Featuring: How to Crochet Anti-Stress Rat and Oppossum Pop-Up Coaster Variation

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Here is another part of the crochet “pop coasters” series! This time, we will be making a FUNNY and more anti-stress flip-over coaster. Introducing the versatile 2-in-1 flip-over rat and opossum coaster that doubles as a playful “roadkill”-style flat plush with a FREE written pattern for all skill levels. It makes a perfect anti-stress buddy for gifting and can be crocheted in under 30 minutes. The project begins with a slightly domed circular coaster base worked in joined rounds using double and half double crochets.

After marking attachment points, the tapered tail and four legs are crocheted directly off the coaster rim, ending with delicate slip-stitch toes.

A tapered 3D amigurumi head is worked, stuffed, and seamed flat along the opening. Finally, ears, eyes, nose embroidery, and tongue details are created and assembled onto the base.

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Difficulty Level & Explanation

Level: Intermediate

Pattern Abbreviations & Materials

Materials

Yarn: 4-ply milk cotton yarn (Grey, White, Black, and Pink)
Crochet Hook: 2.5 mm
Notions: Stitch markers, yarn needle, sewing pins, scissors, tweezers
Details & Finishing: Fiberfill stuffing, black embroidery thread, craft glue (B-7000)

Pattern Abbreviations

ch: Chain stitch
slst: Slip stitch
sk: Skip stitch
sc: Single crochet
hdc: Half double crochet
dc: Double crochet
inc: Increase (generic)
hdc inc: Half double crochet increase (2 hdc in one stitch)
dc inc: Double crochet increase (2 dc in one stitch)
dec: Decrease (single crochet two together / invisible decrease)
MR: Magic ring
FO: Fasten off

2. Tiny Toe Cluster (ch 3, 2 slst)

Used to form the delicate individual toes on the feet:

Chain 3 from the edge of the leg.
Insert hook into the 2nd chain from the hook, yarn over, and pull directly through the stitch and the loop on your hook (1st slip stitch).
Insert hook into the next chain, yarn over, and pull through both loops (2nd slip stitch).
Repeat this sequence to create three individual toe prongs, then anchor them back to the leg with a slip stitch.