Crochet Double-Sided Diagonal Pot Holder

Looking to add a fun and practical touch to your kitchen? The Crochet Double-Sided Diagonal Pot Holder is a perfect project for all crochet enthusiasts! This pot holder not only adds a pop of color and personality to your kitchen but also serves a functional purpose in protecting your hands from hot pots and pans. With its unique diagonal design, it's a stylish addition to any home. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this project is a great way to showcase your skills and create something handmade with love. So grab your yarn and crochet hook, and let's get crafting!

This is made with 2 strands of Aunt Lydia's 10 thread. You also need a 1" plastic ring and a size E aluminum crochet hook. Gauge is not particularly important.

To Start: Attach yarn to plastic ring with sl st and work approx. 26 sc to fill ring, join in front loop only with sl st. DO NOT TURN.
Round 1: ch 3 (counts as first dc this and every time), working in front loops only, dc in each of next 4 sc, ch 2, dc in each of next 5 sc; turn, working in free loops {back loops} behind stitches just worked dc in each of next 5 sc, ch 2, dc in each of next 5 sc, join with sl st in first dc, turn.
Round 2: ch 3, dc in each of next 4 dc, in ch-2 sp work 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc; dc in each of next 10 dc, in ch-2 sp work 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc; dc in next 5 dc, join with sl st in first dc, turn.
Round 3-15: ch 3, (dc in each of next dc until ch 2 sp, in ch-2 sp work 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) twice, dc in each of next dc ending row with sl st in first dc.

Round 16: ch 1, working through both loops of stitches in front and back row, sc in first stitch, ch 3, sl st in sc just made {picot made}, (sc in each of next 2 sts, ch 3, sl st in sc just made) repeat for a total of 17 picot before corner. In corner sp work 2 sc, picot, 1 sc, sc in next dc, work picot, (sc in each of next 2 sc, picot) repeat until 17 picot are made, sc in last stitch and end off.