Crochet Fruit Stripe Pot Holder
Introduction
The Crochet Fruit Stripe Pot Holder is not only a practical kitchen accessory, but it also adds a delightful pop of color and charm to your home. With its vibrant hues and intricate stitching, this pot holder brings a touch of whimsy to your cooking routine. Its sturdy design ensures that you can handle hot dishes with ease, all while looking stylish in the kitchen. Whether you're a crochet enthusiast or simply looking to brighten up your space, the Crochet Fruit Stripe Pot Holder is sure to bring a smile to your face every time you use it.
Skill Level
Skill: Easy
Materials
- Crochet Hook: H / 5 mm
- Yarn - Medium (4) cotton:
- C1 - Premier Home / Orange Stripe – 96 yds. /1.94 oz.
- C2 - Premier Just Yarn / Orange - 32 yds. /64 oz.
- Yarn Needle
Stitches Used
- Chain (ch)
- Slip Stitch (slst)
- Single Crochet (sc)
- Half Double Crochet (hdc)
- Triple Crochet (tr)
Size
Size: 9 X 9 inches
Notes
- Ch1 does not count as a stitch.
Pattern Instructions
Make 2 Squares – Front And Back
Starting Rows
RND 1: With C1, Ch 25, hdc in the 2nd ch from the hook, hdc in each ch across, turn, ch 1 (24 hdc)
RND 2: Sc in the 1st 4 hdc, *tr in the next hdc, 1 sc in the next 4 hdc* Repeat From * to * across 3 more times, Turn, ch 1 (4 tr, 20 sc)
RND 3: hdc in each st across, turn, ch 1 (24 hdc)
RND 4: Sc in the 1st 4 hdc, *tr in the next hdc, 1 sc in the next 4 hdc* Repeat From * to * across 3 more times, Turn, ch 1 (4 tr, 20 sc)
RND 5: Repeat RND 2 and RND 3 for 6 more times.
Alternating Rows
RND 19: hdc in each st across, turn, ch 1 (24 hdc)
Tie off and weave in your ends.
Repeat RND 1 – RND 19
Trimming
Place the 2 squares together, right sides out. Join C2 at left front corner, evenly hdc down the side of the pot holder, stitching them together. Hdc, ch1, hdc in the corner. Repeat on the 3 remaining sides, join to the 1st hdc with a slst, ch 12.
Join to the same st, *Ch3, sk 2 sts, slst in the next hdc* Repeat from * to * around, join to the 1st st, sc 14 sc around the ch12 loop. Join to the same st, tie off, and weave in your ends.