Create Your Own Basic Crochet Potholder
Learn the art of creating a simple yet functional potholder using crochet techniques. This beginner-friendly project involves using basic crochet stitches to form a square or circular shape that can be used to protect your hands from hot pots and pans in the kitchen.
By following a pattern or tutorial, you can customize the size, color, and design of your potholder to match your personal style or kitchen decor.
Whether you are a seasoned crocheter looking for a quick project or a beginner eager to learn a new skill, making a crochet basic potholder is a fun and rewarding experience that can be enjoyed by crafters of all levels.Free Basic Potholder Crochet Pattern
Description: 9 inch x 8 inch double layered potholder
Materials Needed
- 2 oz. Sugar and Cream Cotton Yarn – Main color
- 2/3 oz. Sugar and Cream Cotton Yarn – Edging
- 1- 1 inch Plastic Ring (or other recycled plastic juice or milk ring)
Hook
H (5 mm) USA size hook
Directions
Make two
Row 1
Ch 29. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each st across. (28)
Row 2
Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st. Repeat Row 2 until measures 7 inches long. FO.
Edging
Put the two pieces together with RS facing out.
Row 1
Using contrasting yarn, join in any corner with a Sl St through both layers. Work 3 Sc in the corners and Sc evenly around edges while working through both layers.
Row 2
*Ch 3, Dc in same st, sk 2 sts, Sl St in next st*. Repeat between * to last st. Sc around the plastic ring evenly and then Sl St into base of beginning st. FO and weave under ends to secure the ring.
Abbreviations
- Ch – Chain
- Ea – Each
- FO – Finish Off
- Hdc – Half Double Crochet
- Dc – Double Crochet
- RS – Right Side
- Sc – Single Crochet
- Sk – Skip
- Sl St – Slip Stitch
- Sm – Same
- St – Stitch