Autumn Sunflower Crochet Coasters Pattern
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About This Autumn Sunflower Crochet Coasters Pattern
Bring warm fall colors to your coffee table with these autumn sunflower crochet coasters. Each coaster combines a simple round center with a beautiful ring of textured petals, creating a handmade flower that is decorative while still being practical.
Make them in mustard gold, burnt orange, rust and olive green for a cozy autumn collection. They are quick enough for an afternoon project and make lovely handmade gifts for fall.
Materials
- Worsted weight #4 cotton yarn – olive green 20–25 g
- Worsted weight #4 cotton yarn – mustard gold 20–25 g
- Worsted weight #4 cotton yarn – burnt orange 20–25 g
- Worsted weight #4 cotton yarn – rust 20–25 g
- 4 mm crochet hook 1
- Yarn needle 1
- Scissors 1 pair
- Stitch marker optional
Abbreviations – US Terms
MRmagic ringchchainsl stslip stitchscsingle crochethdchalf double crochetdcdouble crochettrtreble crochetststitchFOfasten offFinished Size
Approximately 13–14 cm / 5–5.5 in across, measured from petal tip to petal tip.
The size may vary slightly depending on your yarn, hook and tension.
Gauge
Gauge is not critical for this project.
Your center should lie flat without curling or forming waves. If it begins to cup, loosen your tension slightly. If it becomes wavy, use a smaller hook or reduce the increases.
Color Combinations
For a collection similar to the finished set, try:
- Coaster 1: olive center + mustard petals
- Coaster 2: olive center + burnt orange petals
- Coaster 3: rust center + deep orange petals
- Coaster 4: mustard center + rust petals
Changing only the center and petal colors lets you create a coordinated set while keeping every coaster slightly different.
Round 1 – Center
With your center color, make a MR.
Ch 2.
Work 12 dc into the MR.
Pull the ring tightly closed.
Join with sl st to the first dc.
12 sts.
Round 2
Ch 2.
Work 2 dc in each stitch around.
Join with sl st.
24 sts.
Round 3
Ch 2.
Work:
1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st.
Repeat around.
Join with sl st.
36 sts.
Round 4
Ch 2.
Work:
1 dc in each of next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st.
Repeat around.
Join with sl st.
48 sts.
Round 5 – Prepare the Petals
Change to your petal color.
Join yarn in any stitch.
Ch 1.
Sc in the same stitch.
Ch 3, skip 2 stitches, sc in the next stitch.
Repeat:
*ch 3, skip 2 sts, sc in next st*
around the entire circle.
Join with sl st.
You should have 16 chain spaces.
Round 6 – Crochet the Flower Petals
Sl st into the first ch-3 space.
Into the same space work:
sc, hdc, 2 dc, tr, 2 dc, hdc, sc.
This creates one rounded sunflower petal.
Move directly into the next ch-3 space and repeat:
sc, hdc, 2 dc, tr, 2 dc, hdc, sc.
Continue around until all 16 petals are complete.
Join with sl st to the first sc.
Fasten off.
Optional Textured Petals
For chunkier, more dimensional petals, work the petal stitches around the chain space rather than into individual chain stitches.
You can also replace the center tr with two treble crochets if you want larger petals.
Finishing
- Fasten off your yarn.
- Use a yarn needle to weave all loose ends securely into the back.
- Gently shape every petal with your fingers.
- Lightly block the coaster so the center remains flat.
- Allow it to dry completely before use.
How to Block the Coasters
Place each finished coaster on a blocking mat or folded towel.
Lightly dampen the crochet.
Arrange the center into a perfect circle and spread the petals evenly around the edge.
Pin the outer tips if necessary.
Leave completely flat until dry.
Make a Complete Autumn Set
For a beautiful coordinated set, crochet 4–6 coasters using different combinations of the same four colors.
A warm palette could include:
- Mustard gold
- Pumpkin orange
- Burnt rust
- Olive green
- Deep brown
- Warm cream
Optional Matching Mug Rug
You can turn the same design into a larger mug rug by adding additional center rounds before beginning the petals.
Continue the increase sequence:
Round 5: 1 dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st.
Then add the petal round around the enlarged circle.
Care Instructions
For cotton yarn, gently hand wash or machine wash on a delicate cycle using cool water.
Reshape the petals while damp and lay flat to dry.
Avoid high heat to help the flowers keep their shape.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The project mainly uses basic stitches including chains, single crochet, double crochet and treble crochet. The petal round is repetitive once you have completed the first flower section.
Cotton is the preferred choice because it is absorbent, durable and gives the stitches good definition.
Yes. Stop after Round 3 of the center and adapt the number of petal spaces around the edge. This creates a smaller flower suitable for espresso cups or decorative use.
Curling usually means the center needs slightly more room or your tension is too tight. Try moving up one hook size or relaxing your tension.
You can, but cotton is generally more practical for coasters because of its absorbency and heat tolerance. Avoid placing extremely hot cookware on synthetic yarn.
Yes. Besides using them under mugs, the flowers can be used as small table decorations, joined into a garland, added to gift wrapping or incorporated into other autumn crochet projects.
The finished Autumn Sunflower Crochet Coasters Pattern
