Kitty Coaster Set

Kitty Coaster Set Crochet Pattern

What Is Being Made

The Kitty Coaster Set is a two-piece crochet collection designed by Pink Platypus Designs/Busy Bee, featuring charming cat-themed coasters perfect for home décor. This set includes two distinct designs: a Face Coaster measuring 4 inches wide by 4 inches tall including the ears, and a Bum Coaster measuring 4 inches wide by 6 inches tall including the feet and tail. These decorative coasters combine functionality with whimsical feline character, making them ideal for protecting surfaces while adding personality to any room.

Crochet Techniques and Construction

This beginner-friendly crochet pattern uses fundamental techniques accessible to crafters new to the hobby. The pattern employs rounds of stitching that are somewhat staggered, creating the dimensional shaping needed to form the cat-themed designs. The straightforward construction method makes this project suitable for those building their crochet skills while still producing charming, finished pieces.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch used throughout this pattern is the single crochet (SC), which forms the foundation of both coaster designs. Single crochet stitches are worked in rounds to build up the pieces, with a gauge of 5 SC stitches wide by 4 SC rows tall per 1 inch by 1 inch square. This consistent gauge ensures proper sizing and structure for both the Face Coaster and Bum Coaster.

Materials and Tools

Yarn: The pattern calls for acrylic yarn in two colors. Super Saver Red Heart in Charcoal (29 yards) forms the primary color, while Caron Simply Soft in Soft Pink (2 yards) provides accent details. The pattern notes that cotton would be a good choice for coasters due to its durability and absorbency, though acrylic yarn is used in the provided design. Both yarns are worsted weight and aran weight options suitable for this project.

Tools and Notions: A 4.50mm crochet hook (Size 7) is required for working with the specified yarn weights. Additional materials include white embroidery thread (2 feet) for adding facial details and embellishments, a stitch marker for tracking rounds, scissors for cutting yarn, and a yarn needle for weaving in ends and stitching embroidered details onto the finished coasters.

Pattern Details and Finished Quality

This downloadable PDF pattern from an independent designer includes comprehensive instructions with a table of contents for easy navigation. The pattern provides all necessary information for completing both coaster designs, including stitch counts, round-by-round instructions, and finishing techniques. Crafters are welcome to sell finished items made from this pattern provided they credit Pink Platypus Designs/Busy Bee as the original designer.