Crochet Mario coaster pattern is an excellent project for gamers and crochet enthusiasts alike. This pattern brings the iconic video game character Mario to life in the form of a functional and decorative coaster. It’s a perfect way to add a touch of nostalgia and fun to your home while protecting your surfaces from drinks. Suitable for all skill levels, this project is both enjoyable and practical.
Creating your crochet Mario coaster pattern requires a few basic materials and some simple crochet techniques. This project involves making a base coaster and then adding the detailed Mario design using color changes. The result is a vibrant and playful coaster that is both unique and eye-catching.
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Materials Needed:
- Red, blue, yellow, brown, black, white, and skin-tone yarn (worsted weight)
- 4.0 mm (G) crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- inc: increase
Base Coaster:
- Round 1:
- Using teal yarn, make a magic ring.
- 6 sc in ring. Pull tight to close.
- Join with sl st to first sc. (6 sc)
- Round 2:
- ch 1, inc in each sc around.
- Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sc)
- Round 3:
- ch 1, (sc, inc) around.
- Join with sl st to first sc. (18 sc)
- Round 4:
- ch 1, (2 sc, inc) around.
- Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sc)
- Round 5:
- ch 1, (3 sc, inc) around.
- Join with sl st to first sc. (30 sc)
- Round 6:
- ch 1, (4 sc, inc) around.
- Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sc)
- Round 7:
- ch 1, (5 sc, inc) around.
- Join with sl st to first sc. (42 sc)
- Round 8:
- ch 1, (6 sc, inc) around.
- Join with sl st to first sc. (48 sc)
Mario Design:
- Using the image as a reference, you will change colors to create Mario’s image within the rounds of the base coaster.
- Each square of the pixel art corresponds to one single crochet.
- Start by following the pattern for Mario’s design using color changes:
- Red for the hat and shirt.
- Blue for the overalls.
- Yellow for the buttons.
- Brown for the shoes and hair.
- Black for the mustache, eyes, and outline.
- White for the gloves and eyes.
- Skin-tone for the face.
Color Change Tips:
- When changing colors, complete the last pull through of the stitch with the new color.
- Carry the unused yarn behind the work to avoid too many ends to weave in.
Finishing:
- Once the design is complete, fasten off and weave in any loose ends with a yarn needle.
- Block the coaster if necessary to ensure it lies flat.
Your crochet Mario coaster is now complete! Enjoy your charming and functional new creation.
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