Project 1: Mickey Mouse coaster

Before I decided to start crocheting, which was two weeks ago, I already had some projects to accomplish in mind.

The first one that caught my eye when I searched for beginner crochet patterns online is this Mickey Mouse coaster since my son's an avid fan of Mickey Mouse.


So, to get this project started, here are the materials needed:

• Crochet Hook: H/8 or 5 mm hook
• Black Yarn: (4) Medium Weight or Worsted Weight
• Yarn Needle/Tapestry Needle

I know I mentioned on my previous blog the importance of using a not too light or not too dark shades of yarn for beginners. This project is the reason why I discovered its relevance. It made counting stitches a very difficult job! HAHA!

Anyway, if you're brave enough or confident with your eyesight, then let's get going.

Here's the full pattern:

Abbreviations:

Ch = chain

RD = round

Sl st = slip stitch

Sc = single crochet

Notes:  The Ch 1 never counts as the first stitch

Center of Coaster

Ch 2

8 sc in 2^nd ch from hook

RD 1 - Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around. Sl st to ch 1 space to join. (16 total sts)

RD 2 - Ch 1, *sc in next st, 2 sc in following st* repeat 7 times.  Sl st to ch 1 space to join. (24 total sts)

RD 3 – Ch 1, *sc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 sc in following st* repeat  7 times.  Sl st to ch 1 space to join. (32 total sts)

RD 4 -  Ch 1, *sc in each of next 3 sts, 2 sc in following st* repeat 7 times.  Sl st to ch 1 space to join. (40 total sts)

RD 5 – Ch 1, sl st in each st around.  Sl st to ch 1 space to join. (40 total sts).  Tie off

Ears  (Make 2)

Ch 2

8 sc in 2^nd ch from hook

RD 1 - Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around. Sl st to ch 1 space to join. (16 total sts)

RD 2 - Ch 1, *sc in next st, 2 sc in following st* repeat 7 times.  Sl st to ch 1 space to join. (24 total sts)

Tie off leaving a 6 inch tail.

Using a large needle and 6 inch tail, sew ears onto the top sides of the coaster.

Weave in all loose ends.

This pattern is from: http://tampabaycrochet.blogspot.com/2012/04/mickey-mouse-ears-coaster-free-crochet.html

Here's my finished product:

Sorry for the uneven stitches, as I've mentioned, this is my FIRST PROJECT. And I finished this the day after I started crocheting. HEHE. ;)