Colorful Cross-Stitch Coasters

Colorful Cross-Stitch Coasters Pattern

These delightful coasters are perfect for both beginners and experienced crafters. You will create a set of coasters with bright geometric patterns against a neutral background.

Materials

• Aida cloth (14 count, cream or off-white)
• Embroidery floss in red, purple, green, and pink
• Black and white yarn for the border
• Embroidery needle
• Scissors
• Tassel maker (optional)

Gauge

14 stitches per inch on Aida cloth.

Abbreviations

• st - stitch
• CO - cast on
• BO - bind off
• rep - repeat

Instructions

1. Prepare Your Aida Cloth: Cut your Aida cloth into squares, each measuring 4 inches by 4 inches.
2. Design the Pattern: Use a pencil to draw your geometric pattern on the cloth, highlighting central axes and shapes.
3. Cross-Stitch:
   • With red floss, start from the center of your cloth and create the star design, using cross-stitches to make each arm of the star.
   • Switch to purple floss for the surrounding pattern around the star, maintaining a neat and even tension.
   • Add accents of green floss within the central design to give it a vibrant pop.
   • Use pink floss for additional surrounding decorative elements.
4. Border:
   • With black and white yarn, crochet a border around the coaster using a simple single crochet stitch. Alternate black and white with each stitch to create the striped effect.
5. Make Tassels (optional):
   • Use leftover floss to create small tassels at each corner for added charm.
   • Attach securely to each corner with a few stitches.
6. Finishing: Weave in all ends with a needle. Press lightly if needed to flatten and set the stitches.

And there you have it—your very own set of colorful and unique coasters!