The crisp autumn air, the changing leaves, and the sweet smell of pumpkin spice can only mean one thing – it’s pumpkin season! And what better way to celebrate than by learning to crochet the cutest pumpkin hot pad?
Not only is this crochet project fun and easy, but it also features the puffy Popcorn stitch and two panels for added thickness. It’s the perfect addition to your fall decor and the ideal gift for all your loved ones.
Do-it-yourself, do it with love. And this pumpkin hot pad is a perfect representation of that sentiment. So why not give it a try and add a touch of coziness to your home? And who knows, maybe it’ll inspire you to create even more crochet masterpieces.
“Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.”
– Albert Camus
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So grab your favorite cotton yarn and crochet hook, because it’s time to create a charming and practical piece for the Fall season. As we wave goodbye to summer and welcome the crisp air of autumn, let’s celebrate with this Pumpkin Hot Pad and keep the door open for all the crochet adventures.
Inspiration
The autumn season is upon us, and with it comes a flood of pumpkin-inspired decorations and cozy home decor options. As we prepare for Thanksgiving, our homes are transformed into warm and welcoming havens to embrace the season. But what if there was a way to combine the beauty of Fall decor with practicality?
Enter the Pumpkin Hot Pad – a unique and functional addition to your home that will surely capture your heart. As someone who cooks often and loves to add a touch of festive charm to my kitchen, I was inspired to create this design that is both practical and cute.
Get ready to fall in love with the Pumpkin Hot Pad – the perfect blend of functionality and heartfelt design.
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I was inspired to create this design that not only looks good but serves a purpose. So this fall, let’s spread warmth and love through handmade creations, like the Pumpkin Hot Pad. As the holiday season approaches, let’s remember that handmade is about more than just the final product – it’s about the process and the love that goes into it. So let’s embrace the autumn season and all its delights, and make it truly special, one stitch at a time.
Design Details
Tired of using the same old boring hot pads in your kitchen? Want to add a touch of cuteness to your cooking routine? Well, look no further because the Pumpkin Hot Pad is here to steal the show!
This intermediate level crochet pattern is not only charming, but also highly customizable, making it the perfect addition to your kitchen. With about 130 yards of #4 WW cotton yarn and a 4.00mm (G) hook, you can create a practical and adorable hot pad that is sure to stand out from the rest.
Making these pumpkin hot pads is labeled an intermediate level project, but with practice, even an advanced beginner can tackle it. It’s considered this level due to the combination of the Popcorn stitch and the multiple color changes which definitely adds a unique touch to these hot pads, making them a fun and festive addition to your kitchen.
You will make two panels – the front panel with the pumpkin on it and then a back panel using only simple single crochet stitches. The front and back panels are then connected with an easy single crochet border. They measure 8.5″ tall x 8″ wide making them the perfect size for most pans.
I do recommend that you use cotton yarn only as acrylic will likely melt when placing a hot pan on it. Remember, these hot pads are not meant to replace oven mitts and are not intended to pick up or remove hot items from an oven. They are solely designed to provide an additional layer of protection for your countertops.
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We have an option for both free and premium versions of the crochet pattern. So whether you’re on a budget or willing to splurge, we’ve got you covered. Scroll down to check out the free version and learn how to make your own cute little pumpkin hot pads. Or, if you prefer the premium ad-free version of the Pumpkin Hot Pad crochet pattern, you can get it for a small cost in any of my shops. The shop links are listed below.
In the premium version, you will receive a beautifully formatted, easy-to-read PDF written pattern. Also included is the graph for those that prefer to use a graph rather than the written pattern. Finally, there is a photo tutorial for the popcorn stitch, tutorials for color changes and a couple of photos to help when working the border.
Where To Get The Pumpkin Hot Pad Crochet Pattern?
The downloadable PDF of the Snowman Hot Pad crochet pattern is available in my SASSy Shoppe, Etsy & Ravelry shops.
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Pumpkin Hot Pad Crochet Pattern
What you will need for the Pumpkin Hot Pad crochet pattern
- Worsted weight (#4), cotton yarn
- 130 yds: Main Color – 110 yds, Orange – 15 yds, Green – 5 yds
- 4.00 mm (G) hook
- Yarn Needle
- Scissors
Pattern Notes
* Intermediate pattern.
** Written in US crochet terms.
* Finished size = 8.5″ tall x 8″ wide.
** Gauge: 7.5 sc x 8.25 rows = 2″.
* Chain stitch at the beginning of row does not count as a stitch. Always place 1st stitch of each row in same stitch as beginning chain unless stated otherwise.
** When changing colors, I do not fasten off the Main Color. I drop the Main Color and join the next color. I clip the pumpkin or stem colors after completing that row.
* I used a combination of tapestry & intarsia crochet techniques. Be sure to leave some slack in the carried yarn and always carry the yarn on the WS.
** To change colors do not complete sc. Leave 2 loops on hook, yarn over with new color and pull through 2 loops on hook.
* Each hot pad is made up of 2 panels, a front and back that is connected with a sc border.
** Stitch count is only listed on each row when there is a change.
* Starting at the bottom right corner, odd numbered rows are read arrow ← and are RS rows. Even numbered rows are read → and are WS rows.
** Cotton yarn is recommended as acrylic yarn will likely melt when placing a hot pan on it.
**NOTE** The Hot Pad is to help protect your countertops when placing a hot pan on it. It is not intended to pick up or remove hot items from an oven or stove. This does not replace an oven mitt.
Popcorn Stitch Tutorial
1. Place 4 sc into the same st on previous Row.
2. Remove hook from the 4th stitch and insert into 1st of the 4 just made working from back to front.
3. Pick up the loop from the 4th sc and pull through. Be sure the popcorn is facing away from you.
Stitch Key
ch = chain
MC = Main Color
PC = Popcorn Stitch
rep = repeat
RS = Right Side
sc = single crochet
st = stitch
sc dec = single crochet decrease
sc inc = single crochet increase
slst = slip stitch
WS = Wrong Side
Front panel:
With MC, ch 14.
←Row 1 (RS):
sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, ch 1, turn. (13 sc)
→Row 2(WS):
sc inc, sc in next 11, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
←Row 3 (RS):
sc inc, sc in next 13, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (17 sc)
→Row 4 (WS):
sc inc, sc in next 15, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (19 sc)
←Row 5 (RS):
sc inc, sc in next 17, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (21 sc)
→Row 6 (WS):
sc inc, sc in next 19, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (23 sc)
←Row 7 (RS):
sc inc, sc in next 21, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (25 sc)
→Row 8 (WS):
sc inc, sc in next 5, join orange, *PC, sc; rep from * 5 more times, PC, join MC, sc in next 5, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (7 PC, 20 sc)
←Row 9 (RS):
sc in each st across, ch 1, turn. (27 sc)
→Row 10 (WS):
sc in next 5, join orange, *PC, sc in next 2; rep from * 1 more time, PC, sc in next 3, *PC, sc in next 2; rep from *1 more time, PC, join MC, sc in next 5, ch 1, turn. (6 PC, 21 sc)
←Row 11 (RS):
rep Row 9.
→Row 12 (WS):
sc in next 4, join orange, *PC, sc in next 2; rep from * 1 more time, PC, sc in next 5, *PC, sc in next 2; rep from * 1 more time, PC, join MC, sc in next 4, ch 1, turn. (6 PC, 21 sc)
←Row 13 (RS):
rep Row 9.
→Row 14 (WS):
sc in next 4, join orange, *PC, sc in next 2; rep from * 1 more time, PC, sc in next 5, *PC, sc in next 2; rep from * 1 more time, PC, join MC, sc in next 4, ch 1, turn. (6 PC, 21 sc)
←Row 15 (RS):
rep Row 9.
→Row 16 (WS):
sc in next 4, join orange, PC, sc in next 2, *PC, sc in next 3; rep from *2 more times, PC, sc in next 2, PC, join MC, sc in next 4, ch 1, turn. (6 PC, 21 sc)
←Row 17 (RS):
rep Row 9.
→Row 18 (WS):
sc in next 6, join orange, *PC, sc in next 2; rep from * 1 more time, PC, sc, *PC, sc in next 2; rep from * 1 more time, PC, join MC, sc in next 6, ch 1, turn. (6 PC, 21 sc)
←Row 19 (RS):
rep Row 9.
→Row 20 (WS):
sc in next 8, join orange, *PC, sc; rep from * 4 more times, PC, join MC, sc in next 8, ch 1, turn. (6 PC, 20 sc)
←Row 21 (RS):
rep Row 9.
→Row 22 (WS):
sc in next 12, join green, PC, sc, PC, join MC, sc in next 12, ch 1, turn. (2 PC, 25 sc)
←Row 23 (RS):
rep Row 9.
→Row 24 (WS):
sc in next 13, join green, PC, sc, PC, join MC, sc in next 11, ch 1, turn. (2 PC, 25 sc)
←Row 25 (RS):
rep Row 9.
→Row 26 (WS):
sc in next 15, join green, PC in next 2, join MC, sc in next 10, ch 1, turn. (2 PC, 25 sc)
←Row 27 (RS):
sc dec, sc in next 23, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (25 sc)
→Row 28 (WS):
sc dec, sc in next 21, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (23 sc)
←Row 29 (RS):
sc dec, sc in next 19, sc dec, ch ,1turn. (21 sc)
→Row 30 (WS):
sc dec, sc in next 17, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (19 sc)
←Row 31 (RS):
sc dec, sc in next 15, sc dec, ch ,1turn. (17 sc)
→Row 32 (WS):
sc dec, sc in next 13, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
←Row 33 (RS):
sc dec, sc in next 11, sc dec. (13 sc)
Finish off, weave in ends.
Back panel:
NOTE: There is not a RS/WS for this panel.
With MC, ch 14.
Row 1:
sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, ch 1, turn. (13 sc)
Row 2:
sc inc, sc in next 11, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Row 3:
sc inc, sc in next 13, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (17 sc)
Row 4:
sc inc, sc in next 15, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (19 sc)
Row 5:
sc inc, sc in next 17, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (21 sc)
Row 6:
sc inc, sc in next 19, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (23 sc)
Row 7:
sc inc, sc in next 21, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (25 sc)
Row 8:
sc inc, sc in next 23, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (27 sc)
Rows 9 -26:
sc in each st across, ch 1, turn.
Row 27:
sc dec, sc in next 23, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (25 sc)
Row 28:
sc dec, sc in next 21, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (23 sc)
Row 29:
sc dec, sc in next 19, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (21 sc)
Row 30:
sc dec, sc in next 17, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (19 sc)
Row 31:
sc dec, sc in next 15, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (17 sc)
Row 32:
sc dec, sc in next 13, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Row 33:
sc dec, sc in next 11, sc dec, ch 1. (13)
Finish off, weave in ends.
Border:
NOTE: The front and back blocks are connected down each of the sides and across the top and bottom. Hold the blocks together being sure to place the back block to the back of the pumpkin block. Make sure the PC design is on the outside and facing you.
*I usually use the same color yarn for the border that I used for the back panel.
Join yarn on the top right corner. Ch 1, sc around hot pad, working in each row end on the sides and in each stitch along the top and bottom. Place 2 sc in each of the 8 corners. Complete last sc, slst to 1st sc.
Optional hanging loop
Complete last sc, slst to 1st sc, ch 7, slst into same st.
Finish off and weave in ends.
Tester LOVE!!
From a simple design concept, my tester team has helped craft a charming work of art that now showcases attention to detail, creativity, and dedication. As I sit here going through all of the awesome photos that they’ve sent over, I cannot help but feel deep gratitude towards this amazing team and good friends who have played a vital role in bringing this pattern to life.
Through their feedback, suggestions, and tireless efforts, we were able to elevate this pattern and make it an awesome project that’s ready to share with the world. Thank you all, from the bottom of my heart.
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As we enter the busy Fall and Thanksgiving season, let’s not forget the true meaning of this time of year – giving and spreading joy. And what better way to do that than with our own two hands and a crochet hook. The Pumpkin Hot Pad is more than just a pattern, it’s a reminder that even the smallest gestures can have a big impact. With its quick and easy construction, beautiful design, and endless customization options, it’s the perfect gift for everyone on your list.
So let’s embrace the coziness of crochet, take a break from the chaos of the holidays, and spread the joy of giving with the Pumpkin Hot Pad. And who knows, maybe this simple crochet project will inspire others to spread the joy of giving in their own unique ways. Now, let’s pick up our crochet hooks and make this holiday season a little more meaningful and a lot more cozy.
Happy crocheting, and I can’t wait to see your handmade Pumpkin Hot Pad creations!
Angie 🤍🤍🤍
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