This double thickness potholder is worked in Tunisian crochet.

It incorporates Tunisian Simple Stitch, end of row decreases and short rows to achieve the spiral pattern.

Although the pattern is Tunisian in design, it may be worked with a regular crochet hook and instructions are given in simple crochet terms to assist beginners of the technique.

YOU WILL NEED 135 m (148 yds) of double knitting yarn, a 4.00 mm hook and a needle for neatening ends.

Pattern is fully tested and available in both UK and US terms.