Crocheting is one of the most enjoyable ways to bring charm and personality into everyday household items. If you’re looking for a project that’s both practical and fun, these Crochet Strawberry Coasters are a perfect choice. They’re bright, playful, and beginner-friendly—ideal for adding a splash of summer to your kitchen, protecting your furniture, or gifting to friends.

This free pattern will guide you step by step to create your own set of strawberry-inspired coasters. Don’t worry if you’re new to crochet—I’ll break everything down into simple rounds and stitches. By the end, you’ll have a full set of coasters that look good enough to eat (but please don’t!).

Materials You’ll Need

To make your crochet strawberry coasters, gather the following supplies:

• Yarn:

1.  Red (main coaster base – strawberry body)
2. Green (leaf top)
3. White (for seeds – embroidery or surface crochet)
   Recommended yarn: 100% cotton yarn, size 3 or 4 medium (cotton holds shape and absorbs condensation well).

• Crochet Hook: 3.5 mm (E) or 4 mm (G), depending on your yarn thickness and tension.
• Tools:

1. Yarn needle (for weaving in ends and embroidering seeds)
2. Scissors
3. Stitch markers (optional, for keeping track of rounds)

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• ch = chain
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• tr = treble crochet
• inc = increase (2 stitches in the same stitch)
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• rnd = round

Crochet Techniques You’ll Use

• Magic ring (to start the circle)
• Working in the round
• Increasing stitches evenly
• Simple leaf shaping with chains and slip stitches
• Embroidery for seeds

Step-by-Step Pattern

We’ll make this coaster in three sections: the red body (strawberry), the green leaf top, and the white seeds.

🍓 Part 1: The Strawberry Body (Red Circle)

Rnd 1: Make a magic ring. Ch 2 (counts as first dc). Work 11 dc into the ring. Sl st to top of ch-2 to join. (12 sts)

Rnd 2: Ch 2. 2 dc in each st around. Sl st to join. (24 sts)

Rnd 3: Ch 2. 1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st. Repeat around. Sl st to join. (36 sts)

Rnd 4: Ch 2. 1 dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st. Repeat around. Sl st to join. (48 sts)

Rnd 5: Ch 2. 1 dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st. Repeat around. Sl st to join. (60 sts)

👉 At this point, your circle should measure about 4.5–5 inches (11–13 cm) depending on your yarn and hook. That’s a good size for a standard coaster. If you’d like a larger coaster (for mugs or bowls), add another round with the same increase pattern.

Rnd 6 (Optional): Ch 2. 1 dc in next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st. Repeat around. Sl st to join. (72 sts)

Fasten off and weave in the end.

🍃 Part 2: The Leaf Top (Green)

Now we’ll crochet small leaves at the top of the coaster to mimic the strawberry crown. Attach green yarn at the top edge of the circle.

Leaf 1:

• Ch 6.
• In 2nd ch from hook: sl st.
• Next ch: sc.
• Next ch: hdc.
• Next ch: dc.
• Next ch: tr.
  Sl st into next st on coaster edge to anchor leaf.

Leaf 2–5: Repeat the same steps to make 4–5 leaves side by side. You can adjust the size of the leaves by changing the starting chain length (5 chains for smaller leaves, 7 chains for larger).

When done, sl st to finish and fasten off. Weave in ends.

👉 If you want to add a hanging loop (like in the photo), after your last leaf, chain 12–15 and sl st back to the starting point. This makes it easy to hang your coaster set on a hook or bundle them together as a gift.

✨ Part 3: The Seeds (White)

Now for the finishing touch! Using white yarn and a yarn needle:

• Thread a length of white yarn.
• Randomly embroider small straight stitches (or French knots if you prefer) across the red body to mimic strawberry seeds.
• Space them evenly but not perfectly uniform—that’s what makes it look natural.

Secure the yarn ends on the back and weave in neatly.

Assembly and Finishing

At this point, your coaster is complete! If you’ve made several, stack them up neatly and tie with a ribbon or hang them on a wooden dowel (like in the photo) for both storage and display.

Optional finishing step: Lightly block your coasters by dampening them and pinning them flat until dry. This helps keep the circles perfectly round and the leaves crisp.

Tips, Variations, and Styling Ideas

• Make a set of six: These look adorable when stacked together with their leafy tops lined up.
• Use variegated yarn for a “ripe strawberry” look with natural shading.
• Add a border: Work a final round of sc in white around the edge for a “frosted” effect.
• Turn into a garland: Crochet several strawberries, add loops, and string them together. Perfect for summer parties or kitchen décor.
• Gift idea: Pair with a mason jar filled with tea bags or lemonade mix for a sweet handmade gift set.

Final Thoughts

Crochet projects like these Strawberry Coasters are perfect for beginners because they use simple stitches and basic shaping, but the result looks impressive and professional. They’re practical, quick to make, and guaranteed to brighten your table setting.

Once you make one, you’ll want to keep going until you have a full set. And the best part? They make wonderful gifts that everyone will appreciate.

So grab your hook, some colorful yarn, and let’s crochet a little taste of summer together!