Crochet Lantern Pot Holders: A Charming Addition to Your Kitchen

Crochet lantern pot holders are not only practical but also add a touch of charm to your kitchen decor. These delightful creations not only protect your hands from hot pots and pans but also bring a cozy and inviting atmosphere to your cooking space. With their intricate designs and colorful yarn choices, crochet lantern pot holders can be personalized to match your kitchen aesthetic perfectly.

Whether you're whipping up a tasty meal or simply adding a decorative flair to your space, these handmade creations are a must-have for any home chef or decor enthusiast. Embrace the warmth and creativity that crochet lantern pot holders bring into your kitchen, making every meal preparation a delightful and stylish experience.

Materials Required

AMERICAN THREAD COMPANY

The Famous "PURITAN" CROCHET COTTON, Article 40

or

"DE LUXE" Quality CROCHET COTTON, Article 346

• 1 ball Shaded Nile Greens
• 1 ball Lt. Yellow or Buttercup
• Steel crochet hook No. 7

Instructions

1st Round

With Lt. Yellow, ch 8, join to form a ring, ch 3 and work 19 d c in ring, join in 3rd st of ch.

2nd Round

Ch 3, d c in same space, * popcorn st in next d c (popcorn st: 5 d c in same st, drop loop from hook, insert in 1st d c, pick up loop and pull through, do not ch 1), 2 d c in next d c, repeat from * all around, ending with popcorn st in next st, join in 3rd st of ch, cut thread.

3rd Round

Attach Shaded Greens in same space, ch 3, d c in same space, * d c in next d c, d c in next popcorn st, d c in next d c, 2 d c in next d c, ch 2, 2 d c in next popcorn st, 1 d c in each of the next 2 d c, 1 d c in next popcorn st, 2 d c in next d c, ch 2, 2 d c in next d c, 1 d c in next popcorn st, 1 d c in each of the next 2 d c, 2 d c in next popcorn st, ch 2, 2 d c in next d c, repeat from * all around ending to correspond, ch 2, join.

4th Round

Ch 3, d c in same space, 1 d c in each of the next 5 d c, 2 d c in next d c, * ch 2, 2 d c in next d c, 1 d c in each of the next 5 d c, 2 d c in next d c, repeat from * all around, ch 2, join.

5th Round

Ch 3, d c in same space, ** popcorn st in next st, * d c in next st, popcorn st in next st, repeat from * twice, 2 d c in next d c, ch 2, 2 d c in next d c, repeat from ** all around ending to correspond, ch 2, join, cut thread.

6th Round

Attach Lt. Yellow in same space, ch 3, d c in same space, * d c in next d c, d c in next popcorn st, repeat from * 3 times, d c in next d c, 2 d c in next d c, ch 2, 2 d c in next d c, repeat from 1st * all around ending to correspond, ch 2, join, cut thread.

Work 7 more motifs in the same manner.

Joining Motifs

TO JOIN MOTIFS: Place 2 motifs wrong sides together and working on the right side, attach Lt. Yellow in ch 2 loop, inserting hook through both motifs, then working through back loop of sts only and through both motifs, work 1 sl st in each of the next 13 d c, 1 sl st in each of the next 2 sts of ch, 1 sl st in each of the next 13 d c, cut thread. Join the 3rd motif to the 2nd motif in the same manner leaving 1 d c section free at top and lower edge of each motif. Join 3 more motifs together in the same manner, joining the opposite side of the 6th motif to the side of the 1st motif to form a circle. Place a motif in the top opening and crochet together with sl sts matching each d c section. Place the last motif in position in the lower opening and finish in the same manner.

Ring

With Lt. Yellow, ch 23, sl st in 2nd st from hook, 1 sl st in each remaining st of ch, cut thread, leaving an end. Sew to holder as illustrated.