Welcome to our Halloween-inspired crochet wonderland! In this blog post, we’re thrilled to share with the Jack-O-Lantern Square Crochet Coaster pattern. With the spooky season just around the corner, what better way to embrace the festivities than by hooking up these adorable pumpkin-themed coasters? Whether you’re looking to infuse your home with a touch of Halloween charm or exploring the world of handmade crafts to sell at markets, this pattern is your gateway to creating captivating and functional pieces that capture the spirit of the season.
Did you know that Halloween is Irish?
Did you know that Halloween, with all its eerie allure, has deep roots in the misty landscapes of Ireland. Tracing back to ancient Celtic traditions, particularly the festival of Samhain, the origins of Halloween are intertwined with the mystical. Samhain marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter, a time when the boundary between the world of the living and the spirit realm was believed to be at its thinnest. It was during this time that the Celts carved turnips and other root vegetables, lighting them with embers to guide the way for spirits and protect their homes from malevolent entities. This tradition eventually evolved into the familiar Jack-O-Lantern we know today, named after the figure of “Stingy Jack” from Irish folklore. These traditions were brought to America by the Irish who were leaving their homeland due to the Great Hunger in the 1800’s.
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate. An ad free PDF is available with full written instructions at Etsy & Ravelry
MATERIALS
Hook: 3.5mm
Yarn: This pattern will work well with DK or cotton. Yarn used to complete the coasters in the picture is Sugar ‘n Cream (109m (120yds) per 70.9g skein; 100% Cotton). Less than 40 meters per colour.
Misc:
Yarn needle
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Width: approx. 12cm (5”)
Length: approx. 12cm (5”)
NOTES
Inactive yarn is carried behind the active worked yarn throughout. One method for this is to float this yarn behind.
Each Square on the graph is 1 single crochet, at the end of each row chain 1 and turn (ch 1 doesn’t count as a stitch).
Optional to finish with a row of single crochet in black around to create a border.
Jack-o’-lantern graph
Thank you for checking out our spooky Halloween Coaster. Next week we will be sharing our Frankenstein Coaster, so stay tuned! You can find us on all the social media platforms as @Jacksyarn! See you soon and happy crocheting.
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