The Starlight Mosaic Coaster: A Free Crochet Pattern for a Dazzling Diamond Motif

Introduction: Create Your Own Starlight Mosaic Coaster

Elevate your tabletop with this stunning crochet coaster, featuring a mesmerizing diamond pattern that catches the light like a jewel. This quick and satisfying project uses simple stitches to create a textured, geometric design that's both modern and timeless. Perfect for beginners and experienced crocheters alike, this coaster makes a wonderful handmade gift or a beautiful addition to your own home decor.

The Starlight Mosaic Coaster is worked in the round from the center out, using alternating colors to create a dazzling diamond motif. With just single crochet stitches and simple color changes, you'll create a professional-looking piece that's sure to impress.

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following supplies:

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn (e.g., Lily Sugar'n Cream) in two contrasting colors:
  • Color A (Main): 20 yards
  • Color B (Accent): 15 yards
• Hook: Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook
• Other: Scissors, yarn needle for weaving ends

Gauge: 4 sc = 1 inch; 4 rows sc = 1 inch. Gauge is important for achieving the correct size, but this project is forgiving.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Important Notes Before You Begin

• The coaster is worked in the round from the center out.
• The diamond pattern is created by alternating colors every round.
• Ch 1 at the beginning of a round does NOT count as a stitch.
• Always join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet of the round.
• When changing colors, complete the last yarn over of the final stitch of the round with the new color.

Round 1: Starting the Center

With Color A, make a magic ring. Ch 1, work 8 sc into the ring. Pull the tail tight to close the ring completely. Sl st to first sc to join. (8 sc)

Round 2: Increasing

Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around. Sl st to first sc to join. (16 sc)

Round 3: Continue Increasing

Ch 1, *sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; repeat from * around. Sl st to first sc to join. (24 sc)

Round 4: More Increases

Ch 1, *sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st; repeat from * around. Sl st to first sc to join. (32 sc)

Round 5: First Color Change

Change to Color B. Ch 1, *sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st; repeat from * around. Sl st to first sc to join. (40 sc)

Round 6: Back to Color A

Change to Color A. Ch 1, *sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st; repeat from * around. Sl st to first sc to join. (48 sc)

Rounds 7-30: Continue the Pattern

Continue working in this pattern, alternating colors every round and increasing the number of single crochets between increases by 1 each round. Follow the chart below carefully:

Finishing

Fasten off Color B. Weave in all ends using a yarn needle, being careful to secure them on the wrong side of the work. Block the coaster to a perfect square shape, pressing the diamond pattern flat. To block, dampen the coaster slightly, pin it to a flat surface in the desired square shape, and allow it to dry completely.

Your Starlight Mosaic Coaster is now complete! Enjoy the beautiful geometric pattern and the subtle sheen of the contrasting colors. This coaster makes a wonderful gift or a lovely addition to your own home.