Crochet Gnome Potholder

Crochet Gnome Potholders are not just practical kitchen accessories; they are incredibly charming and add a touch of whimsy to your cooking space! These delightful creations come in various colors and can instantly brighten up your kitchen while protecting your hands from hot pots and pans. Whether you are a seasoned crocheter or looking for a fun weekend project, making a Crochet Gnome Potholder is a fantastic way to showcase your creativity. Imagine reaching for a cookie sheet with a cheerful gnome smiling back at you - it's sure to bring a smile to your face every time. So grab your crochet hook and yarn, and let's get crafting these adorable and functional additions to your kitchen!

G hook

NOTE: Ch at beginning of each row counts as a st worked

Row 1: ch 10, join to form a ring, ch 1, 3 sc in ring, turn
and make 3 sc in back of sc's just made, join (6 sc)
Row 2: ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, join (12 dc)
Row 3: ch 2, 2 dc in next st, *1 dc in next st, 2 dc
in next st, *Repeat around, join (18 sts)
Row 4: ch 2, 2 dc in ch 2 space, *1 dc in each of next
2 sts, 2 dc in next st, *Repeat around, join
Row 5: ch 2, 1 dc in each of next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st,
*1 dc in each of next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st, join
Row 6: ch 2, 2 dc in ch 2 space, *1 dc in each of next
4 sts, 2 dc in next st, *Repeat around, join
FINISH OFF

CHANGE TO WHITE
Row 7: ch 2, 1 dc in each of next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st,
*1 dc in each of next 5 sts, 2 dc in next st, join

Row 8: ch 2, 2 dc in ch 2 space, *1 dc in each of next
6 sts, 2 dc in next st, *Repeat around, join
Row 9: ch 2, 1 dc in each of next 6 sts, 2 dc in next st,
*1 dc in each of next 7 sts, 2 dc in next st, join

FINISH OFF

Change to bottom color
Row's 10-17: 1 dc in each st around. join.. FINISH OFF after row 17
Row 18: fold gnome in 1/2, working through both front & back sts,
join with sl st, ch 3, *1 sc in next st, sl st in next st,

ch 3, *Repeat across, finish off