Free Potholder Patterns: 27 Crochet, Knit, and Sewn Potholders
Learn how to make potholders three ways with this collection.
Whether you like to knit, crochet, sew, or all three, we've got some free potholder patterns for you. First try any of our free crochet potholder patterns, and then grab your knitting needles to make some knit potholders to protect your hands in the kitchen. Plus, if you love to sew, learn how to make potholders out of fabric with some of the excellent sewing tutorials below. Some of the sewn potholders also have beautiful quilted elements.
Potholders make excellent gifts, and often making potholders is an easy task! Be sure to try any of the gorgeous patterns below.
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Free Crochet Potholder Patterns
Add some sass to your kitchen crochet projects when you make this funky little pattern. Not only will you learn how to crochet text into a hot pad, but you'll crochet a funny one at that.
Zig-Zag Zebra Crochet Potholder
Fans of zebras will adore this pattern. It's almost too cute not to make, and it will add a wild side to your kitchen theme.
Vintage Inspired Crochet Pot Holder
This might be an editor's favorite potholder in this collection! I'm a sucker for anything with playing card prints, and the mini granny squares in this potholder are reminiscent of clubs and diamonds! Even if you disagree, you can't deny that this is a cute potholder for practicing your granny square crochet skills.
Easy Double Thick Crochet Potholder
Add a touch of style to your kitchen decor. This square potholder, also known as a double thick potholder, is not only functional but also makes a great project for crochet enthusiasts of all skill levels.
Ribbed Double Thick Crochet Square Potholder
It's always advisable to use cotton yarn to make crochet potholders. This pattern is very easy and quick to make with simple stitches.
This crochet chicken trivet potholder makes the perfect farmhouse-style decor for the kitchen counter, living room and dining room table, or simply as part of a centerpiece!
Free Knit Potholder Patterns
This dishcloth has two sides and is reversible! One side has a knobbly texture and the other shows the slipped stitches that make this dishcloth really thick.
Knitted Kitchen Towel Hanger Pattern
These hangers can be used to move things in and out of the oven or to dry off your hands between washings. These hangers are easy to make and would look great in any kitchen!
Sewn Potholders
This free sewing video shows you how to make adorable DIY potholders for your kitchen in two ways. Choose to make a simple potholder pattern or add some extra functionality with a handle.
Potholders and hot pads that you buy at the store are often boring, flimsy, and not worth the money. Learn how to make potholders that withstand all your cooking adventures and match your kitchen.
If you were on the lookout for simple quilted potholder patterns, this is it! Once you try this simple pattern, you’ll be hooked! Sewing potholders is a great way to use up fabric scraps.
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