Crochet Textured Earthy Cotton Dish Cloths Free Pattern

Materials Needed:

• 100% cotton yarn (worsted weight) in 3 colors
• 5.0 mm (H) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle

Gauge:

4” x 4” = 12 stitches x 14 rows in double crochet (dc)

Abbreviations:

• ch - chain
• sc - single crochet
• dc - double crochet
• sl st - slip stitch
• st - stitch

Instructions:

Main Cloth:

1. With Color A, make a slip knot and ch 30.
2. Row 1: Dc in the 4th ch from the hook, dc in each ch across (28 dc). Turn.
3. Row 2: Ch 2, dc in first st, *fpdc in next st, bpdc in next st; repeat from * across. Turn.
4. Repeat Row 2 until the piece measures approximately 10 inches, or desired size.
5. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Edging:

1. With Color B, join yarn at the corner of your cloth with a sl st.
2. Ch 1, sc evenly around the cloth, making 3 sc in each corner. Join with a sl st to the first sc.
3. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Variations:

To create a textured look, switch between Color A and Color C for different rows during the main cloth creation or use different stitches like shell stitches or popcorn stitches for added interest.

Care Instructions:

Machine wash on gentle and lay flat to dry. Can also be tumble dried on low.

Enjoy your crochet experience with these stylish and practical dishcloths!