Easy Washcloth Crochet Pattern for Beginners (Free!)

This easy washcloth crochet pattern is simple if you want a more textured cloth. The crochet stitch creates a raised square texture in the finished project. You work a single crochet stitch between each stitch and row to create an alternating pattern. You can adjust the size by using any even number of chains as the foundation chain.

Supplies

• Yarn: Worsted (10ply, category 4)
• Crochet hook: 5mm
• Tapestry needle: For weaving ends.

Here are some suggested hook sizes if you want to substitute another weight yarn.

Yarn Weight	Hook Size
DK/Light Worsted (8ply)	G (4mm)
Bulky/Chunky (12ply)	J (6mm)

Skill Level

This easy washcloth crochet pattern is easy since it just uses single and double crochet stitches.

Gauge

Gauge is not important when you are crocheting washcloths and dishcloths.

Dimensions

After blocking, my finished size was approximately 8.5 inches square (21.54cm).

Abbreviations

Pattern written in US terms.

• sc =single crochet
• dc = double crochet stitch
• ch = chain stitch
• st/sts =stitch/ stitches
• YO = yarn over

Terms of Use

Pattern for personal use only. Do NOT distribute or share the PDF pattern. See full terms of use.

Special Stitch – Cluster Stitch

In this easy washcloth crochet pattern, you will use a cluster stitch:

1. YO, insert hook into next stitch, pull through (3 on hook).
2. YO, pull through 2 (2 on hook).
3. YO, insert hook into same stitch, pull through (4 on hook).
4. YO, pull through 2 (3 on hook).
5. YO, pull through 3 (1 on hook).

Easy Washcloth Pattern Instructions

Row 1

1. Chain 30 (any even number).
2. Insert hook into 2^nd chain, sc.
3. Sc across row (30 stitches). Turn.

Row 2

1. Ch 1, sc into base of chain.
2. *Sc into next stitch, cluster into next stitch.
3. Repeat to last 2 stitches, sc into last 2 stitches. Turn.

Row 3

1. Ch1, sc into base of chain.
2. Sc across row. Turn.

Row 4- 27

1. Repeat rows 2 and 3 until you have a square.
2. OPTIONAL HOOK: At the corner, chain 8 (or longer if you wish) and join to the base with a slip stitch.
3. Fasten off and weave in all ends.
4. To make your dishcloth or washcloth look its best, you will need to block. This shapes and smooths uneven stitches. Read more about blocking crochet.

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