Underglasses and Pot Holders in Adriafil Memphis and Cheope - Downloadable PDF

Underglasses and Pot Holders in Adriafil Memphis and Cheope – Free Crochet Pattern (Downloadable PDF)

This free downloadable PDF crochet pattern from Adriafil provides instructions for creating charming square underglasses (coasters) and heart-shaped pot holders using two of Adriafil's signature yarns: Memphis and Cheope. Both projects are practical home accessories that make excellent handmade gifts, and their relatively compact size makes them ideal for beginner and intermediate crocheters looking to practice colorwork and decorative finishing techniques.

Projects Included in This Pattern

Square Underglasses (Coasters)

The pattern includes instructions for square underglasses, which function as stylish, crocheted coasters for everyday use. These are worked in double crochet to create a firm, flat fabric well-suited to protecting surfaces. The square format keeps the construction straightforward, making this an approachable project for those building confidence with crochet.

• Finished dimensions: Pot holder "1" measures 14 x 14 cm; pot holder "2" measures 13 cm (as referenced in the pattern)
• Gauge: 10 x 10 cm in double crochet with a 3.50 mm crochet hook = 20 stitches and 21 rows

Heart-Shaped Pot Holders

The heart-shaped pot holders are the centrepiece of this pattern and are constructed in a distinctive layered design, with each pot holder made up of three separate heart-shaped sections stacked on top of one another in graduating sizes. Each section is worked in a different colour, creating a vivid, dimensional effect that is both decorative and functional.

• Large heart (bottom layer): approximately 16 x 13 cm, cast on with a 3-stitch chain using a 3.50 mm crochet hook
• Medium heart (centre layer): approximately 14 x 12 cm
• Small heart (top layer): approximately 9 x 7.5 cm

Each section is worked independently in a colour of the maker's choice, then assembled to create the finished layered pot holder. This approach allows for a high degree of personalisation using the wide range of shades available in the Adriafil Memphis and Adriafil Cheope yarn ranges.

Stitches Used

This pattern draws on a small but versatile set of crochet stitches and techniques:

• Chain stitch – used to cast on and form the foundation of each section
• Double crochet – the primary stitch used throughout both the coasters and pot holders, creating a dense, sturdy fabric
• Crab stitch – a decorative edging technique worked as double crochet but worked from left to right rather than the usual right to left; this creates a neat, twisted rope-like border that gives a professional finish to the edges
• Embroidered daisy stitch – a surface embellishment technique applied with a tapestry needle after crocheting, adding floral decorative detail to the finished pieces

Techniques

Beyond individual stitches, this pattern introduces several useful crochet and finishing techniques:

• Working in rows to build flat, shaped sections
• Shaping to achieve the curved heart silhouette across three different sizes
• Layering and assembly of multiple crocheted pieces to create a three-dimensional stacked effect
• Surface embroidery using a tapestry needle to add the daisy stitch embellishment over the crocheted fabric
• Decorative edging using the crab stitch for a polished, finished border

Materials Required

The pattern calls for Adriafil Memphis and Adriafil Cheope yarns