Crochet Buttered Toast Potholder

If you're looking to add a touch of whimsy and warmth to your kitchen, the Crochet Buttered Toast Potholder is sure to bring a smile to your face! This adorable potholder not only protects your hands from hot pans but also doubles as a charming decorative piece. Its buttery yellow hue and intricate crochet detailing make it a delightful addition to any culinary space. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this fun project is perfect for crafters of all skill levels. So why not whip up a batch of these toast-inspired potholders to sweeten up your kitchen and bring a cozy vibe to your cooking routine?

Materials:

• 1 Everyday Cotton Yarn by Loops and Threads in color Bark.
• 1 Everyday Cotton Yarn by Loops and Threads in color Twine.
• 1 Everyday Cotton Yarn by Loops and Threads in color Banana.
• US size G 4.0 mm crochet hook
• 4 Stitch markers
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle

Size (approximate): 7.5″ x 9″

Gauge: 15 hdc and 11 rows = 4″

Pattern Notes:

• The chains do not count as a stitch.
• Because this is a potholder, make sure you use 100% cotton yarn. Cotton yarn is durable and heat resistant. If using the potholder for decorative purposes only, you can use acrylic yarn.
• You can use your choice of medium weight yarn. Just keep in mind that this may change the final size of your potholder.

Abbreviations (US):

ch – chain
st(s) – stitch(es)
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet

tr – triple crochet (also known as treble crochet): Yarn over the hook twice. Insert hook into stitch. Yarn over and pull the stitch through, leaving four loops on the hook. Yarn over and pull through the first two loops. Yarn over and pull through two loops. Yarn over and pull through two loops.

Make the Toast (Make 2) – using the color twine

You will follow this part of the pattern twice.

To begin Ch 26

Row 1: Place 1 hdc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each chain across. Ch 1 and turn. (25 sts)

Rows 2-12: Place 1 hdc in each stitch across. Ch 1 and turn. (25 sts)

Row 13: Sk 2 sts, hdc in next st, dc in next st, tr in next st, place 7 tr in next st (put a stitch marker in the 4th tr), tr in next st, dc in next st, dc in next st, sc in next 6 sts, dc in next st, dc in next st, tr in next st, place 7 tr in next st (put a stitch marker in the 4th tr), tr in next st, dc in next st, hdc in next st, sk 2 sts, sl st to final st.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Make the Butter (using the color banana)

To begin Ch 9

Row 1: Place 1 hdc in the 2nd ch from the hook and each ch across. (8 sts)

Rows 2-5: Hdc in each st across. Ch 1 and turn. (8 sts)

Butter Border: With your yarn and hook still attached, Ch 1 and sc down the side and around the entire piece of butter.

Whenever you reach a corner, place 2 sc sts in the corner st. This helps round out the corners a bit. Once you’ve made your way around, sl st to the starting ch. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Sew your butter onto the right side (the correct side) of 1 slice of toast.

Attach and Make the Crust

Place the two slices of toast on top of each other. We’re going to sc the pieces together using the color bark.

Note: It can be difficult to see your stitches when crocheting along the sides. Just do your best here. The stitch count is not important.

Round 1: Attach your yarn to the bottom right corner of the two toast slices, ch 1 and place 2 sc sts in the same stitch. Sc up the side of the toast.

Continue to sc in each st along the top of the toast. Whenever you reach the stitch marker in the 7 tr group, place 3 sc sts in the same st.

– Continue to sc along the other side of the toast. When you reach the bottom corner, place 3 sc sts in the corner st.

– Continue to sc along the bottom of the toast. Sl st to the first sc. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Make a Hanging Loop: Attach your yarn to the desired location of the hanging loop. Ch 10 and sl st in the same st. Fasten off and weave in ends.