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Crochet granny square coasters

A set of retro granny square coasters, the perfect way to learn crochet and end up with something useful.

Crochet granny square coasters
LevelAdvanced
AgesAges 12 and up
Time4 hours for 4
Cost$8 to $15

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How to make it

  1. Step 1: Make a ring
    1

    Make a ring

    Chain 4 and join with a slip stitch into a circle.

  2. Step 2: Work round 1
    2

    Work round 1

    Chain 3, then 2 double crochets into the ring. Chain 2 for a corner. Make 3 more groups of 3 with corners between.

  3. Step 3: Switch colors
    3

    Switch colors

    Join color 2 in a corner space. Make 3 doubles, chain 2, 3 doubles in each corner.

  4. Step 4: Work the sides
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    Work the sides

    In round 3, add a group of 3 doubles in each side gap between corners.

  5. Step 5: Finish with a border
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    Finish with a border

    Use color 3 for round 4. Slip stitch to close and cut the yarn.

  6. Step 6: Weave in ends
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    Weave in ends

    Thread each tail on the needle and weave it through the stitches on the back.

Edie's tip

Cotton yarn soaks up drips. Acrylic pushes them around.

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