Easy Crochet Sunburst Coaster Pattern (Free & Quick)

There is something incredibly satisfying about a crochet project you can finish in under an hour. This Golden Hour Sunburst Coaster combines the classic, cheerful geometry of a sunburst motif with the practical durability of cotton yarn, creating a home decor piece that is as functional as it is beautiful.

Perfect for confident beginners, this free, easy crochet sunburst pattern introduces fun texture through puff stitches and clusters without being overly complicated. Because it only takes about 25 yards of yarn, it is the ultimate stash-buster. Make a matching set for your coffee table, or mix and match colors for a vibrant, bohemian vibe.

Quick Stats:

• Skill Level: Easy
• Finished Size: 5.5 inches in diameter
• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton, approx. 25 yards
• Hook: US H/8 (5.0 mm)

What You’ll Need

Gather your supplies! For coasters, fiber choice is important. I highly recommend 100% cotton yarn because it absorbs condensation from cold drinks and withstands the heat of your morning coffee mug.

• Yarn: Worsted (4) weight 100% cotton yarn — approximately 25 yards per coaster.
• Hook: US H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook
• Notions: Yarn needle, scissors
• Gauge: Rounds 1-2 measure 2.5 inches (6.3 cm) in diameter

Tips Before You Start

1. Mind your tension: Puff stitches look best when you pull your loops up to the full height of the current row. Don’t pull your yarn overs too tight!
2. Blocking is magic: Coasters can sometimes curl slightly after the final round. A quick wet block will relax the cotton fibers and make your sunburst lay perfectly flat.
3. Seamless color changes: If you want to make each round a different color, fasten off at the end of the round and join your new color in any chain space.

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Pattern Instructions

Special Stitches

Puff Stitch (puff): [Yo, insert hook in st, yo, pull up a loop] 3 times in same st (7 loops on hook), yo, pull through all 7 loops.

3-Double Crochet Cluster (3-dc cl): [Yo, insert hook in st, yo, pull through 2 loops] 3 times in same st (4 loops on hook), yo, pull through all 4 loops.

Notes

• The coaster is worked in joined rounds.
• Ch 3 at the beginning of Rnd 1 counts as a dc.
• Ch 2 at the beginning of Rnds 2 and 3 does not count as a stitch.
• Stitch counts are given in bold at the end of each round.

Foundation

Make a Magic Ring (MR).

Body

Rnd 1: Ch 3 (counts as dc), 15 dc in MR. Pull tail to close ring tightly. Sl st to top of beg ch-3 to join. (16 sts)

Rnd 2: Ch 2, puff st in same st, ch 1. *Puff st in next dc, ch 1; rep from * around. Sl st to top of first puff st to join. (32 sts)

Rnd 3: Sl st into first ch-1 sp, ch 2. 3-dc cl in same sp, ch 2. *3-dc cl in next ch-1 sp, ch 2; rep from * around. Sl st to top of first cluster to join. (48 sts)

Rnd 4: Sl st into first ch-2 sp, ch 1, sc in same sp. 7 dc in next ch-2 sp. *Sc in next ch-2 sp, 7 dc in next ch-2 sp; rep from * around. Sl st to first sc to join. (64 sts)

Finishing

1. Fasten off and weave in all ends securely.
2. Wet block the coaster by soaking it in lukewarm water, pressing out excess moisture with a towel, and pinning it flat to dry. This ensures the scalloped edges lay perfectly flat.

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Make It Your Own

• Bunting or Garland: String several of these sunburst motifs together along a long crochet chain to make a cheerful window garland.
• Face Scrubbies: Stop after Round 3 for a perfectly sized, textured reusable cotton face scrubby.
• Mandala Wall Art: Attach the finished motif to a 6-inch metal craft hoop for instant boho wall decor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use acrylic yarn for this coaster?

While you can use acrylic yarn to practice the pattern, it is not recommended for coasters. Acrylic is essentially plastic; it won’t absorb moisture from sweating glasses, and hot mugs can cause the fibers to melt or warp. Stick to 100% cotton or a cotton-linen blend for the best results.

How do I stop my coaster from curling?

Curling usually happens if your tension is too tight, especially on the chain spaces in Rounds 2 and 3. Try going up half a hook size. If it only curls slightly, wet blocking the finished piece will almost always flatten it out beautifully.

Is this pattern beginner-friendly?

Yes! If you know how to double crochet and chain, you can make this. The puff stitches and clusters might be new to you, but they are just variations of basic stitches. Take it one round at a time.

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