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Monday, April 22, 2013

7 Easy Steps to Make a Crochet Washcloth - Free Crochet Pattern: Not Your Grandma's Crochet Dish Cloths


Crochet Pattern
Not Your Your Grandma's
Crochet Dish Cloth




 

That's right!  These are Not Your Grandma's Dish Cloths!  They are full of color and style!

(Last updated 7-10-13)

NOTE:  If you'd rather I make them for you, click here for my ETSY page.
  1. Leave a 3 inch tail
  2. 27 single stitches
  3. * Double crochet in 2nd stitch from hook (Total of 26 double stitches -- it's okay if it's 25, 26, or 27)
  4. Chain 2
  5. Turn *
  6. Continue from *
  7. Make as many rows as you'd like, but just make sure that your dish cloth is square. It should be the same size all the way around. The size usually comes out to 5x5, 6x6, ...
I used Sugar and Cream yarn for this tutorial. And an "H" or "I" crochet hook is fine. It's inexpensive and you can usually get about 2 wash/dish cloths from one roll.































NOTE:  This is my own pattern.  You may post it on your blog, etc.  Please credit the original designer (me).
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31 comments:

  1. sweetybird09April 29, 2010 at 11:56 AM

    I love the way you show step by step how to crochet that dishcloth, very nice idea to teach like that.

    Maybe I may learn to crochet yet!

    Even though I love my knitting

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  2. AnnabelleApril 29, 2010 at 12:13 PM

    Hi Sweetybird09! I'd love to learn to knit! Thanks for such a sweet comment!

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  3. ElizabethApril 29, 2010 at 2:21 PM

    What size hook do you recommend for these?

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  4. AnnabelleApril 29, 2010 at 4:07 PM

    Thank you Elizabeth for asking about the hook. I can't believe I left the most important part out.

    I use an H or I hook.

    It's now in the instructions.

    Thanks again,

    Annabelle

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  5. Moonangelnay on EtsyMay 2, 2010 at 9:08 AM

    great post annabelle. i like that you've included some progress pictures for those that are new to crocheting. i love crocheting so always love reading about others doing the same!

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  6. ElizabethMay 7, 2010 at 12:30 PM

    Hi Annabelle,

    Thanks for letting me know the hook size, that's what I would've guessed. :)

    So I would like to give some washcloths I've made as Mother's Day gifts and am curious how you make the cupcakes - any chance of getting that tut right away?

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  7. DianeJune 9, 2010 at 10:41 AM

    These are soooo pretty.

    I came here via Penny Pinching Party. Stop by and visit me sometimes over at Pittypat Paperie.

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  8. AnonymousJuly 26, 2010 at 12:15 PM

    Here's my question on these (they're lovely, awesome, home-made, so fit all my requirements for loving!) Are they machine washable? My dish cloths get regular washings to not get all stinky - i use them instead of a sponge to clean my dishes. So if I crocheted some, would I be able to pop 'em in the washer as easily as the terry cloth ones I already use?

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  9. AnonymousAugust 14, 2010 at 6:31 PM

    I love these! Can't wait to whip some up! Thanks for sharing the pattern. I will be linking back to you.
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  10. Rachel@oneprettything.comSeptember 17, 2010 at 11:58 PM

    These are great Annabelle! Thanks so much for linking to this in the One Pretty Thing Flickr pool, I'll be linking in the next Crochet Roundup.

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  11. Suzy MyersOctober 15, 2010 at 11:07 AM

    Very nice! These would make a wonderful Christmas gift!

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    suzy

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  12. jamieannDecember 7, 2010 at 7:33 PM

    thanks so much for the pattern!! i love these!

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  13. KrystalaustJanuary 5, 2011 at 1:32 AM

    These are quick and easy to whip up thanks for the pattern. My question is why does it say to leave a 3 inch tale? is this for sewing in purposes?

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  17. Ruth AnnFebruary 19, 2012 at 6:03 PM

    Where can I get pretty crochet hooks like the one in the illustration?

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  18. mewmewmewMay 5, 2012 at 12:45 PM

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  19. JillDecember 26, 2012 at 3:52 PM

    Cute dishcloths and a great tutorial too!

    Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
    Hope you are having a fabulous festive week!
    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

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  20. alana320January 8, 2013 at 2:29 PM

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  21. alana320January 8, 2013 at 2:30 PM

    What do I do with the 3 inch tail???

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  22. AnnabelleJanuary 8, 2013 at 2:56 PM

    Hi Alana. The tail probably doesn't need to be 3 inches. You just need enough to tuck it back into the washcloth or tie it off like I do. Hope this helps.

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  23. EvelynMarch 6, 2013 at 8:06 PM

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  24. EvelynMarch 6, 2013 at 8:14 PM

    Hi Annabelle. As you stated this is your own pattern and that we may post it on our blogs, etc. Would it be okay to sell any items we make. I would love to make these and sell them, giving credit to the pattern and designer.
    Thank you,
    Evelyn

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  25. CindyMay 3, 2013 at 1:18 PM

    How did you make the splotches of color? What brand is the yarn?

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  26. txfoxJanuary 6, 2014 at 1:06 PM

    I created almost the same pattern. Just all either single crochet or double, depending if you want the holes.
    I wash mine in washer but since it is cotton they do shrink. Eventually lose their pretty colors too - but they last quite a long time.
    Thank you for sharing!

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  27. crlacyJune 13, 2014 at 8:03 PM

    I love the colors that you used in the picture (lime, blue, orange and pink), do you happen to have the exact names of those colors? I would love to give this project a try. Also, does it matter if you crochet or knit these, is one better then the other?? Thanks!

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  28. Lorene BOctober 3, 2014 at 6:23 PM

    Can 100% acrylic yarn be used make these as that's all I have and tons of colors. Want to make for Christmas gifts.

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  29. AnnabelleJune 6, 2016 at 10:13 PM

    Acrylic will work but wont be as absorbant.

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  30. MelissaDecember 18, 2019 at 9:27 PM

    How many ch st to start?

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