This is the BEST crochet dishcloth pattern because the way it is stitched it makes it own scalloped edge. Whip up this quick and easy crochet dishcloth pattern in minutes.
Crochet dishcloths make great gifts. Not only do they really work great they make up very quickly. They are the perfect project to have around while watching TV, or for in the car during kid pick up time.
Crochet Dishcloth Supplies
I used this simple pattern that makes a nice scalloped border without having to crochet around the edge.
Hook Size G
Sugar ‘N’ Cream 4-ply Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn (less than 2oz)
Crochet Dishcloth Pattern
ROW 1: Ch 40, (dc, ch 2, sc) in 4th ch from hook. * skip next 3 chs, (2dc, ch 2, sc) in next ch. Rep from * across.
ROWS 2-18: Ch 2, turn. (Dc, ch 2, sc) in next ch 2 sp. (2 dc, ch 2, sc) in each rem ch 2 sp. Fasten off. Weave in ends.
pattern credit crochet n more
Package with a nice ribbon and you a really useful gift!
After you make this dish cloth you might like to make this beautiful Granny Square dishcloth.
What is the best yarn to use for a crochet dishcloth?
The best yarn for dishcloths is cotton. For my dishcloths, I used Sugar ‘N’ Cream. Blended cottons will work too. Cotton and soy blends are softer than 100% cotton. You just need to ensure that the yarn blend is mostly cotton. This will make it absorbent.
What crochet hook do I need to make a dishcloth?
For this crochet dishcloth, I used a crochet hook size G. Depending on how you crochet (loose or tight) and the pattern you choose you can use US size H, I or J.
If you prefer a sponge in your kitchen you might like this crochet sponge.
I hope you loved these free crochet dishcloth patterns. They all use easy crochet stitches so they are perfect for a beginner. Don’t forget to check out other handmade gift ideas.
Annette says
thank you so much for the dishcloth pattern. It was so easy and I really enjoy to crochet small patterns while watching Perry Mason on ME TV.
Valerie Barwegen Slinker says
these are really different patterns, the first two, thanks for sharing
Amanda says
I’m really enjoying how this pattern is turning out but I feel like I might have done something wrong. The pattern starts with 40 ch but with subsequent rows when you add a dc to each 2 ch space it adds a stitch to the total row count. So for the finishing row I’ve got 50 stitches, making the cloth wider on the end. I hope this makes sense and that you might be able to give me some advice? Thanks!!
Scott says
Okay Ladies, I taught myself to crochet using YouTube and wonderful videos like this over my Thanksgiving break. Anyway, I tried making these the last two days and my yarn keeps curling. Am I making them too loose or too tight? The ones I see on here are beautiful, and mine look nothing like this yet. 🙂
Cindy says
Yes, try to loosen your tension and stitch more loosely. If this doesn’t work you can use a larger crochet hook.
Laura says
can someone please send me directions on how to knit this? I love it but have no clue how to crochet. Thank you 🙂
Ananasa says
These are really beautiful! A wonderful idea, thank you for your inspiration
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Tammy says
I forgot to say that I also use this pattern to make dish towels, by increasing the beginning chain to 60 then continuing the rows until it is a good dish towel length. I am making these to give as a gifts.
Cindy says
Tammy what a great idea!
Tammy says
Thank you for this pattern. I love it and it has become my favorite washcloth pattern: quick, easy and very pretty. I really like that the edge comes out scalloped. Thanks again 🙂
Amy says
Cindy, I had the same problem on my first attempt, so I went back and added a scallop border on the starting end. On my second attempt, I stitched through both top loops of the chain verses the sigle back loop as shown on the video. This gave my starting end the scalloped look.