Looking for a fun and beginner-friendly project? You’ve come to the right place! Don’t let the “amigurumi” style intimidate you—this pattern uses simple stitches that are easy to master.
These turtle coasters are perfect for adding a cute touch to your desk or coffee table and make an absolutely charming gift for someone special!
Materials
- Cotton Light Yarn: Brown and green
- Crochet Hook: 3 mm
- Toy Stuffing: For a plush look
- Safety Eyes: 8 mm size
- Scissors: For trimming yarn
- Tapestry Needle: For sewing pieces together and weaving in ends
Stitches & Abbreviations Used:
- Magic Ring (MR)
- Chain (ch)
- Slip Stitch (sl st)
- Single Crochet (sc)
- Double Crochet (dc)
- Increase (inc): Work 2 stitches into 1 stitch
- Decrease (dec): Work 1 stitch across 2 stitches
- * *: Repeat the sequence between the asterisks
Notes:
- The head, hands, and tail are crocheted in continuous rounds, meaning you do not slip stitch at the end of each round. Instead, move directly to the next round.
- The number at the end of each round indicates the total stitch count for that round.
Pattern
Body/Coaster
Using brown yarn:
- Round 1: Start with a MR, ch 1, work 12 dc into the MR (12 stitches total), sl st to join.
- Round 2: ch 2, dc inc in each stitch around (24 stitches total).
- Round 3: ch 2, dc in the next stitch, dc inc in the next repeat all around (36 stitches total).
- Round 4: ch 2, 2 dc, dc inc repeat all around (48 stitches total).
- Round 5: ch 2, 3 dc, dc inc repeat all around (60 stitches total).
Cut the yarn and finish off.
Head
- Round 1: MR, 6sc in MR (6)
- Round 2: inc all around (12)
- Round 3: sc, inc all around (18)
- Round 4: sc, inc, [2sc, inc]x5, sc (24)
- Round 5: 3sc, inc all around (30)
- Rounds 6-10: sc all around (30)
At this point, add safety eyes between Round 6 and Round 7. The eyes should be 5 stitches apart.
- Round 11: 3sc, dec all around (24)
- Round 12: sc, dec, [2sc, dec]x5, sc (18)
- Round 13: sc, dec all around (12)
Add stuffing here.
- Round 14: dec all around (6)
Add additional stuffing before stitching the bottom to close it.
Finish off and leave a long tail for closing the hole.
Arms x2
- Round 1: MR, 6sc in MR (6)
- Round 2: inc all around (12)
- Round 3: sc, inc all around (18)
- Round 4: sc, inc, [2sc, inc]x5, sc (24)
- Round 5: 3sc, inc all around (30)
Finish off and leave a long tail.
- Fold the circle in half and stitch it sideways to close it:
- Stitch from the back loop of one side to the front loop of the other side.
- Add a bit of stuffing before closing it completely.
Legs x2
- Round 1: MR, 6sc in MR (6)
- Round 2: inc all around (12)
- Round 3: sc, inc all around (18)
- Round 4: sc, inc, [2sc, inc]x5, sc (24)
Finish off and leave a long tail.
- Fold the circle in half and stitch it sideways to close it:
- Stitch from the back loop of one side to the front loop of the other side.
- Add a bit of stuffing before closing it completely.
Tail
- Round 1: MR, 5sc in MR (5)
- Round 2: sc all around (5)
- Round 3: inc all around (10)
- Rounds 4-5: sc all around (10)
Finish off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Assembly
Using a yarn needle and the long tail of your yarn, sew the tail to the bottom of the head, making sure they face each other. Next, attach the arms by stitching them 5 stitches away from the head. Then, position the legs 11 stitches below the arms and secure them in place. Finally, stitch the arms and legs to a corner of the coaster, ensuring everything is firmly attached.
Aaaaaand you’re done!
A tutorial is also available on my YouTube channel!
Conclusion
With the head, arms, legs, and tail securely assembled, your project is now complete! The combination of carefully crafted details and thoughtful assembly results in a charming, personalized creation. Whether you’re adding it to a collection or giving it as a gift, this handmade piece is sure to bring joy. I hope you had fun making it, and enjoy the satisfaction of your unique, cozy creation!
