The crochet vintage potholder combines timeless charm with practical functionality. Crafted with intricate stitches and a classic design, this potholder not only serves as a protective barrier against hot surfaces but also adds a touch of nostalgia to your kitchen decor. Its delicate yet durable construction showcases the artistry of crochet while serving a utilitarian purpose.

Pattern:

Materials:

  • Worsted weight cotton yarn in two contrasting colors (Color A for the main body, Color B for the border and hanging loop)
  • Crochet hook (size H/5.00mm)
  • Scissors
  • Yarn needle

Abbreviations:

  • ch: chain
  • sc: single crochet
  • dc: double crochet
  • sl st: slip stitch

Instructions:

Potholder Body:

  1. Using Color A, make a magic ring.
  2. Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), work 11 dc into the ring. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. (12 dc)
  3. Round 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in the same stitch, 2 dc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. (24 dc)
  4. Round 3: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in the next stitch, 2 dc in the following stitch – repeat around. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. (36 dc)
  5. Round 4: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in the next 2 stitches, 2 dc in the following stitch – repeat around. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. (48 dc)
  6. Rounds 5-12: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. (48 dc)

Fasten off Color A.

Border and Hanging Loop:

  1. Join Color B to any stitch on the last round of the potholder body.
  2. Round 1: Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), sc in the same stitch, sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to the first sc.
  3. Round 2: Ch 1, sc in the same stitch, ch 3, skip the next 2 stitches, sc in the following stitch – repeat around. Join with a sl st to the first sc.
  4. Round 3: Ch 1, sc in the same stitch, 3 sc in the next ch-3 space, sc in the next sc – repeat around. Join with a sl st to the first sc.
  5. Fasten off and weave in all ends.

Hanging Loop:

  1. With Color B, attach yarn to any ch-3 space from Round 2 of the border.
  2. Ch 20 (or desired length for hanging loop).
  3. Sl st in the same ch-3 space or an adjacent one to secure the loop.
  4. Fasten off and weave in the end.

Your vintage-style crochet potholder is now complete! This charming piece can add a touch of nostalgia and warmth to your kitchen while also serving a practical purpose. Feel free to customize the colors, size, and details to match your personal style.