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Back to School Crochet Pattern Roundup

In this Back to School Crochet Pattern Roundup you will find great makes for anyone who is going back to school.

In this roundup, you can find crochet patterns for your little kids; your college age kids; teachers; even moms and dads who are going back to school.

Just an Inch of Color Potholders Crochet Pattern-Jo’s Crafty Hook

These are perfect for college age students who are just starting out on their own or making as teachers’ gifts.

Bookworm Eyeglass Holder Crochet Pattern-My Fingers Fly

What better gift for the teacher than an eyeglass holder. Crochet a bookworm that sits atop two school books to hold the teacher’s glasses all day.

Guy’s Drawstring Bag Free Crochet Pattern-Jo’s Crafty Hook

This is perfect for the big and little guys to keep all of their important info or collectibles in so it’s all in one place and ready to go when they go back to school.

Water Bottle Pouch Crochet Pattern-Regina P Designs

This great accessory makes it so much easier to take your water with you anywhere. Just clip it to your purse, diaper bag, belt loop, anywhere really and go! Tested and approved for long shopping trips and even longer checkout lines!

8 of Hearts Coasters Crochet Pattern-Jo’s Crafty Hook

Add a little color to your dorm; desk or classroom.

Stubby Amigurumi Pattern-OwensVillaChick Designs

Stubby will bring joy to your little ones face as they head back to school this fall and he makes a great teacher appreciation gift!

Wattle Stitch Beanie Free Crochet Pattern-Jo’s Crafty Hook

Whether your kids walk to school or are just looking to be cool, this is perfect beanie for back to school.

Coreo Flower Earrings Crochet Pattern-Jo’s Crafty Hook

Add a little color and flair to brighten up anyone’s school day by making these in a wide variety of colors.

Get Around Face Scrubbies and Washcloths Free Crochet Pattern-Jo’s Crafty Hook

Whether your getting a clean start for your school day or need a gift idea these are a great make.

Get Around Face Scrubbies and Washcloths Crochet Pattern

Jimmy Beanie Free Crochet Pattern-Jo’s Crafty Hook

With the cooler weather ahead, keep your guys’ heads warm as they race out the door for school.

Sweet Georgia Clutch Crochet Pattern-Jo’s Crafty Hook

Keep reading glasses or sunglasses within easy reach as they head out the door on the way to school. This is perfect for the little ones and a great gift idea for teachers.

Wrapped in Diamonds Wrap Free Crochet Pattern-Jo’s Crafty Hook

Wrap up and keep the chill off on the way to school or even while sitting in the classroom.

Turning Leaves Scarf Crochet Pattern-Jo’s Crafty Hook

Accessorize the men in your life to match the turning of the leaves in any season.

Claret Dress Wine Bottle Cozy Crochet Pattern-Jo’s Crafty Hook

This is a great gift idea to dress up and celebrate mom and dad going back to school or as a great graduation gift.

Claret Dress Wine Bottle Cozy Claret Dress Wine Bottle Cozy Crochet Pattern — Claret Dress Wine Bottle Cozy Crochet Pattern

Just an Inch of Color Washcloths Free Crochet Pattern-Jo’s Crafty Hook

Brighten up your kids dorm rooms or add a little color to brighten up anyone’s day.

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Just an Inch of Color Potholders Free Crochet Pattern

The Just an Inch of Color Potholders Crochet Pattern is a great Scrap Busting project. It calls for the use of at least 2 different colors of #4 ply Cotton Weight Cotton.

Each color change is just an inch, that’s how it got it’s name. There are 2 sizes to choose from inside this pattern, but the sizes are easy to customize.

This design is an eco-friendly way to cut back on the use of store bought hot pads/potholders. The finished Potholders can also be used as Coasters, Mug Rugs, Hot Pads, Trivets, and can even be used as Napkins.

Ad-Free version of the Just an Inch of Color Potholders Crochet Pattern.

You can find an Ad-Free Premium Copy of my Just an Inch of Color Potholders Crochet Pattern at my Ravelry Store at a discounted price of $2.50.

My testers did a fantastic job! Thank you Christina Anderson, Martha Camacho Kelly, Nancy McKain, Amanda Suder and Thomas Williams for testing the Just an Inch of Color Potholders Crochet Pattern!

As you can see there are so many beautiful colors and variations you can use to create your own versions.

Information needed to make your own potholders.

I used Premier Just Cotton #4 ply Medium Weight Cotton Yarn. (87 yds/80 m) (1.76 oz/50g)

Materials:
MC: 100-150 yds #4 Medium Weight Cotton Yarn
CC: 150-200 yds #4 Medium Weight Cotton Yarn
US D or 3.25mm Crochet Hook
Scissors
Tapestry Needle

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:
ch = chain
st = stitch
sc = single crochet
dc = double crochet
rep = repeat
MC = Main Color
CC = Contrasting Color
RS = Right Side
WS = Wrong Side

Finished Sizes:
4” x 6”
6” x 6”

Notes:
due to different thicknesses of cotton yarn, you may need to go up or down a hook size.

The hot pad crochet pattern can be customized to create the perfect size for you.

I changed colors after every 3 rows, but you can use as many colors as you like.

Gauge:
US D or 3.25 mm Crochet Hook
16 st x 12 rows = 4”

Gauge Swatch:
R1: ch 17, sc in 2nd ch from hook, dc in next st, *sc in next st, dc in next st rep from * across. ch 1, turn (16 st)

R2-R3: *sc in 1st st, dc in next st. rep from * across. ch 1, turn (16 st)

R4-R12: rep R2-R3

Customizing:

The Potholder/Hot Pad can be customized if you prefer a bigger or smaller size. Below is a breakdown of the amount of stitches and rows you can add or subtract for your specific size.

1” = 4 st x 3 rows

2” = 8 st x 6 rows

3” = 12 st x 9 rows

4” = 16 st x 12 rows

**Tip: Weave in your ends of yarn as you go**

When you are fastening off your ends, why not try weaving in your ends when you start the next row.

This helps keep your edges straight.

* Leave at least a 4” tail of yarn.

*When starting a new color, weave in the color you just fastened off and new color as you start crocheting your next row.

That’s it! You have made your version of the Just An Inch of Color Potholders! The potholders can be made in so many beautiful colors to match your Home Decor.

I would LOVE to see what you create!

You can tag me at @joscraftyhook and in my FB Group Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs