BODY

R1:: ch 4, join with sl st to form ring OR magic ring
R2:: working into ring, ch2, 14 dc, join with sl st, pull ring tight (15 dc)
R3:: ch 2, dc in same st, 2 dc in each dc around (30 dc)
R4:: *ch 4, sk 1 st, sc in next 2 ch's, sc in next 3 dc* 2 times - FIRST TWO SPIKES
*ch 4, sk 1 st, sc in next 2 ch, sc in next 2 dc* 5 times - SO FAR YOU HAVE 7 SPIKES
ch 4, sk 1 st, sc in next 2 ch, sl st in next dc, - LAST SPIKE. finish off

HEAD

R1:: working on right side of body: sk 5 dc down from what was the first spike, join in with color B, ch 1, sc in next 4 dc, ch 1, turn
R2:: inv dec 2 times, 1 sc , ch 1, turn
R3:: inv dec, sc, ch1, turn
R4:: inv dec, finish off

ebroider eyes and nose.

you can use it not only as a coaster (note that it's quite small - about 5 cm in diameter), but even as an applique or decoration. enjoy! :)