Do you have any leftover macrame rope lying around? If so, then why not repurpose it by using it to create this charming crochet potholder pattern? Not only will you be putting unused materials to good use, but you’ll also be adding a unique, handmade touch to your home decor
The thick cotton macrame rope is undoubtedly the best material for making a potholder. Moreover, this pattern is perfectly suited for any beginner crocheter.

Potholders are so practical and they can make a lovely handmade gift for some one. Wow, that’s a sentence that makes me feel old, I am definitely hitting my grandma era in life. Although, I have to say I am really enjoying it, there is a beautiful slow simplicity to it all.
When inspiration hits…
The perfect material to use to make the potholders I had been wanting to make. Macrame rope, just the right amount of chunkiness and made from a natural fiber, cotton.
They are insanely easy to make and come together quickly. A perfect project to do on an evening when all you want to do is crash and wind down. Maybe watch a show or movie, especially when you don’t want to sit mindlessly scrolling on your phone for hours.

Which macrame rope can you use?
This pattern calls for a 4 mm rope. If you have 3 mm rope and would prefer to use that instead, you can.
But, please note that you will need to go down to an 8mm hook and chain 14. You will also crochet 14 rows. I do find it a lot thinner though so be careful. I would probably crochet 30 rows, fold it in half and sew the edges together. That way it will be double thickness.
Another suggestion and one that I prefer for the 3mm rope, is to double up the rope and crochet with a double rope. If you do this then you can follow the pattern as it is below. I love how this looks especially if you use contrasting colors.
Because you will be using the crochet potholder with hot surfaces the material it is made from is critical. You don’t want it to melt. So it will need to be made from cotton, so that is can take the heat. It is also what most macrame rope is made from too. With all this said, even with it being cotton, I would still use caution on some surfaces.
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What you will need for the crochet potholder pattern
- 4 mm Cotton Macrame rope, in any color. This is the one I used
- 10mm Crochet hook. I like using these metal ones. or these with the rubber handles are very nice to use, and easier on the hands
- Scissors
- Large embroidery needle, I find these plastic ones have nice big eyes. Makes it easier to thread the rope through.

How-to make a crochet potholder. Step by step
- Chain 11
- In the second chain from hook make a single crochet Single crochet to end you should have 10 stitches. Don’t miss that last stitch, it has a habit of hiding. That is why it is always good to count your stitches or use stitch markers.
- *Chain one and turn, We do this so that we can create a square.
- Single crochet across the row again, always making sure you always have 10 stitches*
- Repeat from * to * until you have a square This should be 12 rows in total.
- Cut the cord leaving some length. We will need to create a loop before weaving in the ends.
- do not tie off the loop left on the crochet hook tight, You will need this to create the hanger.
- To do this tie the knot whilst leaving an inch and a half sized loop. I like to use two knots to tie this off with.
- Please note that This is optional step, you don’t have to do this if you prefer.
- Sew in the ends with your embroidery needle or catch them in with your crochet hook. Cut off any tails.
- Voila you have a potholder. How easy was that!

Summary of Key points for the crochet potholder
- This pattern is written using US crochet terminology.
- You can use a 3mm macrame cord and double the cord up to crochet with.
- Make sure to use cotton rope
- Count your stitches so you don’t miss any or use stitch markers
- Leave a loop at the end to create a hanger.
Crochet Videos you will find helpful
- How to make a chain stitch. Click here
- How to single crochet. Click here