Welcome back, fellow yarn lovers! If you are looking for a quick, fun, and irresistibly cute project to brighten up your coffee table, you are going to adore these crochet avocado coasters. They combine modern, playful decor with everyday practicality.
Best of all, this beginner-friendly project works up in just a couple of hours and makes a fantastic handmade gift or market make. Let’s grab our hooks and whip up some fresh guac—err, coasters!
Materials & Tools Needed
- Yarn: 100% cotton worsted-weight yarn (Medium #4) in Dark Brown (pit), Cream or Light Yellow-Green (inner flesh), and Dark Green (skin). Cotton is best because it absorbs moisture and holds its shape!
- Crochet Hook: Size US G/6 (4.0 mm)
- Notions: Yarn needle for weaving in ends, stitch markers (optional)
Abbreviations & Pattern Notes
- US Terminology
- Ch: Chain
- Sl St: Slip Stitch
- Sc: Single Crochet
- Hdc: Half Double Crochet
- Dc: Double Crochet
- Inc: Increase (work 2 stitches in the same space)
- Rnd: Round
- Note: Work in continuous rounds or join with a sl st to the first stitch of the round as preferred. Maintaining even tension is key to keeping your avocado symmetrical!
Step-by-Step Pattern Instructions
- The Pit (Dark Brown): Starting with a magic ring, ch 1, work 6 sc into the ring. Join with a sl st to the first sc (6 sts). Fasten off dark brown yarn.
- The Inner Flesh (Cream/Light Green): Join your cream or light green yarn to any stitch around the pit. Ch 1, work 2 sc in each st around. Join with a sl st (12 sts).
- Expanding the Flesh: Ch 1, *1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; repeat from * around. Join with a sl st (18 sts). Fasten off the inner flesh yarn.
- The Skin & Avocado Shape (Dark Green): Join dark green yarn to the outer edge. To create the classic pear-like avocado shape, work a combination of sc, hdc, and dc around the perimeter, placing increases at the top and bottom tips to elongate the shape (approx. 24–30 sts depending on your shaping row). Finish with a sl st to the first stitch.
- Fasten off and leave a tail for weaving.
Finishing & Helpful Tips
- Weave in Ends Securely: Because these coasters will hold sweaty glasses and hot mugs, weave your yarn tails in multiple directions to prevent unraveling during washing.
- Block for Perfection: If your edges curl slightly, lightly steam block your finished coasters or press them under a damp towel overnight to flatten them out.
- Choose Cotton: Always stick to 100% cotton yarn. Acrylic yarns can melt under hot mugs and won’t absorb condensation from cold drinks.
- Care Instructions: Hand wash your coasters in warm, soapy water and lay them flat to dry to keep them looking fresh and crisp.
Watch the Step-by-Step Video Tutorial
Prefer visual guidance? Follow along with the complete video tutorial below: