KGeometry: Hexagon Pot Holder

KGeometry: Hexagon Pot Holder by knitvana

What is Being Made

The KGeometry: Hexagon Pot Holder is an 8" x 8" knitted pot holder designed by knitvana as part of the kGeometry collection, which focuses on knitting geometric patterns. This intermediate-level knitting project creates a functional kitchen accessory suitable for handling hot cookware, with an included hanger attachment for convenient storage.

Knitting Techniques Used

This pot holder pattern employs fundamental knitting techniques appropriate for intermediate crafters. The design utilizes basic cast-on and cast-off methods to begin and finish the work. The construction involves working in alternating knit and purl rows to create texture and structure. The pattern also incorporates a specialized technique for creating a functional button loop hanger, where stitches are divided mid-project to allow for separate knitting of the hanger attachment while maintaining the main body of the pot holder.

Stitches Used

The KGeometry: Hexagon Pot Holder relies on two primary stitches:

• Knit Stitch (K): Used throughout all odd-numbered rows (rows 1-49) on the back side of the pot holder to create a smooth, flat surface
• Purl Stitch (P): Worked on all even-numbered rows (rows 2-50) to build texture and dimension; also alternated with knit stitches in the hanger section using a (1K, 1P) repeat pattern

The alternating knit and purl construction creates a reversible fabric with visual interest on both sides, making this pot holder functional and aesthetically pleasing.

Materials and Tools

This knitting project requires standard knitting supplies. You will need knitting needles appropriate for your chosen yarn weight and a yarn suitable for kitchen use. The pattern calls for casting on 35 stitches for the main hexagon body and 8 stitches for the hanger attachment, suggesting a worsted or similar weight yarn that provides adequate structure and durability for a pot holder that will withstand regular kitchen use and heat exposure.