Crochet Toast Pot Holder

If you're looking to add a touch of whimsical charm to your kitchen, a Crochet Toast Pot Holder could be just the thing you need! This adorable kitchen accessory combines functionality with cuteness, as it not only protects your hands from hot pots and pans but also doubles as a delightful decoration. The intricate crochet stitches create a realistic toast-like appearance, making it a fun conversation starter for any gathering. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, crafting your very own Crochet Toast Pot Holder can be a rewarding and enjoyable project that will bring a smile to your face every time you use it. So go ahead and add a sprinkle of fun to your kitchen with this delightful and practical handmade creation!

Skill Level: Easy

Finished Size: 8" x 8"

Supplies:
Size H (5.0 mm) Crochet Hook
Worsted Weight 100% Cotton Yarn in Tan (120 yds.), Dark Brown (40 yds.) & Yellow (20 yds.)
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Stitch Markers

Abbreviations (US Terms):
Ch - Chain
Dc - Double Crochet
Hdc - Half Double Crochet
Sc - Single Crochet
Sc3tog - Single Crochet 3 Together
Sl st - Slip Stitch
Sp - Space

Important Note:
-Stitches placed in these brackets [ ] indicate a group of stitches that should all be worked into the same space.

Gauge: Approx. 8 hdc x 6 rows = 2"

Bread
(make 2)

Row 19: Ch 1, turn. Sc in 2, hdc in 3, dc in 3, hdc in 3, sc in 2. Sl st in next. Sc in 2, hdc in 3, dc in 3, hdc in 3, sc in 2. (27)
Row 20: Sc in 2, hdc in 3, 2 dc in each of the next 3 sp, hdc in 3, sc in 2. Sl st in next. Sc in 2, hdc in 3, 2 dc in each of the next 3 sp, hdc in 3, sc in 2. (33)
Row 21: Sl st in 2, sc in 2, hdc in 3, 2 dc in each of the next 4 sp, hdc in 3, sc in next. Sc3tog. Sc in next, hdc in 3, 2 dc in each of the next 4 sp, hdc in 3, sc in 2, sl st in 2. (39)

Fasten off.

With Dark Brown:
Join in any sp, ch 1 & sc around edge of bread working a ch 2 at the two lower corners of the bread & working a ch 1 at the top corners (see photo below).

When working along the sides work 1 sc into the side of each hdc row. Don't work your sc's too tightly or your bread may bunch a little (feel free to switch to a hook size up for this part if you can't work the sc's loosely). You should end with 21 sc along the two sides of bread, 39 sc along the top & 27 sc along the bottom.

Join, fasten off and sew in ends.

Butter
(make 1)

With Yellow:
Row 1: Ch 9, hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in each across. (8)
Row 2-6: Ch 1, turn. Hdc in same and in each across. (8)

After row 6, ch 1, turn & sc around the entire edge of butter working a ch 2 at each corner.

Join & fasten off leaving a long end for sewing.

Sew butter onto one slice of bread.

After you have sewn your butter on, hold the two bread slices together with the butter side facing you. Join your dark brown yarn in any space and slip stitch all the way around, you will need to ch 1 at each corner.

Loop

To add a loop to your pot holder first decide where you would like the loop then turn the pot holder over and join in your chosen sp on the back of the pot holder.

Work the following into the sp you joined in: [Ch 8, sl st]. Ch 1, turn, work 14 sc over the ch, sl st into the same sp as the ch 8.

Fasten off and sew in ends.