Crochet Waffle Stitch Pot Holder Guide

Crochet Waffle Stitch Pot Holders are such a fun and practical project to work on! The unique texture of the waffle stitch not only adds a charming touch to your kitchen decor but also provides excellent heat protection for your hands when handling hot pots and pans. These pot holders make for a thoughtful and handmade gift for your friends and family. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, creating these delightful waffle stitch pot holders will surely bring joy and warmth to your kitchen!

Skill Level: Easy

Materials

• Crochet Hook – H / 5.0 mm
• Yarn – Cotton, Med (4)
  • C1 - 3 oz. Peaches and Creme / Oasis
  • C2 - 1 oz. Auburn Clay, Craft Secret
• Yarn Needle

Stitches

• Chain (ch)
• Slip Stitch (slst)
• Single Crochet (sc)
• Double Crochet (dc)
• Front Post Double Crochet (FPDC)
• Back Post Double Crochet (BPDC)

Size

8 X 8 Inches

Notes

• Ch1 does not count as a stitch
• Ch3 counts as a dc

Pattern

Make 2 squares

RND 1: Ch 28, dc in the 4th ch from the hook, 1 dc in each ch across, turn, ch 3 (26 dc)

RND 2: 1 dc in the next dc, *FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 2 dc*
Repeat From * to * across, turn, ch 3 (8 FPDC, 18 dc)

RND 3: FPDC in the next dc, *BPDC in the next st (FPDC of the previous row), FPDC in the next 2 dc*
Repeat From * to * across, turn, ch 2 (18 FPDC, 8 BPDC)

RND 4: 1 dc in the next dc, *FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 2 dc*
Repeat From * to * across, turn, ch 3 (8 FPDC, 18 dc)

RND 5: FPDC in the next dc, *BPDC in the next st (FPDC of the previous row), FPDC in the next 2 dc*
Repeat From * to * across, turn, ch 2 (18 FPDC, 8 BPDC)

RND 6: 1 dc in the next dc, *FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 2 dc*
Repeat From * to * across, turn, ch 3 (8 FPDC, 18 dc)

RND 7 – RND 14: Repeat RND 5 and RND 6 alternating every other row.
Tie off the 1^st Square and weave in your ends.

Make 2 squares, place them together, right sides facing out.

Starting in the top right corner, join c2, ch 1, evenly sc around all 4 sides of the pot holder.

Place 3 sc in each of the 4 corners, join with a slst to the 1^st sc, ch 16, join to the sc with a sl, 18 sc around the ch, join to the same sc, tie off and weave in your ends.