Santa for Your Mug – Crochet Claus Coasters Are Here! ☕🎅

💌 Warm Storytelling Introduction

Holiday mornings are my favorite — twinkling lights, carols playing softly, and a warm drink in hand. That’s when I thought: why not let Santa join the coffee party? ☕ This crochet Santa Claus coaster pattern was born out of love for all things cozy and festive.

These cheerful little Santas are perfect under mugs, on trays, or tucked into gift baskets. They bring holiday magic to your table and smiles to everyone around it 🎄

🧵 Project Overview – What It Is & Who It’s For

This PDF pattern is beginner-friendly and super fun to stitch. You'll crochet Santa’s iconic red hat, rosy cheeks, and that fluffy beard — all in a flat, functional coaster shape. Great for coffee lovers, holiday hosts, and gift crafters!

📸 Cover Image

🧵 Close-Up Charm – The Texture Details

The coaster is worked in the round, starting from the hat down to the beard. The puff stitches for the beard and fuzzy pom-pom detail bring Santa to life. Use textured white yarn for an extra fluffy effect 🎅 You can even embroider tiny eyes or blush if you like!

📌 Materials You’ll Need

Here’s your North Pole supply list:

• Cotton or acrylic yarn in red, white, beige, and pink
• 3.5mm crochet hook
• Yarn needle & scissors
• Optional: embroidery thread for face details

🪡 Techniques Used – Don’t Worry, It’s Easy!

This pattern is joyful and gentle on beginners:

• Magic Ring – to begin Santa’s round face
• Single Crochet (sc) – for flat structure
• Double Crochet (dc) – to build the beard & hat
• Puff Stitch – for fluffy beard details

🎨 Creative Styling & Use Ideas

These coasters are adorable at holiday brunch tables, next to the cookie tray, or wrapped in cellophane as hostess gifts. Make a set of four and tie them with twine — instant cozy charm! 🎁

✨ Hand Trendy Pro Tips

🎅 Use velvet yarn for a luxurious beard feel ☕ Spray lightly with starch to keep them flat 💝 Pair with a holiday mug for the cutest gift set ever!

💬 Behind the Design – The Heart Part

This design started as a sketch on a napkin during a December coffee break. I was sipping cocoa and thought, “What if Santa held my mug?” A few swatches later — poof! Cozy Claus was born ☕🎄

🎁 Matching Patterns You’ll Love

Pair it with my Simple Star Ornament Pattern — they make a sweet combo on any holiday table or gift basket 🌟

🛍️ Final Words & Call-to-Action (CTA)

Bring Santa to the table — literally! 🎅 This crochet Santa coaster pattern is the jolliest make of the season. Quick, adorable, and perfect for spreading cheer one sip at a time ☕✨