Quinnley Coaster

Quinnley Coaster by Ashley Edmonds

What Is Being Made

The Quinnley Coaster is a beginner-friendly crochet coaster designed by Ashley Edmonds through Through The Loop Yarn Craft. This small table setting accessory measures approximately 4 inches across when laid flat, making it an ideal project for protecting surfaces from beverages and hot dishes. The coaster features decorative picot stitches that add visual interest to a simple, functional design.

Crochet Techniques Used

This pattern employs several fundamental crochet techniques suitable for beginners. The coaster is constructed using the Magic Circle (also called Magic Ring) method to start the project, which creates a tight center point for circular designs. The pattern works in rounds, building outward from the center to create the coaster's circular shape. The design includes increases to expand the diameter as rounds progress, and concludes with a decorative picot round that adds an elegant finished edge. The pattern notes that size can be adjusted by adding additional rounds before the final picot round if a larger coaster is desired.

Stitches Used

The Quinnley Coaster utilizes a limited selection of basic crochet stitches, making it accessible for beginners:

• Chain (ch) – Used for foundation and stitch construction
• Single Crochet (sc) – A fundamental short stitch providing structure
• Half Double Crochet (hdc) – A medium-height stitch adding dimension
• Double Crochet (dc) – A taller stitch used in the pattern
• Picot Stitch – A decorative stitch that creates small loops or bumps along the edge for a finished, ornamental appearance

The pattern notes that chain 1 and chain 2 do not count as stitches in this design, which is important for stitch counting and pattern accuracy.

Materials and Tools

The Quinnley Coaster requires minimal materials, making it an economical project. Each coaster uses approximately 14 to 15 yards of #3 DK weight yarn. The pattern specifies Lion Brand Coboo, a cotton and rayon blend yarn that provides a soft, absorbent quality ideal for coasters. A US size G/6 (4.0mm) crochet hook is recommended; the pattern mentions using a Furls Odyssey hook, though any hook of this size will work. Additional materials include scissors for cutting yarn and a yarn needle for weaving in ends. The gauge is noted as not critical for this project, allowing for flexibility in tension and hook choice.

Finishing and Blocking

The pattern includes helpful finishing notes for achieving the best results. The coaster may not sit completely flat immediately after completion; the designer recommends either pushing it flat and placing a heavy object on it for a few minutes, or blocking the finished piece for a more polished appearance. A YouTube tutorial is referenced for additional visual guidance on the Magic Circle and Picot stitches, providing extra support for beginners learning these techniques.