FRIDAY FUN DAY! Simple Pumpkin Hot Pad / Pot Holder Crochet Pattern By Sara Sach

 FRIDAY FUN DAY! 

Simple Pumpkin Hot Pad / Pot Holder

 Crochet Pattern

 By Sara Sach of Posh Pooch Designs

IT'S FRIDAY FUN DAY!

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I have had many requests for a simple Crochet 

Pumpkin shaped pot holder / hot pad, so here it is.

 I hope you like it. I had a lot of fun designing it.

It's an easy design of a basic pumpkin with a 

stem, leaf and vine curl. You can make 1 or 2 

thicknesses, depending on what you will use it for.

If using it for an actual hot pad placing hot dishes on

 it or grabbing hot dished from the oven, I suggest

 making it double thick. If it a decoration

 1 thickness if fine.

I designed it using Medium (4) weight orange and

 sage green Red Heart Super saver acrylic yarn, 

as mine for for decorations,

 but again, If using it for an actual hot pad placing 

hot dishes on it or grabbing hot dished from the oven,

I suggest using a cotton or cotton blend yarn.

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Simple Pumpkin Hat Pad / Pot Holder

 Crochet Pattern

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Skill: Easy
 
Materials:
Crochet Hook – H / 5 mm.
Yarn - Med (4) Cotton or Acrylic – C1- Orange- 1.5 oz.
                                                               C2 – Green - .5 oz.
Yarn Needle
 
Stitches:
Chain (ch)
Slip Stitch (slst)
Single Crochet (sc)
Half Double Crochet (hdc)
Double Crochet (dc)
Front Post Double Crochet (FRDC)
Back Post Double Crochet (BPDC)
Double Crochet Together (dctog) Decrease
 
Size: 7.5 X 8.5 Inches
 
Notes:
Ch3 Counts as a dc
C1 Does not Count as a st
Use Cotton yarn if using as an actual hot pad / pot holder
Acrylic yarn can be used if only using as a decoration
 
Pattern:
R: 1 - Ch 19, dc in the 4^th ch from the hook, 1 dc in each ch cross,
ch3 turn (17 dc)

R: 2 – DC in the 1^st dc, 1 dc in the next dc,
*FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc*
Repeat From * to * 2 More Times,
FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next dc, 2 dc in the last dc,
Ch3, turn, (15 dc, 4 FPDC)

R: 3 - DC in the 1^st dc, 1 dc in the next 2 dc,
*BPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc*
Repeat From * to * 2 More Times,
BPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 2 dc, 2 dc in the last dc,
Ch3, turn, (17 dc, 4 BPDC)

R: 4 - DC in the 1^st dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc,
*FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc*
Repeat From * to * 2 More Times,
FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc, 2 dc in the last dc,
Ch3, turn, (19 dc, 4 FPDC)

R: 5 - 1 dc in the next 4 dc,
*BPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc*
Repeat From * to * 2 More Times,
BPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 5 dc, ,
Ch3, turn, (19 dc, 4 BPDC)
 
R: 6 - 1 dc in the next 4 dc,
*FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc*
Repeat From * to * 2 More Times,
FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 5 dc, ,
Ch3, turn, (19 dc, 4 FPDC)

R: 7 – R: 10 - Repeat R: 5 And R: 6
For 4 More Rows, Alternating Rows
Only Ch1 after R: 10

R: 11 – Dctog the 1^st 2 dc, 1 dc in the 3 dc,
*BPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc*
Repeat From * to * 2 More Times,
BPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc,
Dctog the last 2 dc,  
Ch1, turn, (17 dc, 4 BPDC)
 
R: 12 - Dctog the 1^st 2 dc, 1 dc in the 2 dc,
*FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc*
Repeat From * to * 2 More Times,
FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 2 dc,
Dctog the last 2 dc,  
Ch1, turn, (15 dc, 4 FPDC)

R: 13 - Dctog the 1^st 2 dc, 1 dc in the dc,
*BPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc*
Repeat From * to * 2 More Times,
BPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next dc,
Dctog the last 2 dc,  
Ch1, turn, Tie off Weave in the ends. (13 dc, 4 BPDC)

R: 14 -Dctog the 1^st 2 dc, 
*FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc*
Repeat From * to * 2 More Times,
FPDC in the next dc,
Dctog the last 2 dc,  
Ch1, turn, (11 dc, 4 FPDC)

Repeat R: 1 – 14 – Leave the yarn attached on the 2^nd piece.
 
R: 15 – Place the 2 pieces together right sides out,
Evenly sc around, stitching them together,
 Join to the 1^st sc, Tie off and weave in the ends.

 If only making 1 layer the edge is stitched the same as 2 layers.
 
Leaf, Stem And Vine Curl:
 
Leaf –
Start with a 8 inch tail of yarn,
Ch 9, slst in the 2^nd ch from the hook, sc in the next ch,
Dc in the next 4 chs, sc in the next ch, slst in the last ch,
Turn working down the other side of the ch
Slst, sc, 3 dc, sc, slst, join to the 1^st slst
 
Stem:
 Ch 7, sc in the 2^nd ch, 1 sc in the next 5 sc,
join the same slst as the leaf
 
Vine Curl:
Ch 12, sc, ch1, sc in each of the chs, tie off weave in the end.
Use the beginning tail of yarn to attach to the top of the pumpkin.

Hanger - With orange yarn, ch 12,attach to the top of the pumpkin.

1 Layer                2 Layer

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Can I Substitute Cotton For Acrylic Yarn?

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Can I Substitute Cotton For Acrylic Yarn?

1. It depends on the Yarn Weight -
 Stay with the same Yarn Weight
If it's a Med (4) you will want to stick with a med (4)

2. It depends on the project 
Acrylic yarn does not not hold it's shape when it gets 
wet, like Cotton does. Also, cotton holds up better when Washed often.

3. Cotton is cooler then Acrylic - 

Cotton is better for some Summer items, like hats and headbands.
It is Cooler and absorbs the sweat.

4. Sometimes it's Just preference -
Take Washcloth For example:

 Some people prefer cotton because they are soft and 
are absorbent, but can also stink and get moldy.


While Acrylic can be a little more scratchy, which
 exfoliates the skin, and cleans dishes better,
But wears out faster.

So The Bottom Line Is,

"Do What Works Best For You!

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Today's Topic - Yarn Fiber"

Yarn is made of many different fibers 
and blends of those fibers. 
But any fiber that can be spun or cut into long strips
 can be crocheted or knitted.

And therefore, Classified as "yarn".

Yarn Makers and distributors
always put on the label what the yarn

 is made out of. And be sure to always read the label, 

as some yarns are combinations of other fibers.

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1. Acrylic Yarn - The most popular yarn fiber is Acrylic, or Synthetic. It is inexpensive to make and inexpensive to purchase. And has really changed in the last few years.It is softer and smoother. It has a lot of bright colors and 

can be used for just about any project.

Acrylic is safe to Machine wash and dry, and holds up well.

2. Wool Yarn - is an interesting medium as it can be soft or scratchy, thick or thin, depending on how it is spun. Of course it is made from the wool of sheep. It must be washed very carefully. If you machine wash and dry it-- it will felt or shrink. Which is great if you did it on purpose. It must be washed by hand, gently rubbing the dirty area,

 and laid out to dry.

3. Alpaca Yarn - This yarn is a great yarn to use 

if you are allergic to wool, as it is hypo allergenic. 

It is also warmer them wool.

It can be mixed with other fibers, like acrylic to make a softer or for a warmer project. This yarn can be a little more expensive then wool or Acrylic, as it is harder to get.

5. Cotton Yarn - This is yarn made of 100% Cotton. 

It is a great yarn for washcloths and towels, and for lots of other projects as well. This yarn can be stiff when worked up, but there are a few styles that are softer. Usually the colors are dyed, so be sure to wash in cold water. 

6.  Other Yarns - There are many other yarn fibers and yarn blends such as cashmere, ox, silk and other animal fibers. Sometimes these are blended with Acrylic or wool.

Again, read the yarn label. The yarn label will also give you instructions on how to wash the yarn.

7. Tarn - T- Shirt Yarn - This is yarn made  of T Shirts that have been cut into strips. They can be cotton or poly blend, both work great. It's a great way to recycle old T Shirts in to something useful. I have made bags, rugs and baskets with this Yarn. 

8. Plarn - Plastic Yarn - This is yarn made from plastic bags. This is a little time consuming but a great fun to do. 
You can make shopping bags, baskets, place mats or rugs with this yarn. 

The Bottom line is anything that can be cut or torn into long strips can be crocheted or knitted, and can be called Yarn. 
Like table clothes, sheets, or jeans.

And you can crochet or knit with anything that is already in stings like rope, ribbon, thread, leather or cord. 

I actually love to find odd and different types

 of "Yarn" to Crochet With and see what fun

 things I can make!

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