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The Cats' Meow Potholder
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Product Description
This potholder is worked in the round and uses simple stitches. The cats are made individually as applique and sewn on. A small amount of surface slip stitch is required.
Additional supplies required: Stitch Markers A round wooden ring. Tapestry needle.
The Cats' Meow Potholder by Auburncraft Crochet Design
What Is Being Made
The Cats' Meow Potholder is a charming crochet project designed by Sue Stapleton of Auburncraft Crochet Design. This functional kitchen accessory combines practical heat protection with whimsical feline-themed design, finished to approximately 24.5cm (9.6 inches) square. The potholder incorporates a wooden ring element, making it both decorative and useful for hanging in the kitchen.
Crochet Techniques and Stitches
This beginner-friendly crochet project uses fundamental crochet techniques accessible to crafters new to the fiber arts. The pattern employs US crochet terminology and standard crochet stitches to construct the potholder. The inclusion of a wooden ring (approximately 60mm or 2.3 inches) as a structural element adds a unique finishing touch that elevates the design beyond basic flat crochet work.
Materials and Yarn Specifications
The Cats' Meow Potholder is worked using Abbey Road Kung Fu Cotton in Aran weight, a durable cotton yarn ideal for kitchen textiles. The pattern requires:
- C1 (Primary Color): 2 balls of Abbey Road Kung Fu Cotton Aran Weight in orange, with approximately 180m (196 yards) used from the available 140m (153 yards) per ball
- C2 (Accent Color): 1 ball of Abbey Road Kung Fu Cotton Aran Weight, using approximately 20m (21.8 yards), making this an ideal project for using scrap yarn
- 6mm/J crochet hook for working with the Aran weight yarn
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends and finishing
- Wooden ring (approximately 60mm or 2.3 inches) for the hanging loop
- Scissors for cutting yarn
Difficulty Level and Suitability
Rated as a beginner difficulty project, The Cats' Meow Potholder is an excellent choice for crocheters just starting their journey. The straightforward construction and manageable yardage requirements make it an approachable first project or a quick gift idea. The use of Aran weight yarn and a 6mm hook creates a fabric with good structure suitable for kitchen use, while the cotton fiber content provides practical heat resistance and durability for repeated washing.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran |
| Featured Products: | Rico Creative Cotton Aran |
| Pages: | 16 |
| Designer: | Auburncraft Crochet Design |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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