Crochet Shape Shifting Hot Pad
Transform your kitchen with this versatile crocheted hot pad that can change shape to fit any pot or pan. This innovative design allows you to customize the size and shape of the hot pad by simply adjusting the stitches. Whether you're using a small saucepan or a large skillet, this shape-shifting hot pad will provide the perfect protection for your countertops and tables. The intricate crochet pattern not only adds a touch of elegance to your kitchen decor but also ensures maximum heat resistance for all your cooking needs. With this unique accessory, you can say goodbye to burnt surfaces and hello to perfectly protected countertops. So why settle for ordinary hot pads when you can have a shape-shifting hot pad that is as versatile as it is beautiful?
“H” hook and WW Cotton yarn in one or two colors.
NOTES:STS: means any sc, dc, or ch sp.
Front & Back
Rnd 1: Ch4, Work 11dc in 4th ch from hook. Join in 3rd ch of beg ch4. (12dc)
Rnd 2: Ch3, Fpdc ar joining. [Dc in next dc, Fpdc ar post of dc you just worked in. (from rnd 1) ]11x. Join in ch3. (24dc)
Rnd 3: Ch3, Fpdc ar post of joining. [Dc in next 2dc, Fpdc ar the post of dc you just worked in. (post of dc from rnd 2) ] Repeat around ending with a dc in last dc. Join (36dc)
Rnd 4: Ch3, Dc in next dc. [2dc in next dc, dc in 2dc] Repeat around ending w/2dc in last dc, join pulling through 2nd color (if using 2 colors) (48dc)
Rnd 5: Ch1, Sc in joining and in next 5dc. [+Ch2, dc in 6dc, ch2+. Sc in 6dc]3x. Repeat +to+ once & join to first sc. (24sc & dc, 8ch2)
Rnd 6: Ch3, Dc in 5sc, [+Ch2, sk-sp, sc in 6dc, ch2, sk sp+. Dcin 6sc]3x. Repeat +to+ once & join. (24sc & dc, 8ch2)
Rnd 7: Ch3, Dc in joining. Dc in 4dc, 2dc in next dc. [+Ch2, sc in 8sts, ch2+. 2dc in next dc, dc in 4dc, 2dc in next dc]3x. Repeat +to+ once & join. (32dc & sc, 8ch2)
Rnd 8: Ch3, Dc in joining. Dc in 6dc, 2dc in next. [+Ch2, sc in 10sts, ch2+, 2dc in next, dc in 6dc, 2dc in next] 3x. Repeat +to+ once & join. (40dc & sc, 8ch2sp)
Rnd 9: Ch3, Dc in joining. Dc in 8dc, 2dc in next. [+Ch2, sc in 12sts, ch2+, 2dc in next, dc in 8dc, 2dc in next.] 3x. Repeat +to+ once & join. (48dc & sc, 8ch2) Fasten Off.
Fasten off 1st piece. DO NOT FASTEN OFF FOR SECOND PIECE, CONTINUE ON TO NEXT ROUND. If you want you can also just whip stitch both pieces together. If not continue to round 10.
Rnd 10: With both pieces wrong sides together. Ch1, and working through both pieces, [2sc in same st. Sc in 10dc, 2sc in next dc. 2sc in ch2sp. Sc in 12 sc, sc in ch2sp.]4x. Join to 1st sc. Fasten off & weave in ends. You can also add a hanger to your piece if you want.