The lemon peel stitch is so fun to use within crochet projects. You only need to use single crochet and double crochet so it’s very beginner friendly but also a nice variation when you need a bit of a change and want to switch things up!

Today I’m sharing a quick and simple coaster pattern that uses the lemon peel stitch to make a cute little set. You can make however you need in whatever colours you choose. If this stitch is new to you or you need a refresher, a tutorial for the lemon peel stitch is included within the pattern.

Let’s make some coasters!

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**I would love to see your own creative spin on colours and how you’ve made it unique. Tag me on Instagram (@sweet_bee_crochet) to show off your finished piece!**

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Notes:

• This pattern is written in US terms (find a stitch conversion chart here)
• Gauge is hard to measure for this pattern as the finished piece is typically the size of a
  traditional gauge swatch
• Finished coaster measures approximately 4×4 inches
• Turning CH for rows 1-10 does not count as a stitch
• Special stitch tutorial is included within the pattern
• You might find a quick blocking of your coasters to be beneficial
• Extra photos can be found on the last page for optional printing

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight cotton yarn in two colours. Approximately 16 yards in colour A and 6
  yards for colour B. I used WeCrochet Dishie in “Blush” and “White” (yardage is for one
  coaster)
• 4mm hook, or other size that is complimentary to your yarn. I used my cute Dots hook
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Measuring tape

Stitches:
CH – Chain
SS – Slip Stitch
SC – Single Crochet
DC – Double Crochet

Special Stitch Tutorial:
Lemon Peel Stitch – The lemon peel stitch starts with an odd number of chains. It
is made by alternating SC and DC stitches, always starting with a SC and ending on
a DC.
Detailed Tutorial: click here

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Pattern:
With yarn colour A, CH 15

Row 1:
Into the second CH from your hook, place 1 SC followed by 1 DC in the next stitch. Repeat this stitch sequence of 1 SC then 1 DC across the row, ending with a DC stitch. CH 1 and turn.

(7 SC stitches, 7 DC stitches = 14 stitches)

Rows 2-10:
Into the first stitch, place 1 SC followed by 1 DC in the next stitch. Repeat this stitch sequence of 1 SC then 1 DC across the row, ending with a DC stitch. CH 1 and turn for all rows except row 10. After completing row 10, fasten off.

(7 SC stitches, 7 DC stitches = 14 stitches)

Edging:
(I find fastening off and re-joining the yarn in the middle of an edge provides a neater finish for the border)

Round 1:
With yarn colour A, join into the middle of any edge with a SS and CH 1 (represents 1 SC). Evenly place 1 SC around all edges and make 1 SC, CH 2, 1 SC into each corner space. SS into the beginning CH 1, fasten off. [Photo A]

Round 2:
Join yarn colour B into the middle of any edge with a SS and CH 1 (represents 1 SC). Evenly place 1 SC around all edges and make 1 SC, CH 2, 1 SC into each CH 2 corner space. SS into the beginning CH 1, fasten off and weave in all ends. [Photo B]

Great job! Your Simple Lemon Stitch Coaster is complete! Check out the great versions my pattern testers made below!

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