Crochet Flower Pan Savers (Hexagon Trivet & Potholder Pattern)
If you’re looking for a quick, practical crochet project that’s as pretty as it is useful, this crochet flower pan saver is about to become a favorite. Made from simple hexagons joined together to form a flower shape, this design works beautifully as a trivet, potholder, or pan protector. It’s beginner-friendly, perfect for using up scrap yarn, and makes a thoughtful handmade gift. Whether you’re stacking it between your pans or setting a hot dish on the table, this pattern is a fun and functional way to bring a little crochet into your kitchen.
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Difficulty
This pattern is rated EASY. Simple stitches are used and a video tutorial is provided.
Finished Measurments
The pan savers measure 27 cm (10.5") across at their widest point.
Yarn
Yarn Requirements
120 grams (185 m / 200 yd) of a 100% cotton, worsted weight (4) yarn.
Each motif uses approximately 17 g of yarn.
Yarn Details
Loops & Threads Classic Cotton: 100% cotton, worsted weight (4); 109 m (120 yd) per 70 g (2.5 oz)
Loops & Threads Classic Cotton is available at Michaels Craft Stores and occasionally on Amazon. Great alternatives would include any 100% cotton yarn such as Lily Sugar ‘N Cream.
Hook Size and Notions
Pattern Abbreviations
BLO - back loop only
ch(s) - chain(s)
dc - double crochet
ps - puff stitch
rep - repeat
rnd - round
sc - single crochet
sk - skip
sl st - slip stitch
sp(s) - space(s)
st(s) - stitch(s)
tr - treble (triple) crochet
yo - yarn over
( ) - work the group of stitches all in the same stitch or space
** - repeat instructions between asterisks as many times as directed
(These are US crochet terms from the Craft Yarn Council)
Gauge
Each motif measures approximately 10 cm (4") wide at the widest point and 9 cm (3.5") tall.
Click HERE to learn more about gauge.
Special Stitches
Invisible Join
1. Cut the working end of your yarn and pull it up and through the last stitch that was worked.
2. Thread the tail of yarn through a tapestry needle.
3. Skip the first stitch, insert your tapestry needle into the second stitch from front to back through both loops of the stitch, pull yarn through.
4. Insert your tapestry needle from front to back into the back loop only of the stitch the yarn is originating from, pull yarn through.
5. Securely weave in your ends.
I have full video tutorial and blog post on how to create an invisible join.
How to Make a Magic Circle
The magic circle is an essential crochet technique that helps eliminate holes in projects worked in the round. If you’re not familiar with it yet, I have a full blog post and a step-by-step video tutorial to guide you through the process.
Puff Stitch
1. Yo, insert hook into st, yo, pull up a loop (3 loops on hook).
2. Yo, insert hook into same st, yo, pull up a loop (5 loops on hook).
3. Yo, insert hook into same st, yo, pull up a loop (7 loops on hook).
4. Yo, pull through 6 loops on hook (2 loops on hook).
5. Yo, pull through 2 loops on hook.
Treble/Triple Crochet
1. Yarn over twice.
2. Insert hook into the indicated stitch.
3. Yarn over and pull up a loop (4 loops on hook).
4. Yarn over and pull through first 2 loops on hook (3 loops on hook).
5. Yarn over and pull through first 2 loops on hook (2 loops on hook).
6. Yarn over and pull through the remaining 2 loops.
Video Tutorial
Notes
The pan savers are constructed from individual hexagon motifs, which are seamed together after all motifs are completed.
The right side of each motif is the side that faces you while you are working it.
A chain 3 at the beginning of a round or row counts as one double crochet.
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