Cha (Tea) reversible coaster

Cha (Tea) Reversible Knitted Coaster by Duke of Nikko

What Is Being Made

The Cha (Tea) coaster is a reversible knitted design featuring the Japanese Kanji character 茶 (Cha), which means tea. This Amimoji design produces a finished square coaster measuring approximately 5 inches by 5 inches (12.5cm by 12.5cm). The reversible construction means both sides of the coaster display the design, making it a functional and decorative piece for any table setting. A single ball of yarn in each color can easily produce a set of five coasters.

Techniques and Stitches Used

This pattern requires the double knitting technique, which is the primary advanced skill needed for this project. Double knitting is a method that creates a thick, reversible fabric with a pattern visible on both sides simultaneously. The base stitch used throughout the pattern is double knitting stockinette stitch worked flat, which produces a smooth, professional finish. The pattern includes edge solutions to ensure clean, finished edges on all sides of the coaster.

Materials and Tools

The suggested materials for creating one coaster include:

• Yarn: Lion Brand LB Collection Cotton Jeans Yarn in two colors—Deep Indigo (Color A) and Sunbleached (Color B). Each color requires 1 ball, with 30 yards or 25 meters (0.5 oz or 15g) per color needed for a single coaster.
• Needles: US #3 (3.25mm) needles, or the size necessary to obtain proper gauge
• Additional Tools: Stitch markers, tapestry needle, and scissors for weaving in ends

Gauge and Difficulty

The required gauge is 18 stitches and 24 rows per 4 inches (10cm) when working double knitting stockinette stitch flat. While the pattern is labeled as beginner to advanced, the double knitting technique positions this as an intermediate-level project. Knitters should have foundational skills before attempting this pattern, as double knitting requires coordination and attention to maintaining two working yarns simultaneously.