a bit more earth tones in them. This pattern will lend itself well to both a solid color or variegated yarn. The coasters have been made with just one color of yarn, as well, as altering a few of the rows of color to change up the look. When crocheting coaster, I find that cotton yarn works the best. It is sturdy and washes up well too.

Bright, fun accent pieces are a great way to add to your home decor. Make them yourself with colors to match your style, and they really add a personal touch.

These bright and cheerful Daisy Coasters are the perfect summertime accessory for your barbecues and picnics. They measure approximately 5" in diameter and are made with worsted weight yarn. Make a handful of them in a variety of colors!

Mmm citrus...If you've made some my crochet citrus coasters, you may be looking for something extra special to store them in. Here's the perfect thing: a Crochet Coaster Box with Lid. It is so easy and fun. The best part? You can use the scraps from the citrus coasters to make it! This little ray of sunshine is sure to light up the room and put a smile on your face! Let's get started!

This coaster is a super quick pattern, thanks to the super bulky T-Shirt yarn. And yes I timed it, you can definitely make this in 9 minutes or less! This pattern uses the waistcoat or knit stitch and a 'seamless join' technique to avoid that 'slip stitch seam' that you get when you work in the round. The pattern includes a full photo and video tutorial, which is especially useful for learning how to do the seamless join.

It's the Holiday Season and it is time for a crochet simple snowflake coaster pattern. Make one in less than 30 minutes and that includes sewing in the yarn ends. Go ahead and rest that mug of holiday cocoa on a pretty handmade coaster. This free crochet coaster pattern is simple and not as cold as the real thing. There is a 2 part video tutorial on all 4 rounds of this crochet coaster; including the magic circle and how to weave in ends. Quickly crochet these snowflakes in the morning and be ready for a party in the afternoon or evening. If you are like me, you always want to make sure that the hostess has something special, too. Four Rounds and the snowflake is done.

This free crochet coaster pattern is a great project to make adorable heart-shaped decorations for Valentine's Day or just to have around the house!

From the blogger: "These cute heart-shaped coasters are super quick and easy to make, they are made in only 6 rounds! The pattern gives a step-by-step guide with photos, so it's perfect for beginners. This is a great project for using up your scrap cotton aran/worsted weight yarns. They only use around 10g each (that's less than 20 yds). These would make great table fillers for craft stalls, or perfect last minute gifts!

This cute coaster works up like magic! Using the magic potholder technique, you'll crochet a double layered coaster that magically shapes itself into a square using just one continuous round. The thick cotton yarn is very absorbent, and durable, making it perfect for a coaster. These little crochet coasters are just the thing for quick gifts for teachers, Valentines, or housewarming trinkets, because they're both practical and customizable to any tastes! Once you make one, you'll be hooked- pun intended.