Crochet Pot and Plate Pinchers

Crochet pot and plate pinchers are charming additions to any kitchen! Not only do they add a delightful touch of handmade warmth to your cooking space, but they are also incredibly practical. These handy pinchers provide a stylish solution to safely handling hot pots and plates, making cooking and serving a breeze. With a variety of colors and designs to choose from, you can effortlessly match them to your kitchen decor or even give them as thoughtful gifts to friends and family. So, why settle for ordinary kitchen essentials when you can elevate your culinary experience with these adorable crochet pot and plate pinchers? Happy cooking and happy crafting!

Sizes: sm, med, lg

Supplies:

Yarn-4ply ww cotton yarn small amount

Yarn needle

Hook- H/8--5.0mm

Stitches:

sc2tog: insert hook into st, yo and pull up a loop, insert hook into next st, yo and pull up a loop, yo and draw through all loops

Pattern:

(Pad)

Row 1: Ch 4 (6, 10), sc in 2nd ch from hook and in ea ch across, turn. 3 (5, 9) sc.

Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in ea sc across to last sc, 2 sc in last sc, turn. 5 (7, 11) sc.

Row 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in ea sc across to last sc, 2 sc in last sc, turn. 7 (9, 13) sc.

Rows 4-16: Ch 1, sc in ea sc across, turn.

Row 17: Ch 1, sc2tog (see stitches), sc in ea sc across until last 2 sc, sc2tog in last 2 sc, turn. 5 (7, 11) sc.

Row 18: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in ea sc across until last 2 sc, sc2tog in last 2 sc. Fasten off and weave in ends. 3 (5, 9) sc.

(Finger Slots)--Make 2

Rows 1-3: Repeat Rows 1-3 as above

Row 4-9: Sc in ea sc across, turn. 7 (9, 13) sc

Row 10: Ch 1, sl st in ea sc across, do not turn.

Holding pad and piece just made together, sl st both pieces together on Row 9 of pad, ch 1, sc in ea row edge and through both pieces around ending on Row 9 on opposite side. Fasten off and weave in ends. Repeat for other side.