Crochet Fall Leaf Hot Pad

Introduction

Looking to add a touch of autumn charm to your kitchen? Look no further than the Crochet Fall Leaf Hot Pad/Pot Holder! This delightful piece not only protects your hands from hot pots and pans but also adds a beautiful seasonal flair to your home. The intricate crochet work showcases the vibrant colors of fall leaves, making it a lovely addition to your kitchen decor. Whether you're whipping up a hearty pumpkin soup or baking a batch of apple crisp, this hot pad/pot holder is sure to bring warmth and style to your culinary endeavors. So why not sprinkle some fall magic into your kitchen with this charming crochet creation? Happy crafting!

Skill Level

Skill: Easy

Materials

• Crochet hook – H / 5 mm
• Yarn – Cotton Med (4) I Love This Cotton / Harvest Hues 3 oz.
• Yarn Needle

Stitches

• Chain (ch)
• Slip Stitch (slst)
• Single Crochet (sc)
• Double Crochet (dc)
• Front Post Double Crochet (FPDC)
• Back Post Double Crochet (BPDC)
• 2 Double Crochet together (2dctog) decrease

Dimensions

Size: 11 X 7 inches

Notes

• Ch1 does not count as a stitch
• Ch3 counts as a dc
• Make 2 leaves, a front and a back

Pattern Instructions

Rows 1-20

RND 1: Ch4, 4 dc in the 4th ch from the hook, turn, ch 3 (5 dc)

RND 2: Dc in the same st as the ch3, 1 dc in the next 3 dc, 2 dc in the last dc, turn, ch 3 (7 dc)

RND 3: Dc in the same st as the ch3, 1 dc in the next 2 dc, FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 2 dc, 2 dc in the last dc, turn, ch 3 (8 dc, 1 FPDC)

RND 4: Dc in the same st as the ch3, 1 dc in the next 3 dc, BPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc, 2 dc in the last dc, turn, ch 3 (10 dc, 1 BPDC)

RND 5: Dc in the same st as the ch3, 1 dc in the next 4 dc, FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 4 dc, 2 dc in the last dc, turn, ch 3 (12 dc, 1 FPDC)

RND 6: Dc in the same st as the ch3, 1 dc in the next 5 dc, BPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 5 dc, 2 dc in the last dc, turn, ch 3 (14 dc, 1 BPDC)

RND 7: Dc in the same st as the ch3, 1 dc in the next 6 dc, FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 6 dc, 2 dc in the last dc, turn, ch 3 (16 dc, 1 FPDC)

RND 8: Dc in the same st as the ch3, 1 dc in the next 7 dc, BPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 7 dc, 2 dc in the last dc, turn, ch 3 (18 dc, 1 BPDC)

RND 9: Dc in the same st as the ch3, 1 dc in the next 8 dc, FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 8 dc, 2 dc in the last dc, turn, ch 3 (20 dc, 1 FPDC)

RND 10: 1 dc in the next 9 dc, BPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 10 dc, turn, ch 3 (20 dc, 1 BPDC)

RND 11: 1 dc in the next 9 dc, FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 10 dc, turn, ch 3 (20 dc, 1 FPDC)

RND 12: Repeat RND 10 – RND 11

Alternating Rows

RND 15: Ch 1 after RND 15

RND 16: 2dctog the 1st 2 dc, 1 dc in the next 8 dc, 1 BPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 8 dc, 2dctog the last 2 dc, turn, ch 1 (18 dc, 1 BPDC)

RND 17: 2dctog the 1st 2 dc, 1 dc in the next 7 dc, 1 FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 7 dc, 2dctog the last 2 dc, turn, ch 1 (16 dc, 1 FPDC)

RND 18: 2dctog the 1st 2 dc, 1 dc in the next 6 dc, 1 BPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 6 dc, 2dctog the last 2 dc, turn, ch 1 (14 dc, 1 BPDC)

RND 19: 2dctog the 1st 2 dc, 1 dc in the next 5 dc, 1 FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 5 dc, 2dctog the last 2 dc, turn, ch 1 (12 dc, 1 FPDC)

RND 20: 2dctog the 1st 2 dc, 1 dc in the next 4 dc, 1 BPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 4 dc, 2dctog the last 2 dc, (10 dc, 1 PDC)

Final Steps

Tie off and weave in the ends.

Repeat RND 1 - RND 20, do not tie off after the 2nd leaf.

RND 21: Turn, ch 1, sc in the 1st 6 dc, ch 12, slst in the same sc to form a loop, sc in the last 5 sc, join to the 1st sc, working down the side of the leaf, sc evenly to the bottom point of the leaf, ch 2, slst in the same sc, evenly sc up the other side of the leaf, join to the 1st sc, tie off and weave in the ends.