The Essential Coaster - Learn the Basics of Crocheting in the Round

The enjoyment of crochet is as much about the process as it is about the finished project.  You may start out with the goal of making your own beautiful and trendy handmade item, but you will soon find that the joy is actually in the making itself. 

In this class we will be making a simple crocheted coaster with a step by step method.  It is a great class for beginners and perfect for anyone looking for a quick, fun and portable crocheted project.  You can make a set for yourself, and make even more to give as gifts to friends and family.

 Why I love this method :

• entire project is worked using single crochet
• no joining for a seamless look
• your project is portable, so easy to take with you on the go 
• doesn't use much yarn, so great for using up leftover yarn

What you will learn in this class:

• The supplies you need to get started crocheting 
• How to follow a pattern
• Making a Simple Magic Ring to start any circular project
• Single Crochet Stitch 
• Single Crochet Increase 
• Using a Stitch Marker to keep track.
• The invisible way to end your piece
• Darning - how to tie in those loose ends
• Adding Fringe - Give your Coaster a trendy finished look with simple fringe

What you will need for this class:

• 1 50 g ball of worsted cotton yarn - I use Bernat Handicrafter Cotton - project will make 2 - 3 coasters from one ball
• 5.00 mm [ US 8 / H ] crochet hook 
• stitch marker ( or paper clip )
• scissors
• darning needle
• ruler
• for fringe - 2 1/2" piece of cardboard and a fine tooth comb

Included as a download with this class is the full written pattern as PDF.

In have created this class with the beginner in mind, learn at your own pace.  Before you know it you will have baskets full of crocheted coasters.