How to Crochet a Skull Coaster – Free Pattern + Step-by-Step Instructions
Hey, spooky friend! 👻
Whether you're decking out your space for Halloween, embracing your inner goth year-round, or just really into skulls (same), this free Skull Coaster crochet pattern is the perfect tiny project to hook up in no time. It’s beginner-friendly, only takes a bit of yarn, and adds a fun handmade touch to your coffee table, altar, or office desk.
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🧶 What You’ll Need:
4.5 mm crochet hook (give or take — this pattern is chill like that)
Worsted weight yarn (white or bone-colored gives a classic look, but go wild!)
Tapestry needle
Scissors
🧵 Stitches Used:
MR (magic ring)
HDC (half double crochet)
DC (double crochet)
TC (treble crochet)
SL ST (slip stitch)
🧠 Skill Level:
Confident beginner — if you can work in the round and know your basic stitches, you’re good to go!
🦴 Let’s Crochet a Skull!
This little skull works up to be about 3 inches tall, making it the perfect size for mugs, candles, or even to turn into a Halloween garland. The pattern starts with a magic ring (or chain 4 if you're anti-magic), and you’ll be doing some fun shaping with treble crochets and chains to get that iconic skull look.
👉 Scroll down for the full free pattern below.
✨ Pattern Notes:
Use whatever hook and yarn combo gives you a coaster-sized skull.
Blocking helps bring out the shape — especially the cheekbones and jaw.
Want a set? These work up so fast you can make a stack in one afternoon.
Round 1
chain 4 or make a magic ring. chain, 7 tr in center. (8 sts)
chain 5. 1 tr also in center. chain 2. 1 tr in center. chain 5. sl st to the top of the ch 3 at the beginning of round.
Round 2
chain 1. 2 hdc in that same space. 2 hdc in each of the next 7 sts. 9 hdc in the chain 5 space. sl st to the top of tr from round one.
chain 2. 1 dc in that same space. 3 dc in the chain 2 space. 1 dc in the top of the next st from round one. chain 2. sl st to the base of that same st. 9 hdc in the second chain 5 space. sl st to the top of thefirst hdc from this round.
Round 3
chain 1. 1 hdc in each of the next 24 sts. sl st to the top of the chain 2. chain 2 and 1 dc in the same space. 1 dc in each of the next 6 sts. chain 2 more and sl st to the base of the same stitch you just made.
1 hdc in each of the next 9 sts. sl st to the first hdc in the round and join. weave in ends.
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I hope you had fun making this spooky little skull. Your support means the world — whether you’re crocheting along, sharing your creations, or grabbing the PDF. Happy hooking, and see you in the next pattern!
