How to Crochet Tortoise Coaster for Beginners
In this post, you’ll learn how to crochet a cute tortoise coaster perfect for bringing the ocean charm to your dining table. The video details each step, from crocheting the brown base and green legs to the tail and head. It also covers attaching the eyes, filling the pieces, and assembling the tortoise. The finished coaster is both decorative and washable. Follow through with us for the complete tortoise coaster for all skill levels!
The completed tortoise coaster is described as a decorative and functional item suitable for various tables, and it is machine washable.
Materials Needed
The following items are required for this project:
- Two colors of yarn
- Scissors
- 3mm crochet hook
- Safety eyes
- Needle
- Stitch protector
- Fiberfill cotton
Crochet Process
The tutorial breaks down the creation of the tortoise coaster into several parts:
Brown Part (Shell Base)
- Begin with a magic circle.
- Round 1: Create double crochets into the magic ring and close with a slip stitch.
- Round 2: Chain two, then work two double crochets into each stitch, completing an increase round. Finish with a slip stitch.
- Round 3: Chain two, then alternate between one double crochet and two double crochets in the next stitch. Close the round with a slip stitch.
- Round 4 (Last Round): Chain two, then work one double crochet into each of the next two stitches, followed by two double crochets in the next stitch. Repeat this pattern to complete the round. Finish with a slip stitch, chain one, and cut the yarn, hiding the tail.
Legs (Four)
- Start with a magic circle using green yarn.
- Round 1: Work single crochets into the magic circle and close with a slip stitch.
- Round 2: Chain one, secure with a stitch marker, and work two single crochets into each stitch for an increase round. Complete with a slip stitch.
- Round 3: Chain one, secure, then alternate between one single crochet and two single crochets in the next stitch. Close with a slip stitch.
- Fold the piece and work slip stitches to close the leg. Cut and hide the excess yarn. Repeat to create four legs.
Tail
- Create a slip knot and chain a specific number.
- Work one single crochet in the first stitch, followed by a half double crochet in the next.
- Complete with three double crochets. Chain one, cut the yarn, and secure it.
Head
- Start with a magic circle.
- Round 1: Work single crochets into the magic circle and close with a slip stitch.
- Round 2: Chain one, secure, and work two single crochets into each stitch. Close with a slip stitch and chain one.
- Round 3: Secure the stitch, then alternate between one single crochet and two single crochets in the next stitch. Close with a slip stitch.
- Round 4: Chain one, secure, and work two single crochets, followed by two double crochets in the third stitch. Repeat the pattern.
- Rounds 5, 6, & 7: Chain one and work one single crochet into each stitch.
- Round 8 (Decrease Round): Chain one, secure, then work two single crochets, followed by a decrease stitch over the next two stitches. Repeat the pattern.
- Round 9: Chain one, then alternate between one single crochet and a decrease stitch.
- Insert the safety eyes.
- Fill the head with fiberfill cotton.
- Final Decrease: Directly decrease by pulling through all loops. Close the remaining opening with a needle and hide the yarn.
Assembly
- Use a hot glue gun to attach the head to the main brown shell.
- Carefully glue each leg onto the shell, ensuring even placement.
- Attach the tail to the back of the shell.
- Allow the glue to dry completely.
What is the best yarn to crochet this tortoise coaster?
Cotton yarn is generally the best choice for crochet coasters. Cotton is absorbent, durable, and heat-resistant, making it ideal for protecting surfaces from both hot and cold drinks.
