I’m coming to you with another free crochet dishcloth pattern! This one is quick, simple, and perfect for beginners. If you’re looking for a project that you can finish in about an hour, this dishcloth is a great choice.
You can find the free pattern below, or you can purchase the ad-free printable PDF from my shop.
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These dishcloths also make thoughtful gifts or an easy addition to your market inventory. Choose your favorite yarn colors and make a stack of dishcloths that are as beautiful as they are practical.
Want to print the pattern? You can purchase the ad-free printable PDF from my shop.
Materials:
- 93yds Worsted weight cotton yarn. I used Lion Brands 24/7 Cotton Yarn.
- US size H 5.0 mm crochet hook
- Measuring tape
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
Size (approximate) 8.75” x 8.75”
Size Adjustment: To adjust the size of your dishcloth, start with a longer or shorter chain. The pattern has a chain multiple of 2 plus 1 stitch. That means if you were to chain 12, for example, you would then add 1 stitch to that for a total of 13.
Pattern Notes:
- The chain 1 does not count as a stitch.
Abbreviations (US):
ch – chain
st(s) – stitch(es)
sc – single crochet
sc flo – single crochet front loop only
sc blo – single crochet back loop only
sl st – slip stitch
Want to print the pattern? You can purchase the ad-free printable PDF from my shop.
Beginner Friendly Dishcloth Pattern
To begin ch 37
Row 1: Work 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each ch across. Ch 1 and turn. (36 sts)
Row 2: Work 1 sc flo in the 1st st, work 1 sc blo in the next st, *work 1 sc flo in next st, work 1 sc blo in next st.* Repeat from * to * across the row. Ch 1 and turn.
Repeat Row 2 until your dishcloths reach about 7.75 inches.
Add the Border
Round 1: With your yarn still attached, ch 1 and sc around the dishcloth. Whenever you reach a corner, place 3 sts in the corner. When you arrive back at the corner where you started, place 3 sts in that corner.
Round 2: Continue to sc around the entire dishcloth again, placing 3 stitches in each corner. When you reach the corner where you started, place 3 sts in the starting corner, sl st to the next st, fasten off and weave in the ends.
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