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HENNIFER CHICKEN CROCHET COASTER SET Pattern

HENNIFER CHICKEN CROCHET COASTER SET Pattern
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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 whimsical chicken-themed coaster set including a chicken head that holds an egg-shaped coaster, four different coaster designs, and a textured mat. It uses worsted weight yarns and a mix of single, half-double and double crochet techniques to achieve the shapes and scalloped edges. The instructions include step-by-step rounds for each component and clear assembly guidance so you can finish a complete set.

HENNIFER CHICKEN CROCHET COASTER SET Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Includes the chicken head, comb (hair) coaster, egg coasters, egg shell, feet, wattles, beak and a loop-stitch nest mat. Photos and notes are provided to guide placement and final assembly for a polished result.

Why You'll Love This HENNIFER CHICKEN CROCHET COASTER SET Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines playful design with practical use — a coaster set that doubles as a tiny display piece. I love the way the egg tucks into the chicken head, creating a delightful surprise when you open it. The mix of simple rounds with scalloped edges and loop stitch texture keeps the work interesting without being overwhelming. I also enjoy how easy it is to customize colors to match your kitchen or make themed gift sets.

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Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize the colours in this set — try muted pastels for a shabby-chic kitchen, or high-contrast brights for a playful look.

To make smaller or larger versions, change your yarn weight and hook size: DK yarn with a smaller hook will give you tiny coasters, bulky yarn with larger hooks makes chunky, fast-to-make pieces.

I often add embroidered eyes or use safety eyes for a more polished finish — choose black embroidery thread for a simple sewn look, or 6mm safety eyes for a firmer, finished feel.

Swap the loop-stitch nest for a simple scalloped mat if you prefer a flatter profile; follow the round increases and skip the loop stitch rounds for a classical coaster look.

For seasonal sets, change the comb and wattles to holiday colours (reds/greens for Christmas or pastel pinks for Easter) and make matching egg colours to suit the season.

If you want a sturdier egg shell, try switching to a cotton yarn held double for the shell pieces to help them keep their shape when opened and closed repeatedly.

I sometimes add a small magnet inside the top and bottom of the egg shell (sewn into the inner seam) to help it stay closed neatly; just ensure magnets are well secured and safe for the intended use.

Embellish the nest with a tiny crocheted flower or a pompom to personalize each set — these small touches make great gifts.

To create a set of matching mugs, crochet a larger version of the chicken head using thicker yarn and a larger hook and scale the egg accordingly.

If you want to speed things up, make only the comb and the egg coasters as a mini set — this still yields a charming and useful present.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during rounds with increases and scallops causes you to lose track of the pattern; place a marker at the start of each round and when beginning scallops to maintain correct spacing. ✗ Using loose tension on the egg shell will make it floppy and not hold shape; work the egg shell rounds with a tighter tension and check shape as you go. ✗ Forgetting to change yarn color at the end of Round 3 for the egg coaster causes a visible join; change yarn to the white colour using a slip stitch at the end of Round 3 as instructed. ✗ Not flipping halves correctly when making the top of the chicken head creates misaligned joining stitches; follow the instructions to flip and work from the outside when instructed and insert hook into proper stitch placement for joining. ✗ Sewing parts with short tail lengths makes assembly difficult; leave the recommended ~10" tail for pieces that need to be sewn into shells or onto the head so you can position and secure them easily.

HENNIFER CHICKEN CROCHET COASTER SET Pattern

Make a charming Hennifer chicken coaster set for your home or as a playful gift. This set includes four unique coasters, a nest-style mat, a chicken head that holds a rolled-up egg coaster, and tiny chicken details like beak, wattles and feet. The pattern uses common stitches and clear step-by-step rounds so you can craft each piece with confidence. Perfect for adding handmade whimsy to your table or gifting to a friend who loves quirky decor.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for HENNIFER CHICKEN CROCHET COASTER SET Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Impeccable Solid Yarn by Loops & Threads (4.5 oz / 127.5 g; approx 285 yd / 260 m) in Almond for chicken head base
  • 02
    Bernat Super Value (Topaz) - used with Almond for chicken head and hair coaster
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    Gold yarn (worsted weight) for legs and beak, approx 10-15 g
  • 04
    Claret yarn (worsted weight) for comb and wattles, approx 10-15 g
  • 05
    Skylight yarn (worsted weight) for egg shell (use two strands for shell pieces)
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    Lemon yarn (worsted weight) for egg yolk center of egg coaster
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    Winter White (Bernat Super Value) for egg coaster white portion
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    Mat colours: Fern, Chocolate Brown and Dark Sage (Caron Simply Soft or similar) - three strands held together
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    Approx yarn amounts: 1 skein main colour and small amounts (10-50g) of accent colours per set

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size U.S H/8 (5 mm)
  • 02
    Crochet hook size US I/9 (5.5 mm)
  • 03
    Crochet hook size US K/10.5 (6.5 mm)
  • 04
    Tapestry / yarn needle for assembly
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    Embroidery thread or black yarn for eyes
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    Scissors
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    Stitch markers (optional)
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    Stitch counter (optional)

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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)

Info :

In the next round, we will begin to make the scalloped edge. This will require us to turn the work a few times. We will end up with 4 scallops on each side.

Round 9 :

*Sc into next 5 sts, ch 1, turn. Sc into 4 sts, ch 1, turn.

Round 9 (cont) :

Sc together (decr) 2 times, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr), ch 1, turn.

Round 9 (cont 2) :

2 sc into the same st and next st. Sl st into the next 2 sts*; repeat another 2 times.

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.

Round 9 (fourth scallop) :

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:

Round 9 (scallop steps) :

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.

Round 9 (gap) :

We will now skip a space where the next scallop would be. Sc into the next 5 sts.

Round 9 (second set) :

Now start another set of 4 scallops repeating the same process as above. *Sc into the next 5 sts, ch 1, turn. 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 and next st. Sl st into the next 2 sts*; repeat another 3 times.

Finish :

Sc into remaining sts to create the second gap. Fasten off and sew in any loose ends.

— Top of Chicken Head (Hair) / Coaster :

Info :

To create this coaster, we will be making 2 x half circles separately and then joining them together. We are going to make an adjustment to Raji's technique; however, and 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). Fasten off your first half circle.

Info :

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.

Round 5 (cont) :

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.

Round 6 (scallop steps) :

*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. Sl st into bottom of same st*; repeat around. Fasten off and sew in any loose ends.

— Egg Coaster (make 2) :

Colours :

Lemon, Winter White (Change colour to white at end of Round 3 using a sl st)

Rounds 1-8 :

Repeat steps from Chicken Comb Coaster. Change yarn colour to white at the end of Round 3 using a sl st.

Info :

In the next round, we will begin to make the uneven, rounded edges. Follow along closely.

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.

Round 9 (cont) :

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 2) :

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, hdc into the next 3 sts, sl st into the next (continue around as written to reach 53 sts).

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. Then continue: 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 (edge shaping) :

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) :

Colour :

Skylight

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) :

Instructions :

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

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.

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 :

Colour :

Almond, Topaz (use 2 strands of yarn at the same time)

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 :

Ch 1. Hdc in next 36 sts, ch 1, turn. (We will begin to make the opening on the back of the head for a mug handle by flipping work in rounds 7-11.)

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 (decr) 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 to sew)

Round 1 :

Ch 12, sl st to first ch to form a ring (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.

Finish :

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.

Bottom of Foot - Round 2 :

Sc across (4). Ch 1, turn.

Round 3 (toe making) :

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. Sc in bottom of chain (make sure to grab both yarns)*; repeat another 2 times to make 3 toes total.

LEG - Make 2 :

Colour: Gold. Row 1: 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. 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 :

Hook :

Using a 6.5 mm hook and 3 strands of yarn held together

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)

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 between your 2 sc (incr) sts. (Ex. Round 9: *sc in next 7 sts, 2 sc in next st*; repeat around).

— Final Assembly :

Egg assembly :

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.

Comb & Hair Assembly :

Fold the chicken comb coaster in half and push the top part through the opening of the hair coaster (fold red coaster in half & flip brown coaster upside down, insert red coaster through opening of hair coaster).

Final placement :

Place the chicken head on the mat, the egg inside the head, and the hair on top of the head. Sew in any remaining loose ends. Happy Creating!

Assembly Instructions

  • Fold each egg coaster inward, roll it up, and place each coaster snugly inside the matching egg shell before sewing the shell perimeter so the coaster fits and the egg can close.
  • Attach each egg coaster to the inside of the egg shell using the long tail left on the coaster; sew far into the bottom/top so there is room to roll and close the egg.
  • Sew the chicken comb (red) into the opening of the hair coaster (brown) by folding the comb in half and inserting it through the hair opening, aligning edges before securing with stitches.
  • Sew the legs to the bottom of the chicken head, spacing them evenly and angling the toes outward for balance, using whipstitch to secure the foundation chain to the foot bottom.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work with consistent tension; the egg shell pieces require tighter tension to hold their shape while coasters can be more relaxed.
  • 💡When instructed to flip your work inside out, do so to ensure the rounds are worked from the correct side and seams line up properly.
  • 💡Leave the recommended long tails (~10") for pieces that will be sewn into shells or attached to the head to make assembly and positioning easier.
  • 💡Use stitch markers and count your stitches after each round, especially during increases and scallop shaping, to avoid missing stitches.

This Hennifer Chicken Coaster Set brings playful charm to your table with coasters that tuck away into a little egg — perfect for gifting or decorating your kitchen. The set includes an egg that folds into a shell, a textured nest mat, a chicken head holder and tiny chicken details for character. Make it in your favorite kitchen colors and enjoy the smile it brings every time you use it. 🐔🧶

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FAQs

What size will the finished pieces be?

The chicken head sitting on the 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.

Can I use different yarn weights or hook sizes?

Yes, you can change yarn weight and hook size, but this will affect final size and texture; heavier yarn with larger hooks makes chunkier pieces while lighter yarn makes smaller, more delicate coasters.

Do I need advanced crochet skills to make this set?

This pattern is rated intermediate and uses common stitches and shaping techniques; familiarity with magic ring, increases, decreases, and the loop stitch will be helpful.

How long will this project take to complete?

Most crocheters complete the full set in 5-7 hours, depending on experience and how many pieces you make (the set includes multiple coasters and assembly steps).