Looking for an easy crochet potholder pattern that you would be proud to give as a gift? This simple crochet pattern uses the moss stitch for texture and it’s double thick nature makes it the perfect fit.
Design Story and Inspiration for this Double Thick Crochet Potholder
I love crochet items that are not only beautiful, but also functional. Items for the kitchen and bath are especially so – and I realized I had never designed a potholder pattern for our site!
I wanted to make this one easy enough that someone new to crochet could achieve it, yet pretty enough that those who have crocheted for a while who wanted an easy project would be happy to also give it a go.
I love to make soup (like this awesome taco soup in the Instant Pot!) and often use pot holders as trivets, and this one totally fits the bill and works awesome.
So let’s add some kitchen decor to Love.Life.Yarn!
Yarn Options for a Crochet Pot Holder
One of the questions that gets asked a lot about crochet pot holders is – what is the best yarn for a crochet potholder?
The answer is that the best yarn for a crochet pot holder is a yarn that will not melt when in contact with heat. So you will want to steer clear of acrylics and other synthetic fibers.
Your best bet is a cotton yarn, like the one I’ve used here. I chose Scheepjes Skies because I adore the colors of this 100% cotton yarn. You can use any cotton yarn and many are designed for kitchen uses.
If you don’t really want to use cotton, you could also use a 100% wool yarn. Wool will also give you great heat protection, but washing it is a little tricker. I was tempted to use some super bulky wool yarn with the thermal stitch for a super thick potholder, but changed my mind when I thought about what might happen to it in the washer!
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Crochet Pattern Details
This potholder is crocheted in one piece, then folded and closed with single crochet. It only uses single crochet and chains, so it’s great if you are just starting out!
This is also a great project to make from a single skein or even some scrap yarn as it would be fun in stripes!
If you would like to make this double thick potholder even more heat resistant, there is a thin piece of material you could place inside that would help.
When I crochet potholders or an oven mitt I usually will use a fabric called Insul-Bright. It is a heat resistant fabric that, when used along with a layer of cotton such as this crochet fabric, will help keep the heat away from your fingers.
You can check out this fabric here – you only need one little square so it goes a long way.
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Free Crochet Potholder Pattern
What You’ll Need
Yarn: Scheepjes Skies (worsted weight #4), or any cotton worsted weight yarn of your choice in worsted
Crochet Hook: US Size H (5.00mm)
Notions: Yarn Needle/Tapestry Needle, Scissors, Insul-Bright Fabric (optional, for more heat protection)
Gauge: 20 sts and 20 rows = 4″ (10cm) in sc, ch 1 pattern
Finished Size: Approximately 8″ square
Stitch Descriptions and Abbreviations
Chain (ch)
Slip stitch (sl st)
Single Crochet (sc)
Easy Double Thick Crochet Potholder Tutorial
Ch 81.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, sc in next ch; repeat from * to last ch, sc in last ch; turn (80 sts).
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first sc, *ch 1, skip next sc, sc in ch-1 space; repeat from * to last sc, sc in last sc; turn.
Repeat row 2 until piece measures 8″ from beginning. Fasten off.
Fold in half and join yarn at corner. Place Insul-Bright fabric in the middle, if using. You might need to stitch it in place to keep it from moving around.
Border
Ch 1, sc evenly along three sides (do not sc on folded edge), working (sc, ch 1, sc) in each corner.
Sl st into last corner, ch 12, sl st in same corner to form a hanging loop, fasten off.
If you prefer not to have a single crochet edge, you can use a whip stitch to sew the edges closed.
Finishing
Weave in all ends. Block, if desired, to achieve a perfect square. (I did this by pinning to a soft surface and spraying with water, then letting it dry.)
Common Questions about Crochet Potholders
While we’ve already answered the most common question above about the best types of yarns, here are some other common questions people have about how to crochet a pot holder.
A potholder is a wonderful project for beginners! Basically you just have to crochet a square (or two if you are going to make a double thick potholder) or rectangle (folded together). You can use any stitch you like, even if you only know how to do single crochet!
A crocheted potholder can also be used as a trivet or hot pad. You can use the potholder on a table or other surface to protect that surface from the heat of a pot or pan. So not only is it useful for taking things out of the oven, I think it is even more useful here.
That’s the best thing – there isn’t much finishing involved! Once you get the shape of the potholder, you usually will add some sort of edge such as single crochet and then the only finishing will be weaving in ends and cutting them off, and then blocking if you desire.
Please do NOT use acrylic, polyester or any other blend that has any type of synthetic fiber in it. They were NOT designed to stand up to heat and will melt. You want a fiber that will hold up to the heat such as cotton or wool.
Easy Double Thick Crochet Potholder (Free Pattern)
Looking for an easy crochet potholder pattern that you would be proud to give as a gift? This simple crochet pattern uses the moss stitch for texture and it’s double thick nature makes it the perfect fit.
Materials
- Yarn: Scheepjes Skies (worsted weight #4), or any cotton worsted weight yarn of your choice in worsted.
- You can also use wool yarn if desired.
Tools
- Crochet Hook: US Size H (5.00mm)
- Notions: Yarn Needle/Tapestry Needle, Scissors, Insul-Bright Fabric (optional, for more heat protection)
Instructions
- Ch 81.
- Work in crochet moss stitch until 8" from beginning.
- Fold in half to create a square.
- Sc around edge to close (or whip stitch closed).
- Form a hanging loop by chaining 12 and joining with sl st in corner.
Notes
This potholder is crocheted in one piece, then folded and closed with single crochet. It only uses single crochet and chains, so it’s great if you are just starting out!
Today we’ve learned how to crochet a simple crochet potholder using single crochet and chains. I hope you’ve enjoyed this free crochet pattern!
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Happy Crocheting!
Amanda
Amanda,
Would you please tell me exactly what cotton and color you used for this beautiful pot holder, I have a kitchen it would be perfect for.
Thank you.
Hi Nancy! This is the Scheepjes Skies Heavy in Altocumulus. My yarn label said worsted weight and this is dk on the website but it is the same yarn I used. Not sure why there is a difference. It’s even more gorgeous in person!