Join.
24 dc
Round 3
Repeat:
dc in next st, 2 dc in next st
around.
Join.
36 dc
Fasten off green yarn.
Red Coaster Petals
Join red yarn.
The 36 stitches are divided into 6 sections of 6 stitches.
Repeat:
sc in next st, skip next 2 sts, 7 tr in next st, skip next 2 sts
around.
Repeat the sequence 6 times.
Join with a sl st.
You should have:
6 red petals
Gold Coaster Border
Join gold yarn in one of the valleys between the petals.
Ch 1.
Sc evenly around the red edge.
Place:
2 sc into the center tr of each petal
to help the border follow the curve.
Join with a sl st.
Fasten off.
Optional Inner Gold Detail
If you want the coasters to match the centerpiece more closely, add a small surface slip-stitch line where the green center meets the red petals.
This thin metallic detail can make even a simple coaster feel much more festive.
Blocking the Pieces
Blocking is especially useful for this pattern because the petal borders may look slightly uneven immediately after crocheting.
For cotton yarn:
- Gently wet the finished piece.
- Remove excess water without twisting.
- Place it on a blocking mat.
- Smooth the green center into a circle.
- Arrange every red petal evenly.
- Pin the tips if needed.
- Allow the piece to dry completely.
For the centerpiece, take a moment to check that all 12 petals are spaced evenly before leaving it to dry.
How Many Coasters Should You Make?
There isn’t a required number.
A set of four is practical for a smaller table, while six or eight works well when you’re setting a larger Christmas table.
Another option is to make one centerpiece and only two coasters for a smaller coffee or side table.
Because each coaster requires less yarn than the centerpiece, they’re also a useful way to use leftover red, green and metallic yarn.
Make the Set More or Less Festive
One of the easiest ways to change this pattern is through color.
Classic Christmas
Green center + red petals + gold border
This is the version shown here.
Red and White
White center + red petals + white or silver border
This creates a brighter holiday look.
Elegant Christmas
Cream center + burgundy petals + antique gold
This works particularly well with neutral table linens.
Scandinavian Christmas
Cream center + dark green petals + natural beige edging
Skip the metallic yarn for a softer handmade style.
Winter Table Decor
White center + pale blue petals + silver edging
This version can stay on the table after Christmas.
Use the Coasters Beyond the Dining Table
The smaller pieces don’t need to be used only under drinking glasses.
Try using them under:
- candles;
- small Christmas decorations;
- mini flower arrangements;
- mugs of hot chocolate;
- small bowls;
- holiday gift baskets.
They can also be tied to a wrapped gift with ribbon and given as part of the present.
Create a Coordinated Handmade Christmas Theme
Repeating the same colors across different projects is one of the easiest ways to make handmade Christmas decorations look intentional.
For example, if you use the same red, green and gold palette for your table set, you could use those colors again for tree ornaments.
A delicate Crochet Lace Star Ornament would add a lighter texture while still fitting the same handmade Christmas theme.
If you need several smaller decorations for the tree or a garland, the Quick & Charming Christmas Crochet Stars are another project that can easily be worked in matching yarn colors.
You can also combine this table set with the Christmas Star Crochet Pattern to carry the same color palette from your table to other areas of the room.
That kind of repetition helps create a coordinated look without requiring every handmade piece to use the same pattern.
What If My Centerpiece Doesn’t Lie Flat?
A little movement before blocking is normal.
If the green circle begins to form a bowl shape, your tension may be too tight.
Try:
- relaxing your stitches;
- using a slightly larger hook;
- checking that you haven’t missed an increase.
If the circle becomes very wavy, your tension may be loose or you may have accidentally added extra stitches.
What If the Petals Curl?
The petal round contains several tall stitches worked into one stitch, so some movement is expected.
Blocking usually solves this.
When adding the gold edging, avoid pulling the metallic yarn too tightly.
Can I Make the Centerpiece Larger?
Yes.
Instead of beginning the petal border after Round 6, continue increasing the green circle.
The usual flat-circle increase principle is to add one additional dc between increases in each new round.
For example, the next round would use:
dc in next 5 sts, 2 dc in next st
around.
If you enlarge the center, remember that the stitch count should still divide evenly by the number of petals you want to create.
Can I Make the Coasters Smaller?
Yes.
For a smaller coaster, stop the green center after Round 2 and design the petal spacing around those 24 stitches.
For the easiest version, however, the 36-stitch center provides enough room for six defined petals.
Can I Skip the Metallic Yarn?
Absolutely.
The gold yarn is only decorative.
Red and green alone create a traditional Christmas look, while cream around the edge can make the pattern feel softer and more rustic.
Can I Use Acrylic Yarn?
Yes.
Cotton is often a good choice for table decor because it lies flat and has clear stitch definition, but acrylic yarn can also work.
If the coaster will be used under very hot items, choose a fiber appropriate for that purpose and follow the yarn manufacturer’s care and heat recommendations.
Caring for Your Crochet Christmas Table Set
Store the pieces flat when possible.
If you fold the centerpiece for storage, avoid placing heavy objects on top of the decorative petals.
Before the next Christmas season, a quick reshaping or light blocking may be enough to restore the original shape.
Always wash according to the instructions for the yarn you used.
A Handmade Detail for the Christmas Table
A festive table doesn’t need dozens of handmade decorations.
One large centerpiece and a few matching coasters can add plenty of color and texture while still leaving room for plates, glasses, candles and serving dishes.
This crochet Christmas table set uses a simple repeating color palette and floral border to connect the different pieces together.
Make the traditional green, red and gold version, adapt it to the colors you already use at Christmas, or crochet several coasters as small handmade gifts.
Once the basic circle and petal construction becomes familiar, it’s also easy to use the same idea for completely different seasons.
Happy crocheting!
