Crochet Cool Cucumber Pan Handler
Looking for a fun and unique addition to your kitchen? The Crochet Cool Cucumber Pan Handler is here to save the day! This charming kitchen accessory not only protects your hands from hot pots and pans but also adds a touch of whimsy to your cooking routine. With its cute cucumber design and vibrant colors, it's sure to put a smile on your face every time you use it. Say goodbye to boring oven mitts and hello to a playful and practical kitchen essential. So why not add a little cool cucumber charm to your culinary adventures?
MATERIALS—D-M-C Pearl Cotton, Art. 116D, Size 8: 2 balls Green Ombre No. 101. Suitable padding for lining.
Steel Crochet Hook, Size 7.
GAUGE: 9 sc-dc patterns = 2 inches; 7 rows = 1 inch
Using double strand throughout, ch 57, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each of next 3 chs, * work [1 sc, 1 dc] in next ch, skip next ch; rpt from * 23 times, 1 sc in each of next 4 chs. Row 2—Ch 1, turn, 1 sc in each of 4 sc, * skip next dc, [1 sc, 1 dc] in next sc; rpt from * 23 times, 1 sc in each of 4 sc. Rpt row 2 until 17 rows from beginning. Fasten off. Make one more piece to correspond. Lay one piece on top of the other, sew lengthwise at both sides leaving ½-inch free at one end, close opening at other end by gathering the edges together firmly. RING—Chain 1¼-inches, join into ring, 25 sc in ring, join, fasten off. Sew to closed end of Cucumber as shown. TENDRILS (Make 5)—Chain 1½-inches, slip st in 2nd ch from hook, slip st in each remaining ch, fasten off. Sew to closed end as shown. Cut padding to fit and line.