Find your next Holiday kitchen decor idea among these free crochet Christmas potholder patterns!
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Who doesn’t love cute Holiday home decor?! A little sparkle here and a few bows there can really change the way you feel around Christmas time.
That’s why I love bringing a little festive touch into every room of my house. And since around Christmas, I spend a ton of time cooking, I want to make sure that my kitchen is as jolly as it can be!
The easiest way to turn any kitchen into a little Santa’s lab is to hang a few Christmas potholders!
In this roundup post, I selected more than 20 free crochet Christmas pot holder patterns for every skill level and for any time slot you might have!
You know, many of these patterns work up quickly and they’re great if you have very little time to squeeze in a few gifts for family and friends.
How do you crochet a Christmas potholder?
There are many beautiful patterns for crocheting Christmas potholders, which go from a simple square or round potholder using basic crochet stitches, to fun tapestry crochet patterns, Christmas tree-shaped hot pads, etc.
Of course, the right color choice plays a major role in turning your potholder into a fabulous project for the Holidays. In other words, bring out all your green, red, and white yarns!
But you’ll see that for many patterns you can play with other traditional colors such as navy blue and white, or grey.
29 Free Christmas Pot Holder Patterns
Here are the 29 free crochet Christmas potholder patterns that I selected for you!
The first few patterns that I’d like to share with you are all about Christmas trees. Then, we’ll move on to Christmas stars and snowflakes, and many more Holiday-inspired patterns!
1. Tapestry Crochet Christmas Tree Potholder
The Christmas tree is the king of all Christmas decorations, and our roundup will start with a few super cute hot pads inspired by it! The first pattern that I’d like to share is my tapestry crochet Christmas Tree Potholder.
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn DK (3, Light) Weight, such as Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
- Hook 3.0 mm (11 UK)
2. Holiday Tree Hot Pad
Make a Holiday Tree Hot Pad with this vintage pattern by Simply Hooked by Janet! This gorgeous Christmas tree potholder would make a super cute gift for family and friends too.
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn Worsted (4, Medium) Weight, such as Lily Sugar ‘n Cream Solids
- Hook 4.0 mm (G/6 US, 8 UK)
3. Christmas Tree Pot Holder
This cute Christmas Tree Pot Holder by Melody’s Makings works up really quickly and it can be used as a trivet during your Christmas dinner, or you could double it and use it as a potholder!
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn Aran (4, Medium) Weight
- Hook 5.5 mm (I/9 US, 5 UK)
4. Christmas Tree Potholder
This Scandinavian-inspired Christmas Tree Potholder is a free pattern by Jewels and Jones. This double-thick potholder will definitely add some Holiday charm to your dinners!
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn Aran (4, Medium) and DK (3, Light) Weight, including Garnstudio DROPS Cotton Light, Yarn Bee Cotton Et Lin, and Premier Yarns Cotton Sprout
- Hook 5.0 mm (H/8 US, 6 UK)
5. A Star is Baked Potholder
Let’s leave Christmas trees behind for now, and let’s move on to some cute Christmas star- and snowflake-inspired potholders! The first pattern in this series is A Star is Baked Potholder by DROPS design.
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn DK (3, Light) Weight, such as Garnstudio DROPS Muskat
- Hook 3.5 mm (E/4 US, 9 UK)
6. Nordic Christmas Potholder
This mini-C2C Nordic Christmas Potholder is a lovely pattern inspired by Scandinavian winter decor. With its snowflake and hearts, this hot pad will bring some cheers to your kitchen decor for the entire winter!
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn Sport (2, Fine) Weight Cotton, such as Schachenmayr Catania
- Hook 3.0 mm (11 UK)
7. Winter Wonderland Trivet
A great pattern for beginners or for when you really need to crochet something cute at the last minute, you’ll love this Winter Wonderland Coaster and Trivet Duo by Hooks Books and Wanderlust.
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn Bulky, such as Yarn Bee Feelin’ Chunky
- Hook 6.5 mm (K/10.5 US, 3 UK)
8. Linda’s Snowflake Potholder
The Linda’s Snowflake Potholder by Crochet For Fun is not only a great potholder pattern but also a fantastic Holiday afghan square for any granny square creation!
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn DK (3, Light) Weight
- Hook 4.0 mm (G/6 US, 8 UK)
9. Falling Petals Potholder
Even though my Falling Petals Potholder was not born as a Christmas project, I’ve often found myself gifting it for the Holidays. There’s something about the contrasting layers that make it such a festive pattern!
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn DK (3, Light) Weight, such as Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
- Hook 3.5 mm (E/4 US, 9 UK)
10. Snowy Winter Potholder
There’s nothing better than a snowy Christmas, especially when you can sit inside sipping tea or coffee…and celebrate the season with this Snowy Winter Potholder!
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn Aran (4, Medium) Weight, such as Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran
- Hook 3.5 mm (E/4 US, 9 UK)
11. Buffalo Check Potholder
The Buffalo Check Potholder by Yarn and Chai is a cozy, double-thick potholder that will remain in your kitchen all year-round. Play with the color comb to make it more or less Christmassy!
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn Aran (4, Medium) Weight, such as Hobby Lobby I Love This Cotton!
- Hook 4.0 mm (G/6 US, 8 UK)
12. Candy Swirl Hot pad
Swirled like a mint, this Candy Swirl Hot Pad by Bernat Design Studio for Yarnspirations will make the perfect addition to your holiday dinner setting.
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn Worsted (4, Medium) Weight, such as Bernat Handicrafter Holidays Twists and Bernat Handicrafter Holidays Sparkle
- Hook 4.0 mm (G/6 US, 8 UK)
13. Round Christmas Potholders
Make a super cute set of Round Christmas Potholders and decorate your kitchen with a Christmas pudding, a reindeer, a gingerbread cookie, or a peppermint! All these potholders are double-thick and perfect to handle hot pots and pans.
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn DK (3, Light) Weight, such as Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
- Hook 3.0 mm (11 UK)
14. Christmas Ornament Potholder
Ornaments can hang in your kitchen too with these Christmas Ornament Potholders by DIY 100 Ideas!
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn DK (3, Light) Weight
- Hook 3.5 mm (E/4 US, 9 UK)
15. Snowman Hot Pad
Who doesn’t love a snowman?! Crochet one for your kitchen with this Snowman Hot Pad pattern by Nana’s Crafty Home.
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn Aran (4, Medium) Weight, such as Red Heart Super Saver Solids
- Hook 5.5 mm (I/9 US, 5 UK)
16. Country Angel Hot Pad
If you love a vintage Christmas, you’ll need to crochet this Country Angel Hot Pad by Posh Pooch Designs. The pattern also comes with a video tutorial.
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn Worsted (4, Medium) Weight, such as Lily Sugar ‘n Cream Ombre
- Hook 5.0 mm (H/8 US, 6 UK)
17. Christmas Pocket Potholders
Blackstone Designs designed these adorable crochet pot holders for the upcoming holiday season. All potholders are incredibly easy to crochet and feature a super fun front pocket!
- Elf Belly Pot Holder
- Santa Belly Pot Holder
- Snowman Belly Pot Holder
- Gingerbread Belly Pot Holder
- Yarn Aran (4, Medium) Weight, such as Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran
- Hook 6.0 mm (J/10 US, 4 UK) and 5.5 mm (I/9 US, 5 UK)
18. Winter Holiday Potholders
These Winter/Holiday Potholders by Leelee Knits have a classic and rustic look that will make your kitchen look extra festive and cozy for the Holidays!
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn DK (3, Light) Weight, such as Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
- Hook 3.25 mm (D/3 US, 10 UK)
19. Christmas Holly Potholder
For a super holly jolly Christmas, make this quick and easy tapestry crochet Christmas Holly Potholder! Use two strands of yarn for a bicolor potholder, or make the holly leaves with green yarn and the berries with red.
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn Aran (4, Medium) Weight, such as Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran
- Hook 3.5 mm (E/4 US, 9 UK)
20. Christmas Star Potholder
A native plant of Mexico and Central America, the poinsettia is the most popular flower for Christmas. And with this Christmas Star Potholder by DROPS design you can now bring it into your kitchen too!
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn Aran (4, Medium) Weight, such as Garnstudio DROPS Paris and Garnstudio DROPS Cotton Viscose
- Hook 4.0 mm (G/6 US, 8 UK)
21. Christmas Potholder with Presents and Bells
This Christmas Potholder with Presents and Bells by Nordic Hook is a simple and elegant pattern inspired by Nordic-style Christmas decorations.
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn Fine Mercerized Cotton, such as Tencel 100% lyocell (50 g, 141 m)
- Hook 2.0 mm (B/1 US, 14 UK)
22. Gingerbread House Potholder
Finally, it wouldn’t be Christmas without gingerbread cookies, and why not? A gingerbread house! Make this Home Sweet Home Potholder by DROPS design.
- Get the free pattern HERE;
- Yarn Aran (4, Medium) Weight, such as Garnstudio DROPS Paris and Garnstudio DROPS Safran
- Hook 4.0 mm (G/6 US, 8 UK)
I HOPE that YOU ENJOYED THIS COLLECTION OF FREE CROCHET Potholder Patterns for Christmas!
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