Oversized Crochet Hot Pad (Easy Double Thick Beginner Pattern)
Beginner Oversized Crochet Hot Pad
This oversized crochet hot pad is the third piece in my cozy kitchen trio, following last week’s dishcloth pattern and the regular hot pad. It’s thick, sturdy, and perfect for those larger casserole dishes, baking sheets, and serving platters that don’t quite fit on a standard potholder.
This one has a little story behind it.
After finishing the regular hot pad, I looked at it and thought, “Well… this won’t cover a casserole dish.” Around the holidays, I’m always pulling big pans and platters out of the oven, and I wanted something large enough to protect my counters.
So I grabbed my yarn again and made an oversized version — quickly, simply, and without a pattern to follow. My creativity kicked in, and before I knew it, I had the perfect drying mat / casserole protector ready to use.
I didn’t plan for these to become a set, but that’s what happened: first the dishcloth, then the regular hot pad, and finally this oversized one that works beautifully with both. It’s durable, washable, and exactly the kind of kitchen project my grandma would have loved — practical, sturdy, and used every single day.
Why Make an Oversized Crochet Hot Pad?
- Perfect for casserole dishes, baking sheets, and larger pots
- Protects countertops from heat
- Works as a drying mat for bigger items
- Durable and washable (100% cotton)
- Quick, beginner-friendly project
- Pairs beautifully with the dishcloth + regular hot pad as a gift set
This is a great handmade gift for anyone who loves their kitchen — housewarmings, holidays, newlyweds, or your favorite home cook.
Materials You’ll Need
- 100% cotton yarn (4 weight), two strands held together
- Size 9 crochet hook (for the chain)
- Size 7 crochet hook (for the rows)
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
A Quick Note About Scissors
For best results, keep your yarn scissors only for yarn.
Fabric scissors, kitchen scissors, and yarn scissors all dull differently. Keeping each pair dedicated saves you a lot of frustration (and keeps your cuts smooth and clean).
Need a quick refresher?
You can learn the single crochet, half double crochet, and slip stitch with clear videos and step-by-step photos at Yarnspirations Stitch Tutorials and for more information on the yarn standards and guidelines for stitches, the Craft Yarn Council is a fabulous resource.
Pro Tip for Beginners
Many beginners make the foundation chain too tight, which can make the rest of the project tricky to work into. Use a larger hook for the chain (size 9) to give it a little stretch, then switch to your regular hook for the rest of the dishcloth. It’ll keep your first row even and stress-free.
When you’re making an oversized crochet hot pad, the key is using the right yarn weight and hook size to get that thick, protective texture.
💛 If you’re just getting started with crochet, you might enjoy my post Learn to Crochet – Easy Project and Essential Tools for Beginners. It walks through the basic stitches, beginner tools, and that first cozy project that helped me fall in love with crochet.
Pattern Notes (Read Before You Begin)
- Work with two strands of cotton yarn held together
- Cotton is required (acrylic can melt under heat)
- Keep your tension consistent
- Completed size is approx. 12″ x 10″
- Make two panels, then join them
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Oversized Crochet Hot Pad Pattern
A printable version of this pattern is available for purchase. Scroll below for details.
Foundation
Using size 9 hook and two strands of cotton yarn:
- Chain 29 loosely
- Switch to size 7 hook
Row 1:
- Half double crochet (hdc) in the second chain from the hook
- Work 27 hdc across
- Chain 2 and turn
Row 2:
- Hdc across (27 stitches)
- Chain 2 and turn
Repeat:
Repeat Row 2 for a total of 17 rows.
At the end of Row 17, chain 1 to finish the row.
Assembly:
- Make two identical panels
- Place wrong sides together
- Single crochet around all four sides to join
- Weave in the ends
Finished size: approx. 12″ x 10″
More Crochet Projects You’ll Love
If you enjoy useful, beginner-friendly projects, here are a few more you can try next:
- Grandma’s Favorite Crochet Tools – cozy story+ essential tools for your projects.
- Double Thick Crochet Hot Pad – perfect for protecting countertops.
- Beginner Crochet Dishcloth – a supper quick and easy pattern for practice stitches.
Pair these with a pretty ribbon, a wooden spoon, or a holiday tea towel, and you have the perfect cozy kitchen gift.
Final Thoughts
This oversized crochet hot pad is one of those projects you’ll find yourself making more than once. It works up quickly, looks beautiful in any kitchen, and makes a thoughtful handmade gift. If you try it, I’d love to see your color choices — tag me or leave a comment on the blog!
Want the Printable PDF $3
You can print the Oversized Crochet Hot Pad Pattern right from this page, but if you’d like a clean, ad-free PDF to tuck into your crochet binder, you can purchase the downloadable Crochet Oversized Hot Pad Pattern PDF for $3.
Great for kitchen crochet sets and handmade gifts.
👉 Get the Oversized Crochet Hot Pad Pattern PDF
Tools I Use
- My favorite cotton yarn → Lily Sugar and Cream Cotton Yarn
- Tapestry Needles → Yarn Darning Tapestry Big Eye Weaving Crochet Wool Blunt Needles Needle
- Yarn-only scissors → Sharp scissors with Leather Scissors Cover with Black Flower
- Tape Measure that is a must → 3 Pack Retractable Measuring Tape (Macaron Blue, Pink, Green)
- Crochet hook set I love → Clover 3672 Amour Crochet Hook Set, 10 sizes
About Measuring Tapes
I don’t know about you, but I somehow manage to lose my measuring tapes just when I need them most. That’s why I buy them in bulk — it’s cheaper, and I always have a spare handy. Keeping one in my yarn bag, another near my worktable, and one tucked away in a drawer saves me from those “where did I put it this time?” moments.
(You can find the 3-pack I use here – 3-Pack Tape Measure Retractable Measuring Tape for Hand Crafts.)
About the Author
Hi, I’m Mary Ann — welcome to My Tasteful Threads. I share cozy crochet projects, easy family recipes, and simple inspirations for living a warm, meaningful life at home. My grandma taught me to crochet, and these kitchen projects always bring me back to those early days sitting beside her, learning one stitch at a time.
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