Crochet Primitive Checks Potholder

The Crochet Primitive Checks Potholder is a charming addition to any kitchen! With its unique design and handmade touch, this potholder not only adds a rustic flair but also serves its practical purpose perfectly. The carefully selected color palette and intricate crochet work make it a standout piece that will surely catch the eye of your guests. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this potholder is a delightful project to work on. It's a fun way to add a touch of warmth and creativity to your cooking space while keeping your hands safe from hot surfaces. So why not give this adorable potholder a try and enjoy the cozy vibes it brings to your home?

Difficulty level: **(advanced beginner)

Materials: One ounce each of two colors of worsted weight cotton, crochet hook size G (4 mm)

To work long sc (LSC): Insert hook in indicated st, yo and pull up a loop (to height of working row); finish as a sc.

To change colors: Insert st into the indicated st and pull up a loop, pull a loop of the new color through both loops on the hook to complete the sc.

With color A, ch 20

Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from hook, (ch 1, skip next ch, sc in the next ch) across; ch 1, turn. (10 sc and 9 ch-1 sps))

Row 2: Sc in each sc and in each ch-1 sp across, changing to color B at the end of the row; ch 1, turn. (19 sc)

Row 3: Sc in the first sc, LSC in the first skipped foundation ch, (ch 1, LSCin the next skipped foundation ch) 8 times, sc in the lasr sc; ch 1, turn.

Row 4: Sc in each sc, LSC and ch-1 sp across, changing to color A at the end of the row; ch 1, turn. (19 sc)

Row 5: Sc in the first sc, ch 1, (LSC in the color A stitch below the next ch-1 sp 2 rows below, ch 1) 8 times, sc in the last sc; ch 1, turn.

Row 6: Sc in each sc, LSC and ch-1 sp across, changing to color B at the end of the row; ch 1, turn. (19 sc)

Row 7: Sc in the first sc, ( LSC in the color B stitch below the next ch-1 sp 2 rows below, ch 1) 8 times, LSC in the color B stitch below the next ch-1 sp 2 rows below, sc in the last sc; ch 1, turn.

Row 8: Sc in each sc, LSC and ch-1 sp across, changing to color A at the end of the row; ch 1, turn. (19 sc)

Rows 9-24: (Repeat rows 5-8) 4 times.

Rows 25-26: Repeat rows 5-6. Fasten off color after changing to color B at the end of row 26.

Edging: Sc in the first sc, (LSC in the color B stitch below the ch-1 sp 2 rows below, skip next sc on row 26, sc in the next sc on row 26) 9 times, sc in the same st as last sc, sc evenly along the side of the potholder, 2 sc in the base of the first foundation ch, sc in the base of each remaining foundation ch, 2 sc in the base of the last foundation ch, sc evenly along the side of the potholder, sc in the same sc as the first sc of the edging, ch 15, join with a sl st in the first ch to form a ring, sl st in each remaining ch around; join with a sl st in the first sc of the edging. Fasten off. Weave in ends.