There are a lot of choices when it comes to finding the best yarn for any knitting or crocheting project. In this blog post, we will explore some of the best choices for coasters (both knit and crochet) and provide you with information on what to look for when choosing yarn for coasters.
We’ll also give you some tips on how to care for your finished coasters to keep them looking new. So, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced knitter or crocheter, keep reading for coaster yarn advice!
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What to Consider when Choosing Yarn for Coasters
Let’s take a look at all the factors that should come into play when choosing the perfect cotton yarn.
1. Ease of Care
This is a big one since your coasters may get a bit dirty from time to time (think spills!). The best yarn to choose that is easy to care for and can handle all that a coaster is put through is cotton yarn.
Luckily, most all cotton yarns are easy to care for thanks to the nature of cotton. (Thanks nature!) You can machine wash most cottons and they just get softer with time.
This is what makes them such good choices for coasters.
Some people like acrylic for their coasters, and this is a fine choice for cold items, but be careful with heat since acrylic can melt!
2. Cost
There are many affordable, high-quality cotton yarns on the market today. As knitters or crocheters, we can easily find a yarn that meets our demands.
From strong kitchen cotton to mercerized cotton that’s delicate enough for a summer top, you can discover fantastic inexpensive yarns in virtually any yarn thickness.
3. Weight
Speaking of yarn weight, you want to choose the right weight yarn for your project. Most coasters are in a DK or worsted weight yarn (categories 3 and 4) but you can find cotton yarn to meet your needs in almost any weight.
4. Availability
I know the internet has opened up lots of options, but a lot of the times I want to feel the yarn before I buy it. This isn’t as big of a concern with coasters as it is to something that’s going next to the skin, but it’s still something to take into account.
So as much as I love online shopping, there is just something about being able to handle the yarn that appeals to me. I tend to use yarn that is available locally, but there are times that I really love ordering online from places such as We Crochet (they have several cotton yarns I love that make great coasters!).
Best Yarns on the Market for Coasters
Since cotton yarn is the best for a knit or crochet coasters I’m giving you my best recommendations for cotton yarn.
There are many different cotton yarns that will make a wonderful knit or crochet coaster pattern. It would be impossible for me to list them all here, but these are some of my favorite ones that I have personally used and loved.
Here they are in no particular order:
1. Knit Picks/We Crochet Dishie
This cotton yarn is well-known for creating beautiful kitchen and bath goods like dishcloths, face scrubbies, and soap savers. It has a wide range of colors and retains its brightness and vitality even after several machine washes.
It makes wonderful coasters due to its ability to keep its colors well and its absorbancy. Definitely one of my favorites!
Fiber Content: 100% cotton
Yarn Weight: Worsted Weight Yarn (#4)
Yardage/Weight: 190 yards/100g
Care: Machine wash and dry
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2. Lily Sugar N Cream
This cotton yarn is known for creating wonderful kitchen and bath objects. It’s readily available at most big-box craft stores (and even my own Walmart!) and is extremely cost-effective. Knitters and crocheters alike adore this yarn.
Since it’s well suited for kitchen and bath items it makes wonderful coasters as it is super durable and easy to clean.
Fiber Content: 100% cotton
Yarn Weight: Worsted Weight Yarn (#4)
Yardage/Weight:
- Solids: 71g / 2.5 oz, 109 meters / 120 yards
- Ombres: 57g / 2 oz, 86 meters / 95 yards
Care: Machine wash and dry
Click here to check out Lily Sugar N Cream yarn!
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3. Knit Picks/We Crochet Billow
If you want a thicker coaster, you should try Billow.
This is the best heavy-weight cotton yarn I’ve ever used. It’s got a fantastic feel to it, comes in a wide range of colors, and is very reasonably priced for a bulky weight hank of cotton yarn. If you want to learn how to dye your own yarn, it even comes in a bare form!
Fiber Content: 100% pima cotton
Yarn Weight: Bulky weight yarn (#5)
Yardage/Weight: 120 yards/100g
Care: Hand wash, dry flat
Click here to check out Billow yarn!
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4. Lion Brand Yarn Oh Baby Organic Cotton Yarn
Look no farther than Oh Baby for high-quality, organic cotton yarn. This yarn is extremely soft and ideal for baby things (and a variety of other projects).
It is on the thinner side as a category 2 yarn, but it still makes nice coasters that will keep your tables clean and dry.
Fiber Content: 100% organic cotton
Yarn Weight: Sport (#2)
Yardage/Weight: 180 yards/1.75oz
Care: Machine wash and dry
Click here to check out Oh Baby! yarn!
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5. Lion Brand Yarn 24/7 Cotton
This yarn is a mercerized cotton, which has a sheen and brightness to it. This makes it ideal for practically any application that requires cotton, such as baby gear, home décor, and so on.
It makes great coasters as it can hold up to a lot of wear and tear and still look great.
Fiber Content: 100% mercerized cotton
Yarn Weight: Worsted weight yarn (#4)
Yardage/Weight: 186 yards/3.5oz
Care: Machine wash, machine dry
Click here to check out 24/7 yarn!
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Common Coaster Yarn Questions
You can if you want them to be more decorative than functional, but be aware that acrylic will melt if exposed to heat. So while a coffee mug might be okay, if it comes into contact with something hotter it can melt. Cotton or wool yarn are better choices.
Since coasters are typically small (a finished coaster is around 4″ square), you do not need much yarn for a crocheted or knitted coaster. You can easily make several out of a single skein of yarn. This makes them great options for stash busting projects and using up odds and ends of scrap yarn. You can use a different color for each row!
After choosing your yarn, you will need to determine the proper crochet hook or knitting needle size for your project. Check the label on your skein of yarn for a recommendation, or look at your pattern. You will also need a yarn needle and some scissors. Check the pattern for any other notions.
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Today we’ve learned about the best yarn for coasters, whether you choose to knit or crochet. I hope you’ve enjoyed this post!
Happy Knitting and Crocheting!
Amanda
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