Double Crochet Pot Holder

Looking for a quick and practical crochet project? This Double Crochet Potholder Pattern is a wonderful choice for beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Using basic stitches and soft, absorbent cotton yarn, you can create a sturdy potholder that is both functional and beautiful. Whether you’re refreshing your own kitchen or making thoughtful handmade gifts, this pattern works up quickly and is enjoyable to crochet.

The simple double crochet stitch creates a classic texture that is thick enough for everyday kitchen tasks while still maintaining a soft, flexible feel. By crocheting two matching panels and joining them together, you’ll create extra insulation that helps protect your hands when handling warm dishes, baking pans, and serving bowls. (As with any handmade potholder, always test with warm items before using with extremely hot cookware.)

One of the best things about this pattern is how easy it is to customize. Choose neutral shades for a timeless farmhouse look, brighten your kitchen with cheerful colors, or use seasonal combinations for holidays throughout the year. These potholders also make wonderful housewarming gifts, hostess gifts, teacher appreciation presents, and additions to gift baskets.

If you’re trying to use up leftover cotton yarn from previous projects, this pattern is perfect for stash busting. Even small amounts of yarn can be combined into unique color combinations that make every potholder one of a kind.

Because the pattern uses repetitive rows of double crochet, it’s also a relaxing project to work on while watching television or listening to your favorite podcast. Before you know it, you’ll have a beautiful handmade potholder that’s both decorative and useful.

Gather your favorite cotton yarn, grab your crochet hook, and let’s create a durable double crochet potholder that you’ll enjoy using for years to come!

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Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size:

Approximately 8 x 8 inches (adjust by changing the starting chain)

Materials

• 3 colors of worsted weight cotton yarn
  • Color A:
  • Color B:
  • Color C:
• Size (3.0 mm) crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Abbreviations (U.S. Terms)

• ch – chain
• sc – single crochet
• ch-1 sp – chain-1 space
• rep – repeat
• sk – skip
• st – stitch

Pattern Notes

• Written in U.S. crochet terminology.
• The turning chain does not count as a stitch.
• Change colors in the last yarn over of the previous row for neat color transitions.
• Carry or cut yarn as desired.

Potholder PDF Pattern

Instructions for Double Crochet Pot Holder

Foundation

With Color A, ch 50.

Row 1

Sc in the second ch from the hook. *Ch 1, skip the next ch, sc in the next ch; repeat from * across. Turn.

Row 2

Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), sc in the first sc. *Sc in the next ch-1 space, ch 1, skip the next sc; repeat from * across. End with sc in the last ch-1 space and sc in the final sc. Turn.

Row 3

Change to Color B.

Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), sc in the first sc. *Ch 1, skip the next sc, sc in the next ch-1 space; repeat from * across. End with ch 1 and sc in the final sc. Turn.

Row 4

Change to Color C.

Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), sc in the first sc. *Sc in the next ch-1 space, ch 1, skip the next sc; repeat from * across. End with sc in the last ch-1 space and sc in the final sc. Turn.

Row 5

With Color C, ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), sc in the first sc. *Ch 1, skip the next sc, sc in the next ch-1 space; repeat from * across. End with ch 1 and sc in the final sc. Turn.

Row 6

Change to Color B.

Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), sc in the first sc. *Sc in the next ch-1 space, ch 1, skip the next sc; repeat from * across. End with sc in the last ch-1 space and sc in the final sc. Turn.

Repeat

Repeat Rows 1–6 eight times total. After the final repeat, work Rows 1 and 2 one additional time so the piece ends with two Color A rows.

Fasten off and weave in all ends.

Make a second double crochet pot holder following the same instructions above.

Finishing

Place the two pieces together with the wrong sides facing.

Round 1

Join yarn in any corner.

Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch). Work 3 sc in the corner.

Top Edge: *Sc in the next sc, sc in the next ch-1 space; repeat from * across. Work 3 sc in the next corner.

Side Edge: Work 1 sc evenly in the end of each row to the next corner. Work 3 sc in the corner.

Bottom Edge: Work 1 sc in each foundation chain across. Work 3 sc in the next corner.

Remaining Side: Work 1 sc evenly in the end of each row to the starting corner. Join with a sl st to the first sc.

Round 2

Ch 1. Work reverse single crochet (crab stitch) in each sc around. Join with a sl st to the first reverse sc.

Hanging Loop

Without fastening off, ch 15. Join the chain to the same corner with a sl st to form a loop.

Work 20 sc evenly around the chain loop. Fasten off and weave in all ends.

Lightly steam block the potholder, if desired.

Notes

• The turning chain does not count as a stitch.
• If you prefer, you can substitute another round of single crochet for the crab stitch edging.
• Adjust the number of stitches worked around the hanging loop if needed so it lies flat without puckering.