Kaleidoscope Coaster

Description

If you loved making the Kaleidoscope Mandala, you will adore watching these charming Kaleidoscope Coasters stitch up in the exact same mesmerizing way, only much faster! Beginners shouldn’t feel intimidated by the intricate, starburst look—it is incredibly straightforward to achieve. The secret to those beautiful plunging lines of color is the “Spike Double Crochet,” an easy-to-learn technique where you simply anchor your stitch into the lower rows. It is a delightfully engaging process that keeps your hands happy and builds your confidence round by round.

Measuring a perfect 4 ½ inches across, these sturdy little mats are brilliant for protecting your surfaces from hot mugs and cold glasses alike. They make a wonderful addition to a patio table, kitchen counter, or office desk to add an instant splash of handmade personality. Because you can whip up a whole set in no time, they serve as the ultimate thoughtful gift. Craft a matching bundle to go with the large mandala for a spectacular housewarming present, or surprise a coworker with a colorful set to cheer up their workspace.

What’s Included

• Written Instructions: A step-by-step breakdown detailing all 7 rounds so you can confidently glide through the project.

• Special Techniques Explained: A dedicated guide to mastering the Spike Double Crochet stitch with absolute ease.

• Photos Included: Bright, inspiring images of the completed coasters to help you envision your final layout.

• Finishing Tips: Helpful pointers on managing your yarn ends and blocking your work so your coasters lie completely flat and smooth.

• US/UK Conversion Chart: A straightforward stitch translation block to keep your crafting simple, wherever you are based.

Pattern Details

• Difficulty: Easy

• Finished size: 4 ½” (11.43 cm) round

• Hook size(s): US Size G/6 (4 mm)

• Yarn weight: Size 3 DK cotton yarn (such as Stylecraft Naturals Organic Cotton or Classique Cotton DK)

• Gauge: 18 sc and 21 rows = 4″ (10 cm)

• Written in: US Crochet Terms (with UK conversion chart included)

Just like the larger version, these look absolutely spectacular when you play with contrasting shades, whether you prefer a dreamy palette of soft pastels or a fiery wheel of bold brights. It is a wonderful excuse to sift through your scrap basket and coordinate a few of your favorite leftover colors for a truly customized look. 

This is a PDF digital download. No physical item will be shipped. Once purchased, the pattern is yours to keep forever.