This free knitting pattern from Clover USA offers a quick and stylish project: the Venezia Palina Coaster. Inspired by the mooring posts found in Venice, these coasters feature a textured design that is both visually appealing and functional, helping to protect surfaces from condensation. The pattern is worked flat, primarily using knit and purl stitches to create a reversible fabric with a subtle, almost architectural texture. The pattern is written clearly and includes helpful photos, making it a great project for knitters of various skill levels, even adventurous beginners. The finished coasters are perfect for gifting or adding a touch of handmade charm to your own home.
- Skill Level: Advanced Beginner / Easy Intermediate. The pattern uses only knit and purl stitches, but the combination and the slipped stitch selvedge edges elevate it slightly beyond a complete beginner project. The blog post describes it as an “easy-level project.”
Materials:
- 1 skein of Lily Sugar’n Cream Medium Weight Yarn (100% Cotton). Each skein is 120 yds (110 m). You will only need about 14 yds (13 m) to complete one coaster. You can easily substitute any medium weight 100% cotton yarn.
- US 6 (4.0 mm) Knitting Needles
- Tapestry Needle Set (Bent Tip)
- Mini Patchwork Scissors
- Spring Tape Measure
