amberblissthis Learn how to use the Dariana’s Heart Earring Pattern to create coasters and hot pads! Apply these skills to anything you want to create with this pattern!
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So, here’s the question. How do you turn THIS tiny earring (above) into THIS perfect coaster (below)?
I’m a big proponent of patterns that have multiple uses. A lot of my earring patterns work as coasters, garlands, ornaments, and more! It’s SO much easier than you might imagine.
Dariana’s Heart Earrings work up to approximately 1.5″ x 1.5″ when you use size 10 crochet thread and a 1.65 or 1.75mm hook. They are TINY! I know a lot of crocheters are intimidated by the tiny hooks and thread, so here’s the good news. You can use the same awesome pattern to make a VARIETY of crocheted items!
When worked with worsted weight (4) yarn and a 6.5mm hook, your coaster-sized heart is just over 4″ x 4″. Amazing, right?
Better yet, hold 3 strands of worsted weight (4) yarn, and use a 10 mm hook, and you have the perfect sized hot pad (trivet or potholder…whichever you prefer to call it!) at just about 8″ x 8″. Can you believe it?
Just follow the yarn and hook requirements for your desired size/item, and you’re set! You don’t have to change any of the directions. Just follow the pattern as written!
First, you’ll need the pattern. It’s available for purchase in both Ravelry and Etsy!
Earring Pattern Materials
- Curio 10 Thread, 12-15 yards MC, 1-2 yards CC
- Hook 1.75-2mm
- Needle for weaving in ends
- 2 fish hook ear wires
- Flat nose pliers
- Aleene’s Stiffen Quik or any brand clear-drying fabric stiffening spray (OPTIONAL)
Coaster Pattern Modification Materials
- Worsted Weight (4) yarn such as Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton or Dishie, 13 yards MC, 1-1.5 yards CC for each coaster
- Hook 6.5mm
- Needle for weaving in ends
GAUGE: for the coaster, Row 1 will measure approximately 2 square inches.
Hot Pad Pattern Modification Materials
- 3 strands of Worsted Weight (4) yarn held together such as Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton or Dishie, 69 yards MC (23 yards of each strand), 9 yards CC (3 yards of each strand)
- Hook 10 mm
- Needle for weaving in ends
GAUGE: for the hot pad, Row 1 will measure approximately 3 ¾” x 3 ¾” square inches.
That’s it! That’s all you need to know to modify this pattern into a coaster or a hot pad! REALLY! Now, go make sets for all your favorite people, and don’t forget to post photos so I can see!
Want to know which other earring patterns convert easily? Try these!
Want a free coaster pattern? Try the All Heart Décor pattern.
Want a free hot pad pattern? Try the Ever Ridge Hot Pad pattern.
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