Lily pad coasters with a tiny flower on top, made in the round with simple stitches, to create cute nature-themed mats for cups, mugs, or small plants.
These crochet lily pad coasters are a beautiful and practical way to add nature-inspired decor to your table. Each coaster is shaped like a round green lily pad with a soft, blooming flower sitting on top. They’re perfect for protecting your tabletops while adding a cheerful charm to your home. Whether it’s for your morning coffee or a fun family dinner, these crochet coasters combine style and function effortlessly.
Crochet Lily Pad Coasters
What makes these crochet lily pad coasters special is how easy and friendly they are. All you need is green yarn for the base, pink yarn for the flower, and basic crochet tools like a 3mm hook, scissors, a needle, and some glue. Even if you’re new to crocheting, the following steps are simple to follow, and the adorable result is worth it. You’ll learn to make crochet coasters with smooth stitches, and then create the flower using easy petal loops that come together beautifully.
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Key Features & Construction Highlights
- Worked in the round from a magic ring using double crochet.
- Simple increase pattern builds a neat, flat lily pad circle.
- Edge is finished with a round of single crochet for a clean, sturdy border.
- Separate flower is made in a magic ring with chained petals.
- Flower is attached with glue (or sewn) for a secure, decorative finish.
- Uses only basic stitches: magic ring, double crochet, single crochet, increases, and slip stitch.
Expanded Overview of the Construction Process
The lily pad coaster starts from the very center with a magic ring, giving the base its smooth, round shape. After forming the ring, the pattern builds up with double crochets, working in the round. Each round is joined with a slip stitch and begins with a small chain, keeping the circle neat and helping the stitches sit evenly. This method creates a solid, fabric-like surface that’s perfect for supporting cups and glasses.
To shape the lily pad, the tutorial uses a clear increase pattern in double crochet. The second round is made entirely of increases, doubling the stitch count quickly. Subsequent rounds alternate between a set number of regular double crochets and increases—first one DC and an increase, then two DCs and an increase. This classic increase structure spreads the fabric evenly so the coaster lies flat instead of curling or ruffling, giving you a tidy, round pad.
Once the desired size is reached, the pattern switches from double crochet to single crochet. After chaining one and turning the work, you crochet a full round of single crochets across the edge. This change in stitch height tightens and firms up the border, framing the lily pad with a clean, compact edge. The yarn is then cut, pulled through to fasten off, and the tails are carefully woven in with a needle to keep everything secure and invisible.
The flower on top is worked separately, again starting with a magic ring. Each petal is formed by chaining two, working one double crochet into the ring, chaining two again, and then slip stitching back into the ring. Repeating this five times creates five dainty petals radiating from the center. When the petals are complete, the ring is closed, and a final slip stitch at the base of the first petal tidies everything up. The tails are mostly woven in, but a bit is left to help anchor the flower when gluing or sewing.
To finish, the flower is placed wherever you like on the lily pad—slightly off-center for a more natural look—and secured with glue between the coaster and the back of the flower. If you prefer a more durable join, you can sew it down with the remaining tail and a needle. The result is a lightweight, charming lily pad coaster with a soft three-dimensional flower that adds texture and a bit of whimsy to your table.
Video Tutorial
Step-by-Step Pattern
Materials
To make your Lily Pad Coasters, you will need:
- Green Yarn: Choose a medium-weight yarn for the lily pad base.
- Pink Yarn: Select a contrasting yarn for the flower embellishment.
- Crochet Hook: Size 3 mm crochet hook.
- Scissors: To cut your yarn.
- Needle: For weaving in yarn ends.
- Glue (optional): To attach the flower embellishment to the lily pad.
Pattern Instructions
Step 1: Crochet the Lily Pad (Base)
- Round 1:
- Begin with a magic ring.
- Chain 2 (this counts as the first double crochet).
- Work 12 double crochets (dc) into the ring.
- Pull the loop tight to close the ring, then slip stitch (slst) into the first stitch to finish the round. (12 stitches)
- Round 2:
- Chain 2.
- Work 2 dc (inc) into each stitch around (you’re increasing in every stitch).
- Finish the round with a slst into the first stitch. (24 stitches)
- Round 3:
- Chain 2.
- Work 1 dc into the first stitch, then increase (2 dc) into the next stitch.
- Repeat this sequence (1 dc, inc) all the way around.
- Slst into the first stitch to close the round. (36 stitches)
- Round 4:
- Chain 2.
- Work 2 dc into the first two stitches, then increase (2 dc) into the next stitch.
- Repeat this sequence (2 dc, inc) all the way around.
- Slst into the first stitch to close the round. (48 stitches)
- Round 5:
- Chain 1 and turn your work.
- Work 1 sc in each stitch around (single crochet into every stitch for a total of 48 stitches).
- Slst, cut the yarn, and pull through to fasten off.
- Use your needle to weave in the ends.
Your lily pad base is complete!
Step 2: Crochet the Flower Embellishment
- Begin with a magic ring.
- Chain 2, work 1 double crochet (dc), then chain 2 again and slip stitch (slst) into the ring. This forms one petal.
- Repeat this sequence (ch 2, dc, ch 2, slst) a total of 5 times to form 5 petals.
- Pull tight to close the magic ring, then slst at the base of the first petal to finish the flower.
- Fasten off: Chain 1, cut the yarn, and pull through.
- Use your needle to hide the yarn tails, leaving a portion intact for sewing or glueing.
Step 3: Attach the Flower to the Lily Pad
- Place the flower on your lily pad at the desired position.
- Secure the flower using glue for a quick attachment. Alternatively, use the leftover yarn tails and a needle to carefully sew the flower onto the lily pad.
- Hide any remaining ends securely.
Finishing Touches
Your Crochet Lily Pad Coasters are finished! Make additional coasters to complete a matching set for your home. Block the coasters if necessary to help them lie completely flat.
Troubleshooting and Suggestions
- If your circle is ruffling, you may be adding too many increases; double-check the pattern’s “DC plus increase” sequence.
- If the coaster curls up like a bowl, you might be missing some increases or working too tightly—try loosening your tension slightly.
- For a clean edge, make sure you actually turn your work before doing the single crochet round; skipping the turn can twist or skew the border.
- Keep your magic ring snug for both pad and flower so there’s no hole in the center; if it loosens, tug the tail again before securing.
Creative ideas:
- Try different greens for the pad—deep forest, bright lime, or variegated yarn—for a more natural or playful look.
- Swap the pink flower for white, yellow, or even a multicolor yarn to mimic water lilies in different stages of bloom.
- Add a tiny bead or French knot embroidery in the center of the flower for an extra bit of detail.
- Make a set of coasters and a slightly larger version (adding one more increase round) to use as a matching teapot or plant mat.
- Stitch a small “notch” or wedge into the circle in one round to mimic a real lily pad cut-out for added realism.
