There’s something special about knitting small, practical projects—ones that bring a touch of warmth and charm to everyday life. Coasters are the perfect blend of functionality and creativity. They make them a wonderful beginner-friendly knitting project that lets you explore new stitches, colorwork, and textures without committing to a large piece.
In this collection, I’ve designed a series of FREE Coasters Patterns, each building on the previous one’s skills. Whether just starting your knitting journey or looking for a quick, satisfying project, these coasters will boost your confidence and add handmade beauty to your home.
From simple garter stitch to elegant twisted ribbing and playful stripes, each pattern is designed to be:
- Beginner-friendly – No complex shaping, just straightforward stitches.
- Quick to knit – Perfect for a weekend project or an evening of relaxing knitting.
- A great skill-building exercise – Practice new techniques in a low-pressure way.
What You’ll Need:
Needles
US 8 / 5 mm needles
Yarn
For each coaster: around 103 yds / 95 m of Worsted weight yarn, cotton or cotton blend.
Gauge
15 stitches and 24 rows = 4 in / 10 cm in garter stitch
Sizing
Approximately 4 in / 10 cm square
Other notions
Tapestry needle, stitch markers, scissors
Coaster – 1
A small, simple, and handy coaster. This little project is perfect for practicing your stitches while creating something beautiful and practical for your home. Step-by-step video here.
With US 8 / 5 mm needles, CO 15 sts.
Knit even for 4 rows.
Setup row: K3, pm, k to last 3 sts, pm, k to end.
Row 1: K3, sm, p to last 3 sts, sm, k to end.
Row 2: K3, sm, k to last 3 sts, sm, k to end.
Rep row 1-2, 6 more times.
Next row: K3, rm, k to last 3 sts, rm, k to end.
Knit even for 3 rows.
Bind off.
Weave in all ends.
Coaster 2 – Seed Stitch
Another simple but stylish coaster, using a beautiful textured pattern that’s just as beginner-friendly as yesterday’s project but with a fresh look. This one features a classic seed stitch, which adds a lovely texture and lies flat without curling. It’s a perfect project for practicing knit and purl combinations. Step-by-step video here.
With US 8 / 5 mm needles, CO 15 sts.
Row 1: K1, p1 to last sts, k1.
Rep row 1, 23 more times.
Bind off.
Weave in all ends.
Coaster 3 – Twisted ribbing
A beautifully textured coaster using twisted ribbing. A simple yet effective stitch that creates a firm, elegant fabric. Step-by-step video here.
With US 8 / 5 mm needles, CO 15 sts.
Row 1: K1tbl, p1 to last sts, k1tbl.
Row 2: P1tbl, k1 to last sts, p1tbl.
Rep row 1-2, until your coaster measures 4″/10 cm from cast on.
Bind off.
Weave in all ends.
Coaster 4 – Stripes
This simple striped coaster is the perfect way to practice changing colors smoothly without carrying floats or dealing with tension issues. Plus, you can customize it with your favorite colors! Step-by-step video here.
With Color 1 and US 8 / 5 mm needles, CO 15 sts.
Knit even for 2 rows.
With Color 2 Knit even for 2 rows.
With Color 1 Knit even for 2 rows.
Rep alternating those rows, until your coaster measures 4″/10 cm from cast on.
Bind off.
Weave in all ends.
Grab your favorite yarn, settle in with a warm cup of tea, and let’s knit something beautifully simple together. I can’t wait to see your finished FREE Coasters Patterns —share them with me on Instagram!