Crochet coasters sit somewhere between useful and decorative. They protect a table, they're soft under a glass, and they add colour to a setting without much effort.

Ours are worked by hand in tight stitches so they lie flat, and they're easy to wash and reuse. Buy them singly or as a set — sets are the more common choice for dining tables and for gifting to someone setting up a new home.

They also pair well with our other home pieces if you're putting together a housewarming gift.