Chicken Coasters Crochet Pattern

If you’re looking for a quick and adorable crochet project that adds both charm and functionality to your home, these Chicken Coasters are the perfect choice! With their cute, farm-fresh design, they’re ideal for protecting your surfaces from hot mugs or cold drinks. Not only are they practical, but they also bring a touch of whimsy to your kitchen or dining room decor.

This pattern is beginner-friendly, using basic stitches and a small amount of yarn, making it a great stash-busting project. Whether you’re making them for your own home or as gifts for loved ones, these chicken coasters will be a delightful addition to any space. Let’s get started!

Some Important information

Hook size: F (3.75mm)
Yarn: Worsted (~15 yards for main color; scrap yarn works well for red and yellow parts)
Finished measurements: 4.5 inches (11 cm) across
Other materials: Scissors, darning needle

Chicken Coasters Crochet Pattern

Instructions

Main Body

Note: Round 1 is the only round; the rest of the project is worked in rows. Each ch3 counts as a dc.

Using the magic circle method, ch3 and add 11dc to the ring. Ss into the top of ch3.

Round 1: Ch3. Dc in the same st as the last ss. 2dc in each st around. Ss into the top of ch3. (24 sts)

Row 2: Ch3. 2dc in next st, dc in next st. Repeat between ** 8 more times. Dc into the next 2 sts. Turn work. (30 sts, 3 sts unworked)

Row 3 (worked in front loops only!): Ch3. 1dc in next st. 2dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts. Repeat between ** 8 more times. Dc in next st. Dc in the top of ch3 of the last row. Turn work. (40 sts)

Row 4: Ch1. Sk next st, 6dc in next st, sk next st, ss in next st. Repeat between ** 7 more times. Sc in next 5 sts. 6dc in the next st, sk next st, ss in the top of ch3 of the last row. (9 dc shells and 5 sc sts)

Cut yarn, pull through the st on the needle, and weave in all ends.

Wattle

With the right side of the work facing you, join red yarn at the first sc of the last row after the ss where the 8th shell ends. (See guidance below.)

Ch1. 3sc in the row below the next st. Sk next st, ss in next st.
Cut yarn, pull through the st on the needle, and weave in ends.

Comb

With the right side of the work facing you, join red yarn at the 3rd st in the 9th shell. (See guidance below.)

Ch1. 2dc, ch1, 2dc in next st. Repeat between ** 2 more times. Ss in next st.
Cut yarn, pull through the st on the needle, and weave in all ends.

Beak

With the right side of the work facing you, join yellow yarn at the last sc of the 5th sc in the last row of the main body. (See guidance below.)

Ch1. Sc in the next 2 sts. Turn work.
Sc2tog the next 2 sts.
Cut yarn, pull through the st on the needle, and weave in all ends.

Hanger (optional)

With the wrong side of the work facing you, join the main color yarn at the middle unworked st of row 2. (See guidance below.)

Ch12. Ss in the same st as join.
Cut yarn, pull through the st on the needle, and weave in ends.

Chicken Coasters Crochet Pattern

Hint!

Weaving in ends with very small parts like the wattle, comb, and beak can be tricky. Try weaving underneath the dc sts in the shells on the wrong side of the work to secure them.

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Abbreviations

• Ch = chain
• Sc = single crochet
• Dc = double crochet
• Ss = slip stitch
• Sk = skip
• St(s) = stitch(es)
• Rep = repeat
• Sc2tog = single crochet next 2 sts together

These cute chicken coasters will add a touch of farmhouse charm to your home. Quick and easy to make, they’re perfect for using up scrap yarn and are sure to impress your guests. Happy crocheting!