by Certainly! Here’s a long, detailed step-by-step tutorial on how to crochet a large coaster (Supla motif) that’s perfect for beginners. This pattern is easy to follow, visually appealing, and can be made with basic crochet skills. Whether you’re making a decorative piece for your dining table or gifting a handmade treasure, this large round crochet coaster (Supla) will be a beautiful and functional addition to any home.
🧶 How to Crochet a Large Coaster (Supla Motif) | Step-by-Step Pattern for Beginners
Crocheted coasters are charming little projects — they work up quickly, require minimal materials, and are perfect for practicing your skills. A “Supla” is the Turkish word for a large decorative coaster or placemat, typically used under plates, bowls, or even vases. This tutorial will guide you through crocheting your very own large Supla coaster motif with a pretty, lacy texture using simple stitches.
🧺 Why You’ll Love This Project
- ✅ Beginner-friendly
- 🧵 Great practice for working in the round
- 🌸 Beautiful and decorative
- 🕒 Quick to make — great for gifts or markets
- 🎨 Easy to customize with colors and borders
📦 Materials Needed
To make one large Supla coaster (about 9–12 inches wide), you’ll need:
- Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn (100% cotton is best for absorbency)
→ Example: Lily Sugar’n Cream, YarnArt, or local Turkish cotton yarn - Hook: 4.0 mm (G) or 4.5 mm (7) crochet hook
- Scissors
- Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)
- Stitch marker (optional but helpful for beginners)
✅ Cotton yarn is ideal for coaster projects as it’s absorbent and holds shape well.
🧵 Abbreviations & Stitches Used
All instructions are written in US terms.
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- tr = treble (triple) crochet
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- sp = space
- beg = beginning
💡 Not familiar with treble crochet? It’s just like a double crochet, but you yarn over twice before inserting your hook.
📏 Finished Size
- Approx. 9–12 inches diameter depending on yarn, hook size, and number of rounds.
- You can easily adjust size by adding or removing rounds.
🧶 Step-by-Step Crochet Supla Motif Pattern
Let’s begin! This large coaster is worked in the round, starting with a magic ring and using increasing rounds to grow the circle outward.
🔹 Round 1: Magic Ring Center
- Make a magic ring (or ch 4 and sl st to form a ring).
- Ch 3 (counts as dc), work 11 dc into the ring.
- Sl st to top of ch-3 to join.
(12 dc)
🔹 Round 2: First Increase
- Ch 3, dc in same st, 2 dc in each st around.
- Sl st to top of ch-3 to join.
(24 dc)
🔁 You’re doubling the stitch count — this keeps the circle flat.
🔹 Round 3: Basic V-Stitch Round
- Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same st, ch 1, skip 1 st, 2 dc in next st, repeat around.
- End with ch 1, sl st to top of beg ch-3.
(12 V-stitches, 12 ch-1 spaces)
🔹 Round 4: Fill the Gaps
- Sl st into next dc, into the ch-1 space.
- Ch 3, 2 dc in same space, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, repeat around.
- Sl st to top of beg ch-3.
(12 clusters of 3 dc)
🔹 Round 5: Expanding the Motif
- Sl st to middle dc of cluster, ch 4 (counts as tr), 2 tr in same st.
- Ch 2, skip next cluster, 3 tr in middle dc of next cluster, repeat around.
- Sl st to top of beg ch-4.
(12 tr clusters, 12 ch-2 spaces)
🔹 Round 6: Scallop Base
- Sl st to space between 3-tr clusters.
- Ch 3 (counts as dc), 4 dc in same space.
- Skip to next space, 5 dc, repeat around.
- Sl st to top of beg ch-3.
(12 scallops)
🎨 The scallops create a soft wave-like texture around the outer edge.
🔹 Round 7: Create a Lacy Edge
- Sl st to 3rd dc of first scallop.
- Ch 5 (counts as tr + ch 1), tr in 3rd dc of next scallop, ch 1, repeat around.
- Sl st to 4th ch of beg ch-5.
(12 tr with ch-1 in between)
🔹 Round 8: Optional Final Round – Picot Border
- Sl st into first ch-1 space.
- Ch 1, sc in same sp, ch 3, sl st into 1st ch (picot made), sc in next ch-1 space, repeat around.
- Sl st to first sc to finish.
✨ This gives a decorative, lacy trim to your supla!
✂️ Finishing
- Fasten off your yarn and cut, leaving a 6-inch tail.
- Use your yarn needle to weave in all ends neatly on the back side.
- Lightly block if desired — especially if the edges are curling or uneven.
🌸 Optional Customizations
Here are some ways to personalize your Supla motif:
- Change Colors Each Round: Create a mandala-style, multicolor effect.
- Use a Metallic or Twisted Cotton Thread: Adds a touch of elegance.
- Add Beads: Thread small beads into your final round for embellishment.
- Make it Larger: Add more rounds with increasing shells or open lacework.
🧼 Washing & Care
Since this is made from cotton:
- Hand wash or machine wash on delicate with cold water
- Lay flat to dry
- Avoid high heat — it can warp the shape
✅ Quick Pattern Recap
| Round | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | 12 dc into magic ring |
| 2 | 2 dc in each stitch (24 dc) |
| 3 | V-stitch round (2 dc, ch 1, skip 1) |
| 4 | 3 dc clusters in ch-1 spaces |
| 5 | 3 tr clusters with ch-2 spacing |
| 6 | 5 dc scallops |
| 7 | Tr with ch-1 spaces |
| 8 | Picot border (optional) |
🎉 Final Thoughts
Congratulations! You’ve just completed a stunning large crochet Supla motif coaster. This piece combines functionality with beauty, making it perfect for:
- Table centerpieces
- Plate coasters for parties
- Under vases, candles, or bowls
- Handmade gifts or market crafts
This project allows you to explore circular motifs, play with color and texture, and strengthen your crochet skills in the round.
💬 Want More?
Would you like:
- A printable PDF pattern?
- A matching placemat or table runner pattern?
- A video walkthrough of this project?
Let me know, and I’ll be happy to help you take your crochet decor to the next level!
Happy crocheting! 🧶🌼
