Practical and Pretty: Crochet Hot Pads this Winter
Christmas is my favourite time of the year for so many reasons. One of them is decorating our home to make it as festive as possible! This year, I made these fun reindeer and snowflake hot pads to protect our table while adding to the festive feel. And while I did design them for the holidays, they look great on the table all winter long.
The Best Yarn for Hot Pads
To crochet these hot pads, you’ll need some dk weight cotton yarn. I used Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK yarn since I love their colour palette, but if you’re in a pinch then you can substitute with another cotton yarn of the same weight. The important thing is to stick with 100% cotton yarn. It’s super durable and can handle the heat, unlike acrylic, which might melt or warp if it gets too close to something hot. Cotton is also great for gripping steamy dishes because it’s absorbent and sturdy. Plus, it’s less flammable, so it’s safer to use around hot pots and pans. Basically, cotton yarn makes sure your hot pads do their job without any melty messes or surprises!
Easy and Fun to Make with Tapestry Crochet
These hot pads are made using the tapestry crochet method, which is a fun and easy way to create colourful patterns. In tapestry crochet, you work with two or more colours at the same time, carrying the unused yarn along as you crochet. This lets you switch colours seamlessly and creates a sturdy, double-layered fabric—perfect for hot pads! Don’t worry, it’s easier than it sounds because the only stitch you need to know is single crochet. If you can single crochet, you can do tapestry crochet!
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Crochet Hot Pads Pattern
Materials:
Here is what you will need to make two hot pads:
- Size D/3 (3.25 mm) crochet hook.
- Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK (100% Cotton):
- One Skein Champagne White
- One skein Granite Grey
- Yarn Needle.
- Scissors
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Measurements:
Each hot pad measures 7.5” X 7.5”.
Gauge:
6 stitches X 6 Rows = 1” in single crochet.
Abbreviations:
CH: Chain
SC: Single Crochet
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Notes before you start:
The hot pads are created using the tapestry crochet technique.
Video Tutorial: How to Crochet with Two Colors – Reversible Tapestry Crochet
When reading the pattern grid, note that the odd numbered rows are the right side, and the even numbered rows are the wrong side.
- It’s a good idea to print the grid and highlight the rows as they are completed.
- Right side rows are to be read right to left
- Wrong side rows are to be read left to right
- All rows are worked with both strands of yarn to keep the gauge and tension consistent. It is best to crochet tightly to avoid the second color being seen through the stitches.
- When working a right side row, hold secondary yarn color to the back of your work.
- When working a wrong side row, hold secondary yarn color to the front of your work.
- Crochet over the second yarn (yarn not in use) when working each SC to avoid floats and make potholders reversible.
Free Hot Pad Pattern:
With Main Color, CH 41 (40 plus 1 for turning chain). Work all stitches in single crochet (plus one turning chain at the end of each row). Follow colour charts below starting at bottom right for row 1. Each cell represents one SC and each row represents one row of crochet.
Border and Finishing:
Crochet around the border of the hot pad evenly in single crochet. Make sure that you do 3 SC in each corner of the border. When you have completed one round, join to first sc with a slip stitch. Fasten off and weave in the ends!
Pattern PDF File
I hope you enjoyed this free crochet hot pad pattern.
If you’d like your own copy, the Ad-Free PDF file (which will be emailed to you automatically) can be purchased through Ravelry, or by clicking the “Purchase PDF File” button to the right.
Thank you so much for your support! It means the world to me, and I’m beyond grateful to be able to share my passion with you all.
6 Responses
Beautiful!
Any patterns like that for knitters?
Thanks!
Mona
Hi Mona, I’m sorry but I don’t have a similar knit pattern.
These are awesome
Thank you Madelyn!
Hello,
Do you have a video on how to crochet the pot holders?
Hi Elisa, no I’m sorry but I haven’t made a video for these potholders.