Easy crochet pattern for a beautiful, modern dishcloth. Using simple stitches, this dishcloth crochet pattern is perfect for a beginner or any crocheter looking for a quick project.
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I always feel odd calling these dishcloths. I don’t want to pigeonhole them for only kitchen use, but I had to call them something.
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![Four Crochet dishcloths in basket with flower accent and ceramic bowl accent](https://northeastmama.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Dishcloths-in-basket-e1556238074553.jpg)
The texture of the cloth does makes them perfect for cleaning dishes or wiping up spill, but it is this texture that also makes them so versatile.
Other Uses
- Homemade baby wipes (yes I went there)
- Use in the shower
- Wiping noses
- Face cloth
- Napkin (especially in lunchboxes)
- Spa cloth
- Gift Basket
- Replaces any reason for paper towel
- If you have any other uses, please leave a comment for others below
![Flat lay of crochet dishcloth with wood crochet hook](https://northeastmama.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Dishcloth-Redheart-ScrubbySmoothie-Blueberry-768x1024.jpg)
Gauge
Finished Size: 8″ x 8″ (20 cm x 20cm) Square
Crochet Stitches Used
Abbreviation | US Terminology | UK Terminology |
CH | Chain | Chain |
HDC | Half-Double Crochet | Half-Treble Crochet |
LHDC | Long/Extended Half-Double Crochet | Long/Extended Half-Treble Crochet |
SK | Skip | Miss |
![Flat lay of crochet dishcloth with wood crochet hook](https://northeastmama.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Dishcloth-ILTC-Pewter-e1556238419976.jpg)
Yarn
The yarn I used for the dishcloths in this pattern are
- Yarn: 1 oz/30g (50 yds/46 m) 100% Cotton Medium Weight Yarn
- Yarn Used for dishcloths in photos:
- 1 oz – Hobby Lobby I Love This Cotton in 95 Antique Cream
- 1 oz – Hobby Lobby I Love This Cotton in Pewter
- 1 oz – Sugar’n Cream in Teal
- 1 oz – Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie in Blueberry
Materials
Crochet Hook: US H/8 5.00 mm
![Flat lay of crochet dishcloth with wood crochet hook](https://northeastmama.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Dishcloth-ILTC-AntiqueCream-e1556238629408.jpg)
Notes
Each row begins with a CH1 and turn. This CH1 does not count as a stitch.
Crochet Pattern
Chain 28
Row 1: HDC in 2nd CH from hook = 27 HDC
Row 2: CH 1, turn. HDC in 1st stitch, *CH 1, SK next stitch, HDC in next stitch*, repeat until last 2 stitches. CH 1, SK 2nd to last stitch, HDC in last stitch.
Row 3: CH 1, turn. LHDC in 1st stitch of previous row, *CH 1, SK next stitch, LHDC into top of HDC in previous row*, repeat until last 2 stitches. CH 1, SK 2nd to last stitch, HDC in last stitch.
Row 4: CH 1, turn. LHDC in 1st stitch of previous row, *CH 1, SK next stitch, LHDC into top of LDHC in previous row*, repeat until last 2 stitches. CH 1, SK 2nd to last stitch, HDC in last stitch.
Row 5-29: Repeat Row 4
Row 30: CH 1, turn. LHDC in 1st stitch of previous row, *HDC in next stitch, LHDC in previous row*, repeat until end with HDC in last stitch.
Fasten off. Weave in ends.