Crochet Threaded Shells Potholder
The Crochet Threaded Shells Potholder
The Crochet Threaded Shells Potholder is a delightful and functional addition to any kitchen. With its intricate shell pattern and sturdy crochet thread materials, this potholder is not only charming but also reliable in protecting your hands from heat. The combination of craftsmanship and creativity in this design makes it a perfect choice for adding a touch of handmade charm to your culinary space.
Whether you're whipping up a hot dish or simply need a stylish way to handle hot pots, this potholder will not only serve its purpose but also brighten your cooking experience with its intricate shell design.Materials Needed
- Size 10 Aunt Lydia's Classic Crochet in Natural
- Size 10 Aunt Lydia's Classic Crochet in Frosty Green
- Size 7 steel crochet hook
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Specifications
Yarn Thickness: 10 thread
Gauge: 8 dc = 1"
Finished Size: 6 & 1/8" diameter
Skill Level: Beginner to intermediate
Instructions
Back Side
RND 1: With Natural, ch 4, 15 dc in 4th ch from hook. Join with slst to top of ch3. (16 dc)
RND 2: Ch 3, dc in same st as slst. 2 dc in each st around. Join with slst to top of ch3. (32 dc)
RND 3: Ch 3, dc in same st as slst. Dc in next dc. *2 dc in next dc. Dc in next dc. Join with slst to top of ch3.
RND 4: Ch 3, dc in same st as slst. Dc in each of the next 2 dc. *2 dc in next dc. Dc in each of the next 2 dc. Rep from * around. Join with slst to top of ch3.
RND 5: Ch 3, dc in same st as slst. Dc in each of the next 3 dc. *2 dc in next dc. Dc in each of the next 3 dc. Rep from * around. Join with slst to top of ch3.
RND 6: Ch 3, dc in same st as slst. Dc in each of the next 4 dc. *2 dc in next dc. Dc in each of the next 4 dc. Rep from * around. Join with slst to top of ch3.
RND 7: Ch 3, dc in same st as slst. Dc in each of the next 5 dc. *2 dc in next dc. Dc in each of the next 5 dc. Rep from * around. Join with slst to top of ch3.
RND 8: Ch 3, dc in same st as slst. Dc in each of the next 6 dc. *2 dc in next dc. Dc in each of the next 6 dc. Rep from * around. Join with slst to top of ch3.
RND 9: Ch 3, dc in same st as slst. Dc in each of the next 7 dc. *2 dc in next dc. Dc in each of the next 7 dc. Rep from * around. Join with slst to top of ch3.
RND 10: Ch 3, dc in same st as slst. Dc in each of the next 8 dc. *2 dc in next dc. Dc in each of the next 8 dc. Rep from * around. Join with slst to top of ch3.
RND 11: Ch 3, dc in same st as slst. Dc in each of the next 9 dc. *2 dc in next dc. Dc in each of the next 9 dc. Rep from * around. Join with slst to top of ch3.
RND 12: Ch 3, dc in same st as slst. Dc in each of the next 10 dc. *2 dc in next dc. Dc in each of the next 10 dc. Rep from * around. Join with slst to top of ch3. Fasten off and weave ends into back of work. Set aside for now.
Front
RND 1-3: Work the same as for RNDs 1-3 of the back side.
RND 4: Working in back loops only, for this round only, work as for RND 4 of the back side.
RND 5-12: Work the same as for RNDs 5-12 of back side. Fasten off natural and weave ends into back of work.
Shells on Front
Join green to any front loop of RND 4.
RND 1: Ch 3, dc in same st as joining. Dc in each of the next 2 dc. *2 dc in next dc. Dc in each of the next 2 dc. Rep from * around. Join with slst to top of ch3.
RND 2: Ch 1, sc in same st as slst. Ch 3, sk 3 dc. *Sc in next dc. Ch 3, sk 3 dc. Rep from * around. Join with slst to first sc.
RND 3: Slst into next ch3 sp. Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp. 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in each ch3 sp around. Join with slst to top of ch3.
RND 4: Slst into each of the next 2 dc and into the next ch2 sp. Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp. 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in each ch2 sp around. Join with slst to top of ch3.
RND 5: Slst into each of the next 2 dc and into the next ch2 sp. Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp. Ch 1. *3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in next ch2 sp. Ch 1. Rep from * around. Join with slst top of ch3.
RND 6: Slst into each of the next 2 dc and into the next ch2 sp. Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp. Ch 2. *3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in next ch2 sp. Ch 2. Rep from * around. Join with slst top of ch3.
RND 7: Slst into each of the next 2 dc and into the next ch2 sp. Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp. Ch 3. Sk next ch2 sp. *3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in next ch2 sp. Ch 3. Sk next ch2 sp. Rep from * around. Join with slst top of ch3.
RND 8: Slst into each of the next 2 dc and into the next ch2 sp. Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp. Ch 4. Sk next ch3 sp. *3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in next ch2 sp. Ch 4. Sk next ch3 sp. Rep from * around. Join with slst top of ch3. Fasten off and weave ends into back of work.
Assembly
Place both pieces together back to back so the wrong sides are facing each other. Join green onto inside loops of both layers at a stitch in line with a chain 2 space of the shells. Ch 1. Catch this ch2 space in this first stitch. Sc through both loops of each of the next 11 sts. *Sc in through ch2 sp and 2 loops. Sc through both loops of each of the next 11 sts. Rep from * around. Join with slst to first sc. Ch 10. Turn work around. Slst in starting sc. Work 20 sc in ch10 loop. Slst in next st to join. Fasten off and weave ends through the loop you just made.