This cozy begins with a circle that is turned into a rectangle. It has simple color changes to make large stripes. This is a good beginner's crochet pattern because it shows all of the steps and details for properly measuring and making an easy tea cozy.
Straightforward Tea Cozy from The Adventures of the Gingerbread Lady
Crochet Rectangle Pattern
This rectangle is worked from the center out and is completely reversible. This crochet rectangle pattern demonstrates how to calculate the length of the foundation chain for any size rectangle you desire, from a bookmark to a table runner to a blanket
Giant Circle Potholder
This is one of 3 potholders featuring circle motifs. This one has a large center circle. Instructions are also included for granny square versions without the hanging loop. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, half double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch Crocheting in the round Changing colors, crocheting in the back loop only Skill Level Easy Finished Size Potholder: 7.5” (19 cm) square. Materials Lily Sugar’n Cream yarn (100% cotton, 2.5 oz/71 g/120 yd/110 m) - 1 skein in Indigo (CA). Lily Sugar’n Cream yarn (100% cotton, 2 oz/57 g/95 yd/87 m) - 1 skein ea in Faded Denim (CB). US Size H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook, or size needed to obtain gauge. Yarn needle. Gauge Finished Potholder = 7.5” (19 cm) square in pattern. Exact gauge is not critical for this project, but stitches should be tight so potholders can protect hands and surfaces from heat.
