Design adorable and functional crochet cat coaster with this beginner-friendly guide, perfect for adding character while protecting your tables in style.
I’ve always loved small crochet projects that add a touch of charm to everyday life, and making cute little accessories like coasters is one of my favorites. Recently, I discovered a delightful free crochet cat coaster pattern that’s perfect for brightening up your coffee table or work desk. This fun project combines practicality with cuteness, making it an excellent choice for anyone who enjoys quick, satisfying stitches and adorable designs.
Free Crochet Cat Coaster Pattern for Table Decor
These cat coasters are absolutely lovely. They have a sweet, simple silhouette shaped like a cat’s face, complete with little ears that give them character and charm. The texture is soft but sturdy enough to protect your surfaces from cups and mugs. The style is playful and cozy, perfect for cat lovers or anyone who appreciates whimsical handmade touches around the home. What makes this pattern stand out is how effortlessly it blends function and personality, each coaster feels like a tiny, crocheted feline friend.
This project suits beginners and those with a bit of crochet experience alike. The main stitch used is the single crochet, which keeps the fabric tight and neat while making it easy to follow along. Because of its simple construction, you won’t need to worry about complicated shaping or tricky techniques, making it a great way to practice basic skills while still ending up with a charming finished piece.
These cat coasters also make wonderful gifts for friends and family, adding a personal handmade touch to any tea or coffee lover’s collection. Plus, they’re great for decorating your own space or even collecting in different colors and styles. If you’re looking for a fun, beginner-friendly project that’s both decorative and practical, this free crochet cat coaster pattern might just be the perfect fit for you.
Cat Coaster Crochet Pattern
Welcome to a fun and easy crochet project—an adorable cat coaster that’s quick enough for beginners and charming enough for gifts! This pattern guides you step by step through making a flat cat face with pointed ears and optional whiskers. You’ll learn how to crochet a smooth circle using double crochet increases and how to add simple ear clusters and decorative whiskers. Use your favorite yarns from your stash to make each coaster unique for drinks, candles, or just as cute desk decor.
Pattern Notes
- The base circle uses standard double crochet rounds with increases; if you know how to make a magic ring, double crochet, and basic increases, you’re set!
- Ears are worked directly onto the finished circle using a combination of hdc, dc, and tr stitches.
- For whiskers, you’ll use a fine yarn or crochet thread and a small hook or needle to draw them through.
- Work is joined in rounds with a slip stitch. Always count your stitches at the end of each round for accuracy.
- You can easily increase the coaster’s size by adding more rounds with the given increase pattern.
- Any yarn/hook combo works; just be sure your coaster is big and sturdy enough for your intended use.
Skill Level
Confident Beginner
(Stitches: magic ring, chain, double crochet, half double crochet, treble crochet, slip stitch, embroidery for whiskers)
Materials
- Medium/aran weight yarn (#4) for the coaster’s main color (choose any color for your cat)
- Small amount of thin yarn or crochet thread (#3 or finer) for the whiskers (optional)
- Crochet hook: 5 mm or as recommended for main yarn; 2–3 mm hook for whiskers/thread
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends and attaching whiskers
- Scissors
Measurements / Sizing
- Finished coaster (with listed yarn & hook): 4.5–5 inches (11–13 cm) in diameter
- Ears add about 1 inch (2.5 cm) to overall height
- Size varies with your yarn and hook
Gauge
Gauge is not critical for this project. For reference: Rounds 1–4 should produce a flat circle about 4 inches diameter.
Stitch Abbreviations
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| MR | Magic ring |
| ch | Chain |
| sl st | Slip stitch |
| sc | Single crochet |
| hdc | Half double crochet |
| dc | Double crochet |
| tr | Treble crochet |
| st(s) | Stitch(es) |
Special Stitches
Magic Ring (MR): Make a loop, crochet inside it, and pull the tail to close tightly.
The Crochet Pattern
Base Circle
- Magic Ring: Make a magic ring. Ch 2 (counts as first dc).
- Round 1: Work 11 dc into the ring (12 dc total including starting ch-2). Join with a sl st to top of ch-2. [12 sts]
- Round 2: Ch 2, 1 dc in same st. Work 2 dc in each st around. Join with sl st. [24 sts]
- Round 3: Ch 2, 1 dc in same st, 1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st; repeat around. Join with sl st. [36 sts]
- Round 4: Ch 2, 1 dc in same st, 1 dc in next st, 1 dc in next st, 1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st; repeat around. [48 sts]
- (Pattern: dc, dc, 2 dc; repeat.)
- Round 5: Ch 2, dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st; repeat around. Join with sl st. [60 sts]
You may stop at this size or continue increasing for a larger coaster (add an extra dc between each increase per new round).
Cat Ears
Ears are worked directly onto the outer round. Leave about 5 stitches between ear placements for a balanced look.
First Ear:
- Ch 1, hdc in next st.
- Dc in next st.
- In same st, work tr.
- Ch 1, in same st, work another tr, then a dc.
- Hdc in next st.
- Sc in next st. [Ear complete]
Move to second ear placement:
- Sl st in each of the next 5 sts to space out (adjust number for more/less space).
Second Ear (repeat as first):
- Ch 1, hdc in next st.
- Dc in next st.
- In same st, work tr.
- Ch 1, in same st, work another tr, then a dc.
- Hdc in next st.
- Sc in next st.
- Sl st to next st to finish.
Fasten off, pull tail through last loop, and weave in ends.
Whiskers (Optional)
- Use a finer yarn/crochet thread and smaller hook.
- Cut 6 lengths (about 3–5 inches each) of yarn/thread.
- Use your small hook or a yarn needle to thread 3 whiskers through each side of the face, evenly spaced:
- Insert from the front to back, remove hook/needle, align whiskers, and pull until centered at desired length.
- Knot on the back side to secure. Trim to desired length.
- Repeat for other side.
- Tuck yarn knots inside/under coaster, or secure with a little glue if desired.
Assembly & Finished Size
- Weave in all leftover yarn ends with yarn needle.
- Position whiskers and knot securely, then trim.
- If necessary, steam block your coaster for a flat finish.
- Finished size: Circle is about 4.5–5” diameter; ears add about 1” to top.
Quick Pattern Overview for Beginners
- Work a magic ring and crochet a flat double crochet circle.
- Add two pointy ears using clusters of hdc, dc, tr, and chains.
- Weave in all yarn ends.
- (Optional) Thread in thin yarn whiskers for facial detail.
- Finished! Makes a cute coaster or gift.
