Hot Potholder Pattern #9226
MATERIALS: CLARK'S O.N.T. or J. & P. COATS PEARL COTTON, size 5, 2 balls of any color.
CLARK'S O.N.T. or J. & P. COATS SIX STRAND EMBROIDERY FLOSS, 2 skeins of a contrasting color for trimming.
Milward's Steel Crochet Hook No. 6 or 7.
Starting at bottom, ch 64 (to measure about 7 inches). 1st row: 2 d c in 4th ch from hook, holding back on hook the last loop of each d c, thread over and draw through all loops on hook (a cluster made); * skip 2 ch, s c in next ch, ch 3, 2 d c in same place as s c, holding back on hook the last loop of each d c and complete a cluster as before. Repeat from * across, ending with s c. Turn. 2nd row: Ch 3, and complete a cluster in 1st s c as before; s c under ch-3 of next cluster, * ch 3 and complete a cluster in same place as last s c, s c under ch-3 of next cluster. Repeat from * across. Ch 3, turn. Repeat the 2nd row until piece is square. Fasten off.
CORD … Measure off 4 full strands of Six Strand, each 4½ yards long and twist tightly. Double these strands and give them a second twist in the opposite direction. Trace the word "Hot" on paper and baste diagonally on crocheted piece. Sew cord over letters, drawing it through crocheted fabric whenever necessary. Line with fabric, having padding between crocheted piece and lining (for padding see patternbook page). Sew remainder of cord around edges, making a loop at one corner.