• For this Crochet Christmas Potholder Pattern, we will be working in the round.

How to Crochet Potholders for Beginners:

• With sage, ch x27
• Round 1: In the second chain from the hook make an increase (2). Then sc x24. Sc x3 in the last stitch and the flip to the opposite side of the chain. Then sc x25 and sl st to the first stitch made in the round.
• Round 2-27: Work a sc in every stitch.
• Then, crochet the opening closed with sc stitches. When you get to the end of the row make a stacked sc stitch on top of the last stitch.
• To make a stacked sc you go to the farthest leg of the last stitch and go through it,yarn over, pull up a loop, and then yarn over and go through the 2 loops on your hook.
• Now do the above steps again but in the sc you just made. You are moving up a little at a time by doing this. Make 10 stacked sc stitches and then sl st back to the last stitch you worked on the square potholder.
• You now have a loop for your potholder to hang from.

  If you can't make stacked sc stitches, ch x8, sl st to the 1st chain and sc x10 into the loop. Sl st to the potholder and fasten off the yarn.

Crochet Present Potholder:

• Once your green base is complete, switch to the red yarn and make a chain of 25. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Sew this chain horizontally across the middle of the crochet square.
• Next, crochet a chain of 50 in red, fasten off, and sew it vertically across the center of the square. The first 25 chains should be sewn flat to the square, with the remaining 25 chains left to dangle from the top.
• After attaching the first half of the chain, take the opposite end and sew it to the top of the vertically sewn red chain, creating a loop. Pinch the loop in half and sew the folded portion to the same spot, forming a bow at the top.
• Your crochet present potholder is now complete!

Crochet Christmas Pudding Potholder:

• Follow the instructions on how to make a basic potholder but start with the warm brown for the first 20 rounds. Then switch to white for the last 7 rounds.
• Crochet Holly Leaf:
• In green, ch x11. Then in the 2nd ch from the hook make a sc. Followed by a hdc and dc. Then ch x3 and make a sl st to the 1st ch. Dc in the next ch in the foundation ch. Then make a hdc and a dc. Ch x3 and make a sl st to the 1st ch. Dc in the next ch in the foundation ch. Then make a hdc and a sc.
• Make a sl st in the last ch, ch x3 and make a sl st to the 1st ch. Sl st to the foundation ch.
• Then on the opposite side of the foundation chain make a sc, hdc and dc. Ch x3 and make a sl st to the 1st ch. Dc in the next ch in the foundation ch. Then make a hdc and dc. Ch x3 and make a sl st to the 1st ch. Dc in the next ch in the foundation ch. Then make a hdc and sc and fasten off.
• Make x2.
• Crochet Holly Berries:
• With red yarn, make a mr and make 6 sc in the circle. Then fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.
• Make x3
• Sew the Holly leaves at a right angle to each other in the top right corner and sew the 3 berries in between the leaves where they meet.
• And now you have a finished crochet Christmas Pudding Potholder!

Crochet Santa Potholder:

• Follow the basic crochet potholder pattern, but use red for the first 11 rounds, then switch to black for 5 rounds and then red for the last 11 rounds.
• Crochet Belt Buckle:
• Using the yellow yarn, ch x20 and then sl st to the 1st ch to create a large circle. Then *sc in the next 4 chains. In the next chain, make a sc + ch + sc. Repeat from * 3 more times. Then sl st to the first sc and fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.
• Sew the buckle to the middle of the crochet belt. (You might need to pinch and adjust the square so it looks like a square)
• Now you have a finished crochet Santa potholder!
• I hope you enjoyed making these festive crochet Christmas potholders! With just a few simple steps and creative touches, you can easily transform a basic pattern into delightful holiday designs that will add charm to your kitchen or make the perfect handmade gift. Whether you're making a crochet present, a Christmas pudding, or a jolly Santa, the crochet potholder pattern is sure to bring a cozy, handmade touch to your holiday celebrations.