Crochet Turtle Coaster Pattern (Flipping Tortoise Mug Holder)

This cute and viral crochet turtle coaster is not just decorative but also functional. It pops up to hold your mug and adds a beautiful handmade touch to your table.

Materials Needed

4 ply cotton yarn
2.5 mm crochet hook
Stitch marker
Tapestry needle
Fiberfill

Crochet Abbreviations

MR – Magic Ring
DC – Double Crochet
SC – Single Crochet
HDC – Half Double Crochet
INC – Increase
SL ST – Slip Stitch
DEC- Decrease

Skill Level

Beginner to Intermediate

Finished Size

Approx 4–5 inches depending on yarn

Helpful Tips

Use stitch marker for accuracy
Count stitches every round
Stuff head firmly for best shape

Crochet Pattern

Base (Shell)

Round 1: MR, 11 DC (11)

Round 2: DC INC in each stitch (22)

Round 3: (1 DC, INC) repeat (33)

Round 4: (1 DC, INC, 1 DC) repeat (44)

Border

Round 5: Reverse single crochet around

Tail

Chain 4, SC across

Row 2: SC across

Row 3: 1 SC, DEC, 1 SC (3)

Row 4: 3 SC

Row 5: SC 3 TOG

Row 6: 1 SC

Legs (Make 4)

MR, 12 HDC

Round 2: HDC INC (24)

Round 3: SS join

Fold and join

Head

MR, 6 SC

Round 2: INC (12)

Round 3: (1 SC, INC) repeat (18)

Round 4: (1 SC, INC, 1 SC) repeat (24)

Rounds 5–6: SC around

Round 7: (1 SC, DEC, 1 SC)* (18)

Round 8: SC around

Round 9: (1 SC, DEC)*Repeat (12)

Round 10: SC around

Round 11: SC Dec*6 (6)

Round 12 to 14: SC around

Assembly

Attach legs, tail, and head using glue or sewing. Add eyes.

Video Tutorial

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FAQ

Is this beginner friendly?

Yes, basic stitches are used.

Best yarn for amigurumi?

Cotton yarn works best.

Can I sell finished items?

Yes, handmade items can be sold.

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Crochet Floral Curtain Tutorial for Beginners – Full Written Pattern

Let's turn a plain boring window into an aesthetic masterpiece with this crochet floral curtain. This project uses 4 ply 100% cotton yarn and a 2.5 mm crochet hook. We will make daisy flowers, bell flowers, leaf strings, and a strap to assemble the curtain.

Materials

4 ply 100% cotton yarn (multiple colors)
2.5 mm crochet hook
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Glue gun or fabric glue (optional)
Stitch markers

Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
ch – Chain
sc – Single Crochet
dc – Double Crochet
sl st – Slip Stitch
inc – Increase (2 stitches in same stitch)
Shell Stitch – 5 dc in same stitch

DAISY FLOWER (Small Flower)

Center

Make a magic circle.
Ch 1.
Work 10 sc into the center.
Pull the starting tail tightly to close the circle.
Sl st into the first sc.
Ch 1, cut yarn leaving 2–3 inches, pull through and knot.

Petals

Insert hook into the stitch where you made the slip stitch.
Attach petal color yarn.
Ch 2.

In next stitch:
3 dc in the same stitch.
Ch 2.
Sl st into next stitch.

Repeat this pattern for all 5 petals:
Ch 2 → 3 dc in next stitch → Ch 2 → Sl st in next stitch.

After 5 petals:
Sl st into the previous row slst.
Ch 1, cut yarn, pull through, knot and weave ends.

You need 100 daisy flowers for the curtain.

BELL FLOWER

Base

Make a magic circle.
Ch 1.
Work 5 sc into the center.
Pull tail slightly (do not close tightly).
working in spirals

Round 2

In each stitch: 2 sc (5 increases).
Total: 10 sc.

Round 3

Pattern: 1 sc, inc.
Repeat around.
Total: 15 sc.

Round 4

Pattern: 2 sc, inc.
Repeat around.
Total: 20 sc.

Rounds 5–9

1 sc in each stitch (20 sc per round).
Creates a dome shape.

Round 10 – Petals (Front Loop Only)

Work in front loops only.

*1 sc in front loop.
Skip next stitch.
In next stitch: Shell stitch (5 dc in same front loop).
Skip next stitch.*

Repeat to make 5 petals.

Sl st to first stitch.
Ch 1, cut yarn, knot and weave ends.

You need 17 bell flowers for the curtain.

STRAP (Top Band)

Make a long foundation chain (approx. 32–34 inches).
Row 1:
Skip 3 chains, dc in 4th chain.
Dc in each chain across.

Rows 2–6 (Mesh Pattern):
Ch 3, turn.
Skip 1 stitch, dc in next stitch.
Ch 1.
Repeat: skip 1, dc in next.
Continue to end.







Row 7 (Solid Border):
Ch 3, turn.
Dc in chain-1 gaps and dc on top of each dc.
Continue to end.
Ch 1, cut yarn, pull through and knot.

STRINGS (Flower + Leaf Strings)

Fold strap in half to find center.
Mark center with stitch marker.
Fold again to find equal spacing for remaining strings. Mark total 17 points at equal distance for 17 strings

To make a string:
Insert hook into marked stitch.
Include starting tail end inside the chain.

Make 32 chains → make a leaf. attach flower at the 16th chain of ch-32
Leaf: Ch 6, sl st into 7th chain from hook.

Repeat:
32 chains → leaf
32 chains → leaf
32 chains → leaf
32 chains → leaf

After 4 leaves, make 16 chains → attach bell flower.

Attach bell flower:
Insert hook into bell flower magic ring.
Pull string tail through.
Tie 2–3 tight knots.
Trim ends (no need to weave).

Repeat this process for all strings across the strap.

Final Assembly

Attach all strings evenly across the strap.
Use stitch markers to maintain equal spacing.
Hang the strap on a curtain rod or nails.
Adjust flowers and leaves for a neat look.

Your crochet floral curtain is now ready!

Happy Crocheting! 🌸

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