Tea Cup Coaster

Tea Cup Coaster by Divine Debris

Project Overview

The Tea Cup Coaster is a charming crochet project designed by Divine Debris for table setting use. This downloadable PDF pattern creates a functional and decorative coaster perfect for holding a tea cup, complete with a handle detail and coordinating tea tag element. The finished piece measures approximately 4.5 inches wide at the top, just over 2 inches at the bottom, and just over 3 inches in height, making it an ideal size for standard teacups.

Skill Level and Construction Method

Rated as an easy, beginner-friendly project, the Tea Cup Coaster is worked from the bottom up using a straightforward row-by-row construction method. The pattern is worked back and forth in rows with a turn at the beginning and end of each row. After completing the main body, a single crochet border is added around the edges to create a finished, polished appearance. The handle is then attached to one side of the piece, and finally, a separate tea tag element is incorporated as the last step of assembly.

Crochet Stitches and Techniques

This pattern utilizes fundamental crochet stitches suitable for beginners:

• Chain (Ch): The foundation stitch used to create the base of the project
• Single Crochet (Sc): Used for the border work around the edges and throughout the pattern
• Half Double Crochet (Hdc): Incorporated into the main body construction
• Double Crochet (Dc): Used in the gauge measurement and primary fabric structure

An important pattern note: the chain 1 at the beginning of rows does not count as a stitch, which is a common convention in crochet patterns that helps maintain consistent stitch counts throughout the project.

Materials and Gauge

The Tea Cup Coaster requires minimal materials, making it an economical project. You will need a US G (4.25 mm) crochet hook and worsted weight, medium weight number 4 yarn in a quantity of less than 1 ounce or approximately 100 yards. A yarn needle is also needed for weaving in ends and assembling the components.

The pattern gauge is 19 double crochets by 9 rows over a 4.5 inch by 4.5 inch square. Working to the correct gauge ensures your finished coaster will be the proper dimensions for functional use with standard teacups.

Design Features

The Tea Cup Coaster features a tapered design that mimics the shape of an actual teacup, with the widest point at the top measuring 4.5 inches, narrowing to just over 2 inches at the bottom, and expanding again to 4.5 inches at the middle where the handle is positioned. This thoughtful shaping makes the coaster both decorative and practical for holding teacups securely. The addition of a coordinating tea tag adds an extra decorative touch and makes this project suitable as a handmade gift.