Crochet Crossbar Potholder
The crochet crossbar potholder is a must-have in every kitchen. It not only adds a touch of charm but also serves a practical purpose by keeping your hands safe from hot pots and pans. The crossbar design creates a thick and sturdy fabric that provides excellent heat protection. Whether you're an experienced crocheter or just beginning your crafting journey, making these potholders is a fun and rewarding project. Choose your favorite colors and watch as simple yarn transforms into a useful kitchen accessory that will impress your friends and family. So grab your crochet hook and yarn, and let's get stitching!
Materials Required: AMERICAN THREAD COMPANY "STAR" BLEND YARN, Article 75
1 skein each Dk. Green, Lt. Yellow and White will make 2 potholders.
Steel crochet hook No. 0.
With Green ch 6, join to form a ring, ch 3, work 15 d c in ring, join in 3rd st of ch.
2nd Row. Drop Green and attach Yellow (when changing color always complete last half of st with next color and carry previous color under stitch), ch 3 (always counts as 1 d c), 4 d c in same space, * drop Yellow, pick up Green 1 d c in next d c, drop Green, attach White 1 d c in next d c, drop White, pick up Green 1 d c in next d c, drop Green, pick up Yellow 5 d c in next d c, repeat from * twice, drop Yellow, pick up Green 1 d c in next d c, drop Green, pick up White 1 d c in next d c, drop White, pick up Green 1 d c in next d c, join.
3rd Row. With Yellow ch 3 (counts as 1 d c), 1 d c in next d c, 5 d c in next d c, 1 d c in each of the next 2 d c, with Green 1 d c in next d c, with White 1 d c in next d c, with Green 1 d c in next d c, repeat from beginning all around in same manner, join.
4th Row. With White ch 3 (counts as 1 d c), 1 d c in each of the next 4 d c, with Yellow 5 d c in same space with last White d c, with White 1 d c in same space, 1 d c in each of the next 4 d c, with Green 1 d c in next d c, with White 1 d c in next d c, with Green 1 d c in next d c, repeat from beginning all around in same manner, join.
5th Row. With White ch 3, 1 d c in each of the next 4 d c, with Yellow 1 d c in each of the next 2 d c, 5 d c in next d c, 1 d c in each of the next 2 d c, with White 1 d c in each of the next 5 d c, with Green 1 d c in next d c, with White 1 d c in next d c, with Green 1 d c in next d c, repeat from beginning all around in same manner, join, cut Green.
6th Row. With White ch 3, 1 d c in each of the next 8 d c, 5 d c in next d c, 1 d c in each of the next 9 d c, skip 1 d c, with Yellow 5 d c in next d c, skip 1 d c, repeat from beginning all around in same manner, join.
7th Row. With White insert hook in next d c, pull loop through, insert hook in next d c, pull loop through, yarn over and work off as a d c (a decrease), 1 d c in each of the next 8 d c, 5 d c in next d c, 1 d c in each of the next 8 d c, decrease 1 st, skip 1 d c, with Yellow 1 d c in each of the next 2 d c, 5 d c in next d c, 1 d c in each of the next 2 d c, skip 1 d c, with White decrease 1 d c, and continue all around in same manner, join, cut yarn.
8th Row. With Green work 1 sl st in each st, join, cut yarn. With Yellow cover a bone ring with s c and sew in position.