Stoneware Coaster Set

A set of four thick, absorbent coasters worked in waistcoat stitch from a magic ring, creating a dense, textile with a hand-thrown ceramic appearance. Each coaster measures approximately 4 inches in diameter.

Stash-buster

Finished / weight

4 in diameter each (set of 4 coasters)

Gauge

16 sts × 14 rows = 4 in (10 cm) in waistcoat stitch with US 7 (4.5 mm) hook

Yarn

Worsted weight, 80–120 yards total for set of 4 (approximately 20–30 yards per coaster); 100% cotton recommended for heat resistance and absorbency

Needles / hooks

US 7 (4.5 mm) crochet hook

Notions

Stitch marker, tapestry needle, scissors

Abbreviations

ch = chainsc = single crochetws-sc = waistcoat stitch single crochet: insert hook between the two vertical legs of the stitch below (not under the top two loops), pull up a loop, yarn over and draw through both loopsMR = magic ringinc = 2 ws-sc in the same stitch (increase)pm = place markersm = slip markersl st = slip stitchrnd = roundst = stitchsts = stitchesRS = right siderep = repeatblo = back loop only

Notes Before You Begin

Note 1Make 4 coasters total. Instructions are for one coaster; repeat from the beginning for each additional coaster.

Note 2Each round is worked in the round (joined, not turned). Do not turn your work between rounds. Always work with RS facing.

Note 3Waistcoat stitch (ws-sc): Insert hook between the two vertical legs of the stitch below rather than under the top two loops. This creates the knit-like V texture. Work loosely — waistcoat stitch tightens significantly.

Note 4Round 1 uses standard sc into the magic ring to establish the base. All subsequent rounds use ws-sc unless otherwise stated.

Note 5Place a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round and move it up as you work to track round beginnings.

Foundation Round

Rnd 1MR, ch 1 (does not count as st), work 8 sc into MR, pull ring closed, sl st to first sc to join, pm in first st. (8 sts)8 sts

Body — Increase Rounds

Rnd 2Ch 1 (does not count as st throughout), work 2 ws-sc (inc) in each st around, sl st to first ws-sc to join. (16 sts)16 sts

Rnd 3Ch 1, [1 ws-sc in next st, inc in next st] 8 times, sl st to first ws-sc to join. (24 sts)24 sts

Rnd 4Ch 1, [1 ws-sc in each of next 2 sts, inc in next st] 8 times, sl st to first ws-sc to join. (32 sts)32 sts

Rnd 5Ch 1, [1 ws-sc in each of next 3 sts, inc in next st] 8 times, sl st to first ws-sc to join. (40 sts)40 sts

Rnd 6Ch 1, [1 ws-sc in each of next 4 sts, inc in next st] 8 times, sl st to first ws-sc to join. (48 sts)48 sts

Rnd 7Ch 1, [1 ws-sc in each of next 5 sts, inc in next st] 8 times, sl st to first ws-sc to join. (56 sts)56 sts

Edge Round

Rnd 8Ch 1, work 1 sc in blo of each st around to create a firm, defined edge, sl st to first sc to join. Fasten off, leaving a 6-inch tail. (56 sts)56 sts

Finishing

Step 1Weave in all ends securely using tapestry needle, working ends in at least 1 inch in two directions to prevent unraveling.

Step 2Wet-block each coaster: soak in cool water for 10 minutes, press out excess water in a towel, pin to measurements (4 in diameter), and allow to dry fully before use.

Step 3Repeat all rounds from Rnd 1 through Rnd 8 three more times to complete the set of 4 coasters.

Finishing

Weave in all ends with a tapestry needle. Wet-block each coaster by soaking in cool water, pressing dry in a towel, pinning flat to 4 in diameter, and allowing to dry completely. Machine wash cold and lay flat to dry as needed.

Notes

Work every stitch loosely — waistcoat stitch compresses the fabric considerably and tight tension will make the coaster curl and feel stiff. If your coaster cups upward, your tension is too tight; try going up half a hook size (US 7/4.5 mm to US 8/5.0 mm). 100% cotton is strongly recommended — it is heat-safe under hot mugs, highly absorbent, and machine washable. Avoid acrylic, which can melt or deform under high heat. Each coaster uses approximately 20–30 yards; a single 100-yard skein of worsted cotton will complete the full set of four with yarn to spare. The back-loop-only edge round on Rnd 8 mimics the foot ring of a wheel-thrown ceramic piece and helps the coaster lay flat.

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AI-drafted, human-run · this version drafted Oct 16, 2026. Always swatch and verify stitch counts before casting on.