Type
Crochet
Difficulty
intermediate
Category
custom
AI Thinking Process
Planning
1. **Design Strategy**: The user requests "small gifts for work colleagues" at an "intermediate" difficulty level, using worsted weight yarn, and following UK terminology. A coaster is an ideal choice as it is small, practical, universally useful in an office setting, and quick to make. To achieve an "intermediate" skill level, the design will incorporate a textured stitch (Half Treble Crochet in Back Loop Only) and a neat border, moving beyond basic stitches and construction.
2. **Construction Plan**: The coaster will be a square, worked flat in rows to create the main body. A simple single crochet (double crochet in UK terms) border will then be added around the perimeter to give it a clean, finished edge. This method is straightforward and effective for square items.
3. **Quality Assurance**:
* **Clarity**: Instructions will be broken down row-by-row and round-by-round with explicit stitch counts.
* **Consistency**: All terminology will strictly adhere to the UK English profile (e.g., "colour," "centimetres," "tension," "dc" for US sc, "htr" for US hdc).
* **Stitch Counts**: Every row and round will have an explicit stitch count validated against the previous steps and the desired dimensions.
* **Intermediate Elements**: The use of BLO htr creates a subtle ribbing, making the piece more engaging than simple flat fabric, suiting the intermediate skill level.
* **Size**: Aim for a standard coaster size of approximately 10 cm x 10 cm (4 inches x 4 inches).
4. **Final Calculations**:
* **Tension/Gauge**: A target tension of 16 htr and 11 rows per 10 cm (4 inches) will be established for worsted weight yarn and a 4.0 mm (G/6 US) hook.
* **Body Dimensions**: To achieve 10 cm width, 16 stitches will be needed. This translates to an initial chain of 17 (16 for stitches + 1 turning chain). For 10 cm height, 11 rows will be needed.
* **Border Dimensions**: The border will consist of 1 dc per stitch along the top and bottom edges (16 dc each), 1 dc per row along the side edges (11 dc each), and 3 dc in each of the four corners. This totals (16+11+16+11) + (4*3) = 54 + 12 = 66 dc for the first round of the border. All calculations will be validated for consistency.
Verification
[PRE-FLIGHT CHECKS]
Before generating the pattern, verify your plan against the requirements:
1. **Completeness**: All required sections from the template structure are included: Pattern Name, Skill Level, Finished Measurements, Materials (Yarn, Hook, Notions), Tension (Gauge), Abbreviations (UK Terms), Notes, Instructions (Coaster Body, Border), Finishing. **[CHECK]**
2. **Consistency**:
* Stitch count matches gauge and dimensions:
* Tension: 16 htr = 10 cm. Width: 16 htr in body = 10 cm. **[CHECK]**
* Tension: 11 rows = 10 cm. Height: 11 rows in body = 10 cm. **[CHECK]**
* Border stitches calculated based on body dimensions (16 stitches/row, 11 rows). Total of 66 dc for Round 1 of border is consistent. **[CHECK]**
* UK terminology and spelling, metric first: Checked. **[CHECK]**
* Abbreviations consistent with UK publications: Checked. **[CHECK]**
3. **Constraints**:
* "Small gifts for work colleagues": A coaster fits this perfectly. **[CHECK]**
* "Intermediate" difficulty: Achieved by using BLO htr and a defined border. **[CHECK]**
* "Worsted weight" yarn: Specified. **[CHECK]**
* "Pattern" template structure followed: Checked. **[CHECK]**
4. **Safety**: Math for stitch counts, row counts, and border calculations has been pre-verified and appears sound. No apparent errors in the current plan. **[CHECK]**
Pattern
## Desk Buddy Coaster **Skill Level:** Intermediate **Finished Measurements:** Approximately 10 cm x 10 cm (4 inches x 4 inches) **Materials:** * **Yarn:** Worsted weight yarn, approximately 25g (50m/55yds) per coaster. * **Hook:** 4.0 mm (G/6 US) crochet hook. * **Notions:** Yarn needle, scissors. **Tension (Gauge):** 16 htr stitches and 11 rows = 10 cm (4 inches) using 4.0 mm hook, or hook size needed to obtain tension. **Abbreviations (UK Terms):** * ch - chain * dc - double crochet * htr - half treble crochet * st(s) - stitch(es) * BLO - back loop only * rep - repeat * RS - right side * WS - wrong side * sk - skip * sp - space * yo - yarn over * [...] - repeat instructions within brackets specified number of times **Notes:** * This pattern uses UK crochet terminology. * The starting chain does not count as a stitch unless specified. * The coaster is worked flat in rows, then a border is added around the perimeter. --- ### Instructions #### Coaster Body (Make 1 or more) Chain 17. **Row 1 (RS):** Htr in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn. *Initial stitch count:* 16 htr. **Row 2 (WS):** Ch 2 (does not count as st), htr in BLO of each htr across. Turn. *Stitch count for this row:* 16 htr. **Rows 3-11:** Rep Row 2. *Total rows completed:* 11 rows. *Stitch count for each row:* 16 htr. *Resulting dimensions:* Approximately 10 cm (4 inches) wide and 10 cm (4 inches) tall based on stated tension. --- #### Border After completing Row 11, do not turn. You will now work around the perimeter of the coaster. **Round 1:** Ch 1 (does not count as st). * Work 1 dc in each of the 16 htr stitches across the top edge. [16 dc] * Work 3 dc in the corner stitch (the last htr of Row 11, where you will also place the first dc of the side). [3 dc] * Work 1 dc in the side of each of the 11 rows down the first side of the coaster. [11 dc] * Work 3 dc in the corner stitch (at the base of the first row). [3 dc] * Work 1 dc in each of the 16 starting chain stitches along the bottom edge. [16 dc] * Work 3 dc in the corner stitch (at the other end of the starting chain). [3 dc] * Work 1 dc in the side of each of the 11 rows up the second side of the coaster. [11 dc] * Work 3 dc in the corner stitch (at the first htr of Row 11, where you started the top edge). [3 dc] * Join with a slip st to the first dc of the round. *Total stitch count for Round 1 of border:* (16 + 3 + 11 + 3 + 16 + 3 + 11 + 3) = 66 dc. --- ### Finishing Fasten off and weave in all loose ends securely. Block lightly if desired to square up the coaster and enhance stitch definition.
Disclaimer: This pattern was generated by AI and should be reviewed for accuracy before use. While we strive for quality, AI-generated content may contain errors. Please verify measurements, stitch counts, and instructions before beginning your project. Generated by purlJam.uk
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