Crochet Pot Holders

Crochet Pot Holders by Sian Brown

What Is Being Made

These crochet pot holders are practical kitchen accessories designed to protect hands from hot cookware. Each finished pot holder measures 20 x 20 cm, making them a functional size for gripping standard pot handles and holding hot dishes. The design features a two-color construction that combines both visual interest and functional durability for everyday kitchen use.

Materials Required

This project uses Rowan Handknit Cotton, a natural fiber yarn ideal for kitchen items due to its heat-resistant properties and washability. You will need:

• Color 1 (Cloud, shade 345): 1 x 50 gm ball
• Color 2 (Gooseberry, shade 219): 1 x 50 gm ball
• Size 4mm crochet hook

The pattern uses approximately 30 grams of yarn per finished holder, including the edging and loop, making this an economical project.

Crochet Techniques Used

This beginner-friendly pattern employs fundamental crochet techniques suitable for those new to the craft. The main body uses a straightforward row-by-row construction method, building the square shape through repeated rows. A key technique featured is working into back loop only and front loop only, which creates a distinctive textured surface that enhances grip and visual appeal. The edging introduces a slightly more advanced technique of inserting the hook below stitches to create dimensional detail around the edges. A simple loop is added to one corner for convenient hanging storage.

Stitches Used

The pattern utilizes essential crochet stitches that form the foundation of beginner projects:

• Chain (ch): Used to create the foundation and turning chains throughout the pattern
• Double Crochet (dc): The primary stitch forming the main fabric of the pot holder, worked into both back and front loops to create texture
• Turning Chain (tch): Used at the beginning of each row to establish height and maintain consistent stitch count

Pattern Construction

The pot holder begins with a foundation chain of 33 stitches in Color 1. The first row establishes the base by working double crochet stitches across the chain. Subsequent rows repeat a textured pattern that alternates between working into the back loop only and front loop only of each stitch, creating visual and tactile interest. This textured stitch pattern continues until the work reaches approximately 20 cm in length, forming a square.

The edging, worked in Color 2, adds definition and durability to the edges. This edging row incorporates double crochet stitches worked at regular intervals, with special attention to corners where three stitches are worked to maintain shape. A functional loop is created by picking up yarn in Color 2 at one corner and chaining 10 stitches, then joining to form a hanging loop.

Difficulty Level

Rated as a beginner project, this pattern is accessible to those learning to crochet. The straightforward stitch selection, simple color changes, and clear row-by-row progression make it an ideal choice for building foundational skills while creating a practical, finished item.