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Hennifer Chicken Crochet Coaster Set Pattern

Hennifer Chicken Crochet Coaster Set Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cozy Accent

A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.

About This Hennifer Chicken Crochet Coaster Set Pattern

This pattern creates a playful chicken-themed coaster set: 4 coasters, an egg coaster pair, a chicken head "nest" and a decorative mat. Each piece is designed to stack together — the egg coasters fold into the shell and sit inside the chicken head. Clear round-by-round instructions and photos make it easy to follow along while adding fun texture and color to your home.

Hennifer Chicken Crochet Coaster Set Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

You will make the chicken comb, hair/top, egg pieces, shell, head, beak, wattles, feet and a loop-stitch nest. Techniques include continuous rounds, scalloped edges and loop stitch accents for a textured finish.

Why You'll Love This Hennifer Chicken Crochet Coaster Set Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines playful design with practical home use — every piece is both decorative and functional. I enjoy the textured loop-stitch nest and the surprise of the egg coasters folding into the shell. The chicken head adds personality and makes the whole set feel like a little scene on your table. Making this set feels rewarding because each small component comes together into a delightful finished collection.

Hennifer Chicken Crochet Coaster Set Pattern step 1 - construction progress Hennifer Chicken Crochet Coaster Set Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Hennifer Chicken Crochet Coaster Set Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Hennifer Chicken Crochet Coaster Set Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love customizing this pattern by changing colors to match kitchen decor — try muted pastels for a soft vintage look or bold primaries for a cheerful modern set.

I often make the egg coasters mini by using lighter yarn and a smaller hook; swap to DK weight with a 4 mm hook for a smaller, delicate version.

For a chunky, cuddle-ready set, use bulky yarn and larger hooks; the nest becomes especially plush when using 3 strands and a 8 mm crochet hook.

I sometimes embroider tiny facial expressions on the bird head for personality — just a few stitches of black embroidery thread changes the mood completely.

Try different loop stitch lengths on the mat to create a fuller or flatter nest; longer loops give a shaggy nest while shorter loops keep it neat.

I like adding felt or tiny crocheted accessories like little eggs, a bow, or a ribbon to the head for seasonal variations and gifting options.

If you want a more structured egg shell, add a small piece of interfacing or lightweight plastic inside while sewing the shell closed.

I also experiment with variegated yarns for the comb or wattles to create a marled, textured look without extra work.

To make the set portable, sew a small loop onto the mat and thread a ribbon through to hang it as a decoration when not in use.

Finally, I recommend trying different yarn fibers: cotton gives a crisp stitch definition, while acrylic blends keep pieces soft and easy-care.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during continuous rounds causes lost counts and uneven shaping; place a marker at the beginning of each round and re-count often to stay accurate. ✗ Pulling the yarn too tight when working two strands together will make the egg shell stiff and misshapen; keep an even, slightly loose tension and check the fit as you go. ✗ Failing to change color at the correct point on the egg coaster can create visible joins; change yarn color at the end of the specified round using a slip stitch to make the transition neat. ✗ Not stuffing or joining edges properly on the egg shell and top results in gaps when closing; leave the long tail indicated and use it to sew the top securely, tucking edges as you close the opening.

Hennifer Chicken Crochet Coaster Set Pattern

Create a charming chicken-themed coaster set that doubles as a playful nesting display. This pattern guides you step-by-step through coasters, an egg coaster set, a cozy nest mat, and a tiny chicken head with cute details. Perfect for gifting or brightening your kitchen, it uses common stitches and clear photos to help you along. Dive in and enjoy making a whimsical handmade set that stacks neatly and looks delightful on display.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Hennifer Chicken Crochet Coaster Set Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    ImpeccableSolid Yarn by Loops & Threads (4.5 oz. / 127.5g; 285 yd. / 260 m) - medium (#4)
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    Chicken Head: Almond (use 2 strands together) & Bernat Super Value - Topaz (for hair/top)
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    Legs & Beak: Gold - approx 10-15g each
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    Comb & Wattles: Claret - small amount
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    Egg Shell & Egg Coasters: Skylight (shell), Lemon (yolk), Bernat Super Value Winter White (white for egg) - use small skeins; cut extra strand if you do not have 2 skeins
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    Mat: Fern, Chocolate Brown, Dark Sage - Caron Simply Soft (Dark Sage) or 3 strands combined for loop effect
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    Note: Egg shell uses 2 strands of yarn held together; mat uses 3 strands held together

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size US H/8 (5.0 mm)
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    Crochet hook size US I/9 (5.5 mm)
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    Crochet hook size US K/10.5 (6.5 mm)
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    Tapestry / yarn needle for sewing and weaving ends
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    Embroidery thread or black yarn for eyes
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    Scissors
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    Stitch markers
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    Optional: stitch counter

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— Chicken Comb / Coaster :

Colour :

Claret

Round 1 :

Create MC, 6 sc into MC (6)

Round 2 :

2 sc into each st around (incr) (12)

Round 3 :

*Sc into next st, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (18)

Round 4 :

*Sc into next 2 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (24)

Round 5 :

Sc into next 2 sts, 2 sc into next (incr), *sc into next 3 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around ending in 1 sc (30)

Round 6 :

*Sc into next 4 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (36)

Round 7 :

Sc into next 3 sts, 2 sc into next (incr), *sc into next 5 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around ending in 2 sc (42)

Round 8 :

*Sc into next 6 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (48)

Round 9 :

*Sc into next 5 sts, ch 1, turn. Sc into 4 sts, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr) 2 times, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr), ch 1, turn. 2 sc into the same st and next st. Sl st into the next 2 sts*; repeat to form scallops creating 4 scallops on each side as instructed.

Info :

We will be making the fourth scallop using the same steps as above, but we need to add an extra stitch at the base in this one. Sc into the next 2 sts, 2 sc into the next st, sc into the next st; ch 1, turn. Now repeat the same steps as above to complete the scallop: Sc into the next 4 sts, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr) 2 times, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr), ch 1, turn. 2 sc into the same st, 2 sc into the next st. Sl st into the next 2 sts.

Info :

We will now skip a space where the next scallop would be. Sc into the next 5 sts. Now start another set of 4 scallops repeating the same process as above to create the second gap. Sc into remaining sts to create the second gap. Fasten off and sew in any loose ends.

— Top of Chicken Head (Hair) / Coaster :

Notes :

To create this coaster we will make 2 half circles separately and then join them together. We adjust technique: consider the turning chain our first dc in each round after Round 1.

Colour :

Topaz

Round 1 :

Create MC, chain 2, 6 dc into MC (7 = 6 dc + ch 2). To make the turning chain: ch 2, insert hook into 2nd ch from hook, pull up a loop. Turn your work to continue completing a dc.

Round 2 :

Insert hook into space below your st and pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, pull through 2 loops (this st now counts as your first dc). *2 dc into the next sp*; repeat to end (12 = 11 dc + 1 turning ch).

Round 3 :

Repeat the same steps as beginning of Round 2 (make a turning ch and 1 dc into the same sp). Then, *dc into next sp, 2 dc into next sp (incr)*; repeat around (17 = 16 dc + 1 turning ch).

Round 4 :

Repeat the same steps as beginning of Round 2 (make a turning ch and 1 dc into the same sp). Then: Dc into next 2 sps. Hdc into the next sp. *Sc into the next 2 sps, 2 sc into the next (incr)*; repeat 1 more time. Sc into the next 2 sps. Hdc into the next sp. Dc into the next 2 sps. 2 dc into the last sp (20 = 19 sts + 1 turning ch).

Info :

Fasten off your first half circle. Repeat Rounds 1-4 for your second half circle. After Round 4 we will continue to Round 5 to join them together.

Round 5 :

In the next 2 rounds, insert the hook into proper stitch placement (not the space below). Continuing the yarn from your second half circle, *Sc into the next 3 sts [on the first half circle we made], 2 sc into the next st (incr)*; repeat 4 times. Sc into the next 2 sts, 2 sc into the next st. You should now be joining the opposite side of the half circle. Continue going around: *Sc into the next 3 sts, 2 sc into the next st (incr)*; repeat 4 times. Sc into the next 2 sts, 2 sc into the next (48).

Round 6 :

We will now make a scalloped edge using a similar technique as the Chicken Comb coaster. This will require us to turn the work a few times. We will end up with 6 scallops on each side of the circle. *Sc into the next 4 sts, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr) 2 times, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr), ch 1, turn. 2 sc into the same st, 2 sc into the next st. Sl st into the next 2 sts*; repeat around to form scallops. Fasten off and sew in any loose ends.

— Egg Coaster (make 2) :

Notes :

Working in continuous rounds. We are starting with the middle of the yolk. Colours: Lemon, Winter White. Rounds 1-8: Repeat steps from Chicken Comb Coaster. Change yarn colour to white at the end of Round 3 using a sl st.

Round 9 :

Sc into next 4 sts, hdc into the next st, dc into the next, 2 tc into the next st, dc into the next, hdc into the next, sc into the next 2 sts, sl st into the next st. Hdc into the next st, 2 dc into the next st, tc into the next 4 sts, dc into the next 3 sts, hdc into the next st, sc into the next st, sl st into the next st.

Round 9 cont :

Sc into the next 3 sts, 2 sc into the next st, sc into the next 5 sts, hdc into the next st, dc into the next 2 sts, 2 tc into the next st, dc into the next st, sc into the next 3 sts, sl st into the next. Follow photo references to shape the uneven rounded edges.

Round 10 :

Hdc into the next st, sc into the next st, sl st into the next 2 sts, hdc into the next 2 sts, 2 dc (incr) into the next 3 sts, 2 hdc (incr) into the next st, sl st into the next 3 sts. Sc into the next, 2 sc (incr) into the next 2 sts, hdc into the next, 2 sc (incr) into the next 6 sts, sc into the next st, sl st into the next 2 sts.

Round 10 cont :

Sc into the next 8 sts, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr), sc into the next 3 sts, sc together (decr), ch 1, turn. Sc into the next 5 sts, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr), sc in next st, sc together (decr), ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr), sl st in same st, fasten off leaving ~10" tail. We will use this tail to sew the coaster into the egg shell. Sew in any other loose ends.

— Egg Shell: Bottom (make 1) :

Notes :

To make the bottom & top of the egg shell, use 2 strands of yarn at the same time and a 5.5 mm hook. Your crochet tension for the egg shell should be quite tight as we want it to hold its shape once complete. Colour: Skylight. If you do not have 2 skeins of yarn in the same colour, cut a strand of yarn measuring approximately 50-feet for the second piece of yarn.

Round 1 :

Create MC, 6 sc into MC (6)

Round 2 :

2 sc into each st around (incr) (12)

Round 3 :

*Sc into next st, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (18)

Round 4 :

*Sc into next 2 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (24). Flip your work inside out so you are working the rounds from the outside.

Round 5-9 :

Sc around (24)

Round 10 :

*Sc in the next 3 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat 4 times total, ending in sc in last 4 sts (20). Fasten off and sew in any loose ends.

— Egg Shell: Top (make 1) :

Notes :

Use 2 strands of yarn at the same time and a 5.5 mm hook. We will be starting from the opening end (bigger part) of the egg and working towards the top. Colour: Skylight. If you do not have 2 skeins of yarn in the same colour, cut a strand of yarn measuring approximately 48-feet for the second piece of yarn.

Round 1 :

Ch 24, sl st to beg first ch to close loop (24)

Round 2-5 :

Sc in each st around (24)

Round 6 :

*Sc into next 6 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat around (21)

Round 7 :

*Sc into next 5 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat around (18). Flip your work inside out so you are working the rounds from the outside.

Round 8 :

*Sc into next 4 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat around (15)

Round 9 :

*Sc into next 3 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat around (12)

Round 10 :

Sc together 3 times. Fasten off and use tail to sew remaining top of the egg closed. Sew in any remaining loose ends.

Item Name (Egg Assembly) :

Sew each of the egg coasters into one side of the egg shell (top & bottom) using the long tail we left. Attach the coaster far into the bottom and top of the egg shell so when the coaster is rolled up inside, there is some room remaining around the perimeter of each egg shell to close it together. To close the egg, gently twist the top and bottom together.

— Chicken Head :

Notes :

To make the head, use 2 strands of yarn at the same time. Colours: Almond, Topaz.

Round 1 :

Create MC, ch 2 (counts as hdc). 9 hdc into the MC. Join with sl st into top of ch 2 to close round (10).

Round 2 :

Ch 2 (counts as hdc). Hdc into same st. 2 hdc (incr) in each st around. Join with sl st into top of ch 2 to close round (20).

Round 3 :

Ch 2 (counts as hdc). Hdc into same st. *2 hdc (incr) in next st. Hdc in next st* repeat around ending with 1 hdc. Join with sl st into top of ch 2 to close round (30).

Round 4 :

Ch 2 (counts as hdc). Hdc into same st. *2 hdc (incr) in next st. Hdc in next 2 sts* repeat around ending with 1 hdc. Join with sl st into top of ch 2 to close round (40).

Round 5-6 :

Ch 1. Hdc in each st around. Join with sl st into ch 1 to close off round (40).

Round 7 :

We will now begin to make the opening on the back of the head for a mug handle. To do this, we will not be stitching all the way around and instead will flip our work in Rounds 7-11. Ch 1. Hdc in next 36 sts, ch 1, turn.

Round 8 :

Hdc in each 36 sts, ch 1, turn.

Round 9 :

In Round 9 & Round 11: insert your hook below the regular stitch location and catch the stitch below. Otherwise you will end up with a visible horizontal line running along the head. Hdc in each 36 sts, ch 1, turn.

Round 10 :

Hdc in each 36 sts (insert hook in normal st location). Ch 1, turn.

Round 11 :

Hdc in each 36 sts (insert hook below regular st location as you did in round 9). Ch 1, turn.

Round 12 :

We will close the gap at the top of the head in this round and stitch all the way around. Hdc in each st, when you get to the opening / gap, ch 1 and sc into the first st on the other side. Then sc together (dec) once. *Sc in next 2 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat around. When you get to the opening again, sc into the ch 1 where the gap is, and another sc into the next st. Then sl st into the next st. Fasten off and sew in any loose ends.

— Chicken Beak :

Colour :

Gold. Start with a long tail approximately 10" long. This will be used to sew the beak onto the head. We are starting from the base of the beak.

Round 1 :

Ch 12, sl st to first ch 1 (12)

Round 2 :

*Sc into the next 4 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat twice (10)

Round 3 :

Sc in each st around. Turn piece inside out and work the rounds from the outside.

Round 4 :

*Sc into the next 3 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat twice (8)

Round 5 :

*Sc into the next 2 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat twice (6)

Round 6 :

Sc together 2 times. Fasten off. Sew onto head directly opposite from the vertical opening.

— Chicken Wattles (make 2) :

Colour :

Claret

Round 1 :

Create MC, 4 sc into MC (4)

Round 2 :

*Sc into the next st, 2 sc into the next*; repeat around (6)

Round 3-4 :

Sc into each st around. Turn piece inside out and work the rounds from the outside. (6)

Round 5 :

*Sc together (decr)* repeat 3 times. Fasten off leaving approximately 10" tail to sew onto head.

Info :

Sew onto head just slightly below the left & right side of the beak.

— Chicken Feet (make 2) :

Colour :

Gold

Bottom of Foot - Round 1 :

Create a MC, ch 2 (counts as first dc), 3 dc into MC (4). Ch 1, turn.

Round 2 :

Sc across (4). Ch 1, turn.

Round 3 :

We will now make the first toe. *Sc into next st, chain 4. Sc into second ch from hook, and into next 2 sts down the chain. Sc in bottom of chain (make sure to grab both yarns)*; repeat another 2 times to make 3 toes total.

Row 1 (Leg) :

Make 6 foundation chains. Fasten off leaving ~10" tail to sew it onto the bottom of the foot.

Assembling the Feet :

Using a yarn needle, sew the foundation chain to the bottom of the foot using a whipstitch. Make sure the toes are facing / curling away from the leg.

Info :

Sew each leg onto the bottom of the chicken head.

— Eyes :

Info :

Use black embroidery thread or yarn and a yarn needle to sew on eyes to the head.

— Mat / Nest :

Notes :

To make the nest, use 3 strands of yarn at the same time. Colours: Fern, Chocolate Brown, Dark Sage.

Round 1 :

Create MC, 6 sc into MC (6)

Round 2 :

2 sc into each st around (incr) (12)

Round 3 :

*Sc into next st, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (18)

Round 4 :

*Sc into next 2 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (24)

Round 5 :

*Sc into next 3 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (30)

Round 6 :

*Sc into next 4 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (36)

Info :

In Round 7 & 8 we will be using a method called a Loop Stitch. It can be tricky at first but keep trying! The effect in the end is worth the effort.

Round 7 :

Using a loop stitch, *sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st (increase)* repeat around (42)

Round 8 :

Using a loop stitch, *sc in next 6 sts, 2 sc in next st (increase)* repeat around (48)

Info :

If you would like to increase the size of the nest, continue after Round 8 adding in one more sc in between your 2 sc (incr) sts. (Ex. Round 9: *sc in next 7 sts, 2 sc in next st*; repeat around).

— Final Assembly :

Step 1 :

Fold in each side of the egg coasters. Roll them up and push them inside the egg shell. Make sure there is some room around the perimeter of each shell. Gently twist the top and bottom shells together to close the egg.

Step 2 :

Fold the chicken comb coaster in half and push the top part through the opening of the hair coaster. Insert red comb through opening of hair coaster as shown in photos.

Step 3 :

Place the chicken head on the mat, the egg inside the head, and the hair on top of the head. Arrange wattles, beak and legs and sew securely. Weave in any remaining ends. Happy Creating!

Assembly Instructions

  • Fold in each side of the egg coasters, roll them up and push them inside the egg shell; twist top and bottom gently to close the egg so there is room around the perimeter for closing.
  • Fold the chicken comb coaster in half and insert the comb through the opening of the hair coaster (top) to secure it in place before placing on the head.
  • Sew legs onto the bottom of the chicken head using the foundation chain tails and a whipstitch, making sure toes face/curl away from the leg for a natural look.
  • Attach the egg coasters inside the top and bottom of the egg shell using the long tail left on the coaster and sew them well into the shell so they stay tucked when rolled.
  • Sew the beak and wattles onto the front of the head using the long tails left; place the beak opposite the vertical opening and position wattles slightly below left and right of the beak.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work with consistent tension when holding two strands together for the egg shell to ensure proper fit and shape.
  • 💡Use stitch markers and count stitches frequently when increasing rounds to avoid losing your place in circular work.
  • 💡When creating scallops and loop stitches, turn your work as instructed and refer to the photos to confirm the correct orientation of the loops and scallops.

This Hennifer Chicken coaster set brings playful charm to your home with a cozy nest, foldable egg coasters and a delightful chicken head nest. The set stacks neatly and makes an adorable handmade gift or kitchen accent. Enjoy crocheting every textured detail and the clever assembly that hides the egg coasters inside. 🐔🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished pieces be?

Chicken head sitting on top of mat measures approximately 7" (L) x 7" (W) x 7.5" (H). Egg coasters are approximately 5.5" diameter and the mat is approximately 7" diameter.

Which hook sizes do I need?

Use US H/8 (5 mm) for comb/coasters, US I/9 (5.5 mm) for egg shell and head when holding two strands, and US K/10.5 (6.5 mm) for the mat (loop stitch rounds).

Do I need experience with special stitches?

This pattern uses common stitches plus loop stitch and scalloped edging; intermediate crocheters will find it straightforward, but confident beginners can follow the photos and notes to learn the loop stitch and scallops.

How long does this project typically take?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, depending on experience and how many pieces you make at once.