Autumnal Leaf Cascade Coaster Free Pattern

Introduction

Capture the essence of fall with this intricate Autumnal Leaf Cascade Coaster. This delightful crochet pattern is perfect for adding a touch of seasonal charm to your home decor. With its warm colors and beautiful leaf motifs, this coaster not only serves a practical purpose but also enhances the aesthetic of your living space. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your crochet skills, this pattern is designed to guide you through each step with ease.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn in shades of burnt orange, mustard yellow, and deep forest green
• Hook: Size H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook
• Gauge: 14 single crochets (sc) and 16 rows = 4 inches
• Tapestry needle: For weaving in ends and attaching leaves

Step-by-Step Instructions

Creating the Coaster Base

1. Start with a Magic Ring: Using the burnt orange yarn, create a magic ring.
2. Round 1: Chain 1 (Ch 1), then work 6 single crochets (sc) into the ring. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first sc. (You should have 6 stitches total)
3. Round 2: Ch 1, then work 2 sc in each stitch around. Join with sl st. (12 sts)
4. Round 3: Ch 1, then (sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) around. Join with sl st. (18 sts)
5. Round 4: Ch 1, then (sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st) around. Join with sl st. (24 sts)
6. Change to Mustard Yellow Yarn: Round 5: Ch 1, then (sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st) around. Join with sl st. (30 sts)
7. Round 6: Ch 1, then (sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st) around. Join with sl st. (36 sts)
8. Change to Deep Forest Green Yarn: Round 7: Ch 1, then (sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st) around. Join with sl st. (42 sts)
9. Round 8: Ch 1, then sc in each stitch around. Join with sl st. (42 sts)

Creating the Leaf Motif

10. Ch 10: Using the burnt orange yarn, chain 10. Then, sl st in the 2nd chain from the hook.
11. Work the Leaf Shape:
    • Sc in the next chain.
    • Half double crochet (hdc) in the next 2 chains.
    • Double crochet (dc) in the next 3 chains.
    • Treble crochet (tr) in the next chain.
    • Work 5 tr in the last chain.
    • Now, working on the opposite side of the chain, tr in the next chain.
    • Dc in the next 3 chains.
    • Hdc in the next 2 chains.
    • Sc in the next chain.
    • Sl st in the last chain.
12. Fasten Off: Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing. Weave in any loose ends.

Assembling the Coaster

12. Attach Leaves: Using a tapestry needle and the long tail from your leaf motif, sew the leaves onto the coaster at your desired positions. Ensure they are securely attached and spaced evenly around the edge.

Congratulations! You have now created your very own Autumnal Leaf Cascade Coaster. Enjoy the beauty of your handmade piece as it adds warmth and charm to your home this fall!