Free Pattern: The Solar Eclipse Mandala Coaster

Free Pattern: The Solar Eclipse Mandala Coaster

Introduction

Capture the mesmerizing beauty of a solar eclipse with this intricate mandala coaster pattern. Perfect for adding a celestial touch to your home decor, this design features a radiant play of colors and textures. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or a beginner, this pattern is designed to guide you through each step with ease.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Cotton DK weight in the following colors:
  • Black
  • Gold
  • Deep Blue
• Crochet Hook: 3.5 mm crochet hook
• Gauge: 22 stitches x 30 rows = 4 inches in single crochet

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these detailed instructions to create your Solar Eclipse Mandala Coaster:

1. Round 1:
   • With black yarn, make a magic ring.
   • Chain 3 (this counts as your first double crochet).
   • Work 11 double crochets (dc) into the magic ring.
   • Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the top of the chain-3. You should have a total of 12 dc.
2. Round 2:
   • Chain 3, then dc in the same stitch.
   • Work 2 dc in each stitch around.
   • Join with sl st to the top of the chain-3. You should have a total of 24 dc.
3. Round 3:
   • Change to gold yarn.
   • Chain 3, then *dc in the next stitch, 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around.
   • Join with sl st to the top of the chain-3. You should have a total of 36 dc.
4. Round 4:
   • Chain 1, then single crochet (sc) in each stitch around.
   • Join with sl st to the first sc.
5. Round 5:
   • Change to deep blue yarn.
   • Chain 3, then *skip 1 stitch, dc in the next stitch, chain 1; repeat from * around.
   • Join with sl st to the top of the chain-3.
6. Round 6:
   • Chain 1, then sc in each dc and chain-1 space around.
   • Join with sl st to the first sc.
7. Round 7:
   • Change to black yarn.
   • Chain 3, then *dc in the next 2 stitches, 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around.
   • Join with sl st to the top of the chain-3. You should have a total of 48 dc.
8. Round 8:
   • Chain 1, then sc in each stitch around.
   • Fasten off and weave in all ends securely.

The finished coaster will be a circular mandala with a diameter of approximately 5 inches. The deep black center represents the core of the eclipse, surrounded by a radiant gold ring symbolizing the sun's corona, and an outer edge of deep blue capturing the twilight sky during an eclipse. Enjoy your new celestial home decor!