Winding pot holders with addiExpress Kingsize
Made in no time at all from double-threaded cotton yarn. Winding creates potholders that also look great as coasters in matching colors for the kitchen.
Ideal for using up leftover cotton yarn!
- At least 2 cotton yarns, approx. 55 g (2 oz) in total
- A tightly twisted yarn (standard crochet yarn 125 m/50 g// 136 yd/ 1.8 oz), e.g. Lang Quattro, Pro Lana Basic Cotton
- A less twisted second yarn of similar length makes the result beautifully dense, e.g. Scheepjes Catona, Rauma Petunia.
- addiExpress Kingsize
- Crochet hook addiDuett 4,5 mm (US # G-H)
- Darning needle
- Scissors
Size: approx. 18 × 18 cm (7 × 7")
The two-layered potholders are wound in the round and closed at both ends by crocheting them together so that they provide tight and impermeable protection against heat.
Tip: To make them even denser and thicker, a thin felt fabric or similar can be placed inside before the second side of the potholder is closed.
Make sure that both yarns together are not too thick for the addiExpress knitting machine. It helps to winding a small test piece beforehand. The machine should turn easily.
Winding pot holders made of cotton
- Set the machine to “circular knitting”
- Cast on with waste yarns and winding 5-6 rounds.
- Set the row counter to 0.
- Change to the main yarn and wind 37 rounds.
- For the two-color version, change one of the yarns after approx. 12 rounds.
- Change to the waste yarn (leave about 20 cm of the cotton thread for a suspension) and wind 5-6 rounds.
- Bin off the open knit (not sewing).
Then crochet both openings together at the beginning and end, see technique “Closing edges”.
Tip: The end thread should be at the side of the edge to secure the stitches.
- Pull the end thread through the last stitch
- Use the tail to crochet 13 chain stitches for a hanging loop.
- After closing the edges, remove the waste yarn.
- Sew the loop of chain stitches securely.
Video tutorial
Instructions from the book "Winder's Companion"
Just start winding - even without knitting skills.
The indispensable book for all fans of the addiExpress knitting machines! On 132 pages full of inspiration, practical tips and in-depth knowledge, you will learn everything you need for a successful start and creative projects with your addiExpress machines.
Instructions from the book "Winder's Companion"
Just start winding - even without knitting skills.
The indispensable book for all fans of the addiExpress knitting machines! On 132 pages full of inspiration, practical tips and in-depth knowledge, you will learn everything you need for a successful start and creative projects with your addiExpress machines.
