Orchard Harvest Apple Coaster Free Crochet Pattern

Bring a touch of rustic autumn charm to your table with these textured apple coasters, crocheted in rich, warm hues. Each coaster features a clever leaf and stem detail that makes it a delightful handmade gift. Whether you're setting the table for a cozy fall dinner or looking for a quick, satisfying project, these coasters are the perfect way to celebrate the season. This pattern is designed with beginners in mind, using simple single crochet stitches worked in continuous rounds to create a sturdy, absorbent cotton coaster that will protect your surfaces in style.

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following supplies to ensure a smooth crafting experience:

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn in three colors:
  • Red (main color for the apple body) – approximately 50 yards
  • Green (for the leaf) – small amount
  • Brown (for the stem) – small amount
• Hook: 4.0 mm (G) crochet hook
• Notions: Stitch marker, yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors

Gauge: 4 inches = 16 single crochet stitches and 18 rows in single crochet. Gauge is not critical for this project, but maintaining consistent tension will ensure a flat, even coaster.

Step-by-Step Instructions

This pattern is worked in continuous rounds without joining unless otherwise stated. Use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of each round. The apple body is worked from the center outward, then decreased to form a slight dome shape.

Apple Body (make 1 in red)

Round 1: Make a magic ring, work 6 single crochet (sc) into the ring. (6 stitches)

Round 2: Work 2 sc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)

Round 3: *Sc in next stitch, 2 sc in next stitch* repeat around. (18 stitches)

Round 4: *Sc in next 2 stitches, 2 sc in next stitch* repeat around. (24 stitches)

Round 5: *Sc in next 3 stitches, 2 sc in next stitch* repeat around. (30 stitches)

Round 6: *Sc in next 4 stitches, 2 sc in next stitch* repeat around. (36 stitches)

Round 7: *Sc in next 5 stitches, 2 sc in next stitch* repeat around. (42 stitches)

Round 8: *Sc in next 6 stitches, 2 sc in next stitch* repeat around. (48 stitches)

Round 9: *Sc in next 7 stitches, 2 sc in next stitch* repeat around. (54 stitches)

Round 10: *Sc in next 8 stitches, 2 sc in next stitch* repeat around. (60 stitches)

Rounds 11-16: Sc in each stitch around. (60 stitches) – This creates the flat, circular body of the coaster.

Round 17: *Sc in next 8 stitches, sc2tog (single crochet 2 together)* repeat around. (54 stitches)

Round 18: *Sc in next 7 stitches, sc2tog* repeat around. (48 stitches)

Round 19: *Sc in next 6 stitches, sc2tog* repeat around. (42 stitches)

Round 20: *Sc in next 5 stitches, sc2tog* repeat around. (36 stitches)

Round 21: *Sc in next 4 stitches, sc2tog* repeat around. (30 stitches)

Round 22: *Sc in next 3 stitches, sc2tog* repeat around. (24 stitches)

Round 23: *Sc in next 2 stitches, sc2tog* repeat around. (18 stitches)

Round 24: *Sc in next stitch, sc2tog* repeat around. (12 stitches)

Round 25: Sc2tog around. (6 stitches)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail (about 12 inches). Thread the tail through a yarn needle and weave it through the front loops of the remaining 6 stitches. Pull tight to close the hole completely, then secure with a knot and weave in the end.

Leaf (make 1 in green)

Chain 6. Single crochet in the 2nd chain from the hook, half double crochet (hdc) in the next chain, double crochet (dc) in the next chain, hdc in the next chain, and sc in the last chain. This creates a leaf shape with a pointed tip. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

Stem (make 1 in brown)

Chain 5. Slip stitch (sl st) in the 2nd chain from the hook and in each remaining chain. This creates a small, curved stem. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

Assembly

Position the stem at the top center of the apple body. The top is the side where you closed the hole (the decrease rounds create a slight dome). Sew the stem securely to the apple using the yarn needle and the tail. Next, sew the leaf next to the stem, angling it slightly to one side for a natural look. Weave in all remaining ends with the yarn needle. Repeat the entire process to make as many coasters as desired.

Your Orchard Harvest Apple Coasters are now complete! These charming coasters make wonderful handmade gifts for housewarmings, hostess gifts, or simply to add a cozy touch to your own autumn table. Enjoy your beautiful, functional creation!