At first glance, it is a soft orange pumpkin for an autumn table. Take it apart, and it becomes eight individual crochet coasters. That little shift from decoration to everyday use is what makes designer Anna of madebyLisek’s pumpkin set such an appealing project.
This is a look at the idea and what to check before starting, not a copy of the crochet instructions. The photographs are from the original madebyLisek Etsy listing, where the digital pattern is sold.
A set with two lives
Each coaster can sit beneath a cup or glass. When the table is clear, the eight pieces gather into a three-dimensional pumpkin, with the green stem bringing the shape together. It is a neat answer to the familiar problem of where to keep seasonal coasters between uses: the set becomes the display.
The pumpkin form and one of the separate coasters. Product photo: madebyLisek.
The design has a playful silhouette, but the individual coaster matters too. Its open texture and small stem give it a clear pumpkin shape even when it is lying flat. The pieces would suit a coffee table, a fall dining setting, or a handmade gift for someone who enjoys changing the little details with the season.
The coaster in use beneath a mug. Product photo: madebyLisek.
What the pattern includes
The Etsy listing describes a five-page digital PDF in English using US crochet terminology. It says the pattern includes written instructions, charts or diagrams, photographs of important steps, and a printer-friendly version. The stated skill level is beginner to intermediate. Check the current listing details on Etsy before purchasing, as the seller may update the file or description.
A closer look at the coaster texture. Product photo: madebyLisek.
The listing is for the pattern download, not a finished pumpkin or a box of physical coasters. That distinction is worth checking whenever a product photograph shows a beautifully styled finished piece.
Size and supplies to check
According to the listing, an individual coaster measures about 12 × 9 cm (4.75 × 3.5 in), while the assembled pumpkin is about 18 × 13 cm (7 × 5.1 in). It names Aran-weight yarn, a hook of 3.5 mm or larger, and stuffing among the supplies. Use the designer’s PDF for exact yarn quantities, hook choice, construction and finishing; a listing overview is not a substitute for the actual instructions.
Before buying yarn, think about how you will use the coasters. A soft seasonal display and a frequently used table accessory may call for different care priorities. Check the yarn label, make a swatch if the pattern asks for one, and follow the designer’s gauge and material guidance rather than guessing from the photos alone.
The folded pieces show how the finished set becomes a dimensional display. Product photo: madebyLisek.
Make the color story yours
Orange and green make the pumpkin instantly recognizable, but the construction could also inspire a quieter autumn palette. A warm cream, muted rust, or mossy green would change the mood while keeping the same useful idea. Plan the color of all eight pieces together so they still read as one pumpkin when gathered.
The set moves from table accessory to seasonal display. Product photo: madebyLisek.
See finished versions from other makers
Product photos show the designer’s sample; buyer-made versions can give you another perspective before you choose yarn and colors. Visit the Photos from reviews gallery on the Etsy listing to browse customer-submitted pictures and their accompanying feedback.
If this is the sort of two-in-one project you would enjoy making, the pumpkin coaster set crochet pattern is available from madebyLisek on Etsy. Keep the original listing with your project notes so you can return to the designer’s latest information. This Crochet Times article is an editorial introduction; we have not published or tested the paid stitch instructions here.
