🏡 How to Crochet a Farmhouse-Style Pot Holder (Free Pattern + Step-by-Step Tutorial)

Tiffany
Jul 16
2 min read

Hey guys! If you’re looking for a simple, beginner-friendly project that’s equal parts functional and charming, this Farmhouse-Style Pot Holder is a must-make. It’s got that classic, cozy farmhouse vibe and works up quickly with basic crochet stitches — perfect for gifts, craft fairs, or adding a handmade touch to your own kitchen.

I’m walking you through step-by-step in my YouTube tutorial, but if you’re a pattern reader, I’ve got you covered here too!

✨ Why You'll Love This Project

✔️ Beginner-friendly

✔️ Uses simple stitches

✔️ Works up quickly

✔️ Makes a great gift

✔️ Practical for your kitchen

✔️ Classic farmhouse style

🧶 Materials You'll Need

Yarn: 100% Cotton Yarn (Lily Sugar’n Cream recommended)
Hook: Size G (4.0 mm)
Notions: Fabric Glue (clear & flexible when dry), Yarn Needle, Scissors

💡 Pro Tip: Cotton yarn is ideal for pot holders because it’s heat-resistant and durable.

📏 Finished Size

Approximately 9.5 inches wide x 9.5 inches long

🔤 Stitches You’ll Use (U.S. Terms)

Chain (ch)
Single Crochet (sc)
Half Double Crochet (hdc)
Slip Stitch (sl st)

📝 Written Pattern

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Make 2 panels.

Foundation: Ch 31

Row 1: Hdc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st in next ch. *Hdc in next ch, sl st in next ch*;

repeat from * to *across, ending with sl st. (30 sts)

Row 2: Ch 2 (counts as first hdc), turn. *Sl st in top of hdc, hdc in top of sl st*;

repeat from *to* across, ending with sl st. (30 sts)

Rows 3–30: Repeat Row 2. Do not tie off after Row 30.

Border (for individual sections):

Ch 1, turn. Sc across.
3 sc in the corner (1 to finish the side, 1 for the corner, 1 to begin the next side).
Rotate and sc evenly down the side (30 sts).
Repeat 3 sc in each corner, rotating around.
Sl st to join at the final corner.
Fasten off and weave in ends.

Repeat for both panels.

Joining the Two Panels:

Place panels together, right sides out.
Insert hook through middle stitch of one corner through both layers.
Ch 1, sc around through both layers to join.
Sl st to first sc to close.
Fasten off, weave in ends.

Done! 🎉

💡 Why I Love This Project

I’m all about practical projects that look good, feel good, and make great gifts. These pot holders check every box. Plus, you can customize them with different colors to match your kitchen or give them that modern farmhouse charm.

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I hope you have the BEST day!

Happy Crocheting!

— Tiffany 💛