Crochet Cupcake Potholders
Crochet cupcake potholders are not only adorable but also functional kitchen accessories that can add a touch of whimsy to your culinary space. These charming creations make baking and cooking more enjoyable while keeping your hands safe from the heat. With their vibrant colors and intricate stitches, they are sure to put a smile on your face every time you use them. Whether you are baking a batch of cookies or pulling a hot dish out of the oven, these delightful potholders will not only protect your hands but also serve as delightful decorations in your kitchen. Why settle for plain potholders when you can have these sweet cupcake-inspired ones to brighten up your cooking routine?
Cupcake Potholders
Cake (Make 4):
With an F hook and brown or tan worsted weight cotton yarn, ch 25
Row 1: (WS) dc in second ch from hook, dc in next 4 chs, sc in remaining chs. Ch1, turn (24sc)
Row 2: (RS) sc in each st across. Ch1, turn
Row 3: Working in back loops only, dc in next 5 sts, sc in remaining sts. Ch1, turn
Rows 4-27: repeat rows 2 and 3.
Tie off.
Frosting:
Row 1: With frosting color and RS facing, attach yarn with a sc to the widest edge – right corner. Evenly space 34 sc total along the top edge. Ch1, turn. (34)
Row 2: Sc twice into one st, sc until the last st, sc twice into one. Ch1, turn. (36)
Row 3: Sc twice into one st, sc until the last st, sc twice into one. Ch1, turn. (38)
Row 4: Sc twice into one st, sc until the last st, sc twice into one. Ch1, turn. (40)
Rows 5 – 8: Sc across. Ch1, turn
Row 9: Sc2tog twice, sc until the last 4 sts, sc2tog twice. Ch1, turn. (36)
Row 10: Sc2tog, sc until last 2 sts, sc2tog. Ch1, turn. (34)
Rows 11 and 12: Sc2tog twice, sc until the last 4 sts, sc2tog twice. Ch1, turn. (26)
Rows 13 – 16: Sc2tog, sc until last 2 sts, sc2tog. Ch1, turn. (18)
Row 17 and 18: Sc2tog twice, sc until the last 4 sts, sc2tog twice. Ch1, turn. (10)
Row 19: Sl st 4 times, switch to red yarn, and begin the cherry
Row 20: Ch 12, sl st into the next open st in the frosting. Ch1, turn. (12)
Row 21: Hdc into each st. Sl st back into the frosting. Tie off, and bury the ends of the yarn.
Repeat with all four cake pieces.
To assemble, sew two sides together using a whip stitch around. Repeat with the other two sides.