Crochet Adorable Washcloth

Crochet Adorable Washcloth

Crochet adorable washcloths are not only practical but also a delightful way to add a touch of charm to your daily routine. Creating these unique pieces can bring a sense of joy and creativity to your home. The soft textures and vibrant colors make them a lovely addition to any bathroom or kitchen. Whether you are making them for yourself or as a thoughtful gift for a friend, the process of crocheting washcloths is a relaxing and satisfying experience. So, grab your crochet hook and yarn, and let's create some cozy and adorable washcloths together!

Materials Needed

• Yarn: approximately 50 yards of 100% cotton yarn works best for absorbency and durability. Any worsted weight (#4) cotton yarn will do.

• Hook: 5.5mm (or any appropriate sized hook for the yarn you are using).

• Scissors & Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends.

Stitches Used

This pattern primarily uses:

• Double Crochet (DC)

• Staggered Double Crochet Pairs: This simple variation adds dimension and interest.

How to Customize Your Washcloth

One of the best things about this crochet washcloth pattern is its versatility! Here are some ways to make it your own:

• Choose Bold or Pastel Shades: Make a set in your favorite colors.

• Adjust the Size: Add or remove stitches to make dishcloths, face cloths, or even hand towels.

• Play with Borders: Add a simple single crochet or decorative edging for a polished look.

Perfect for Every Occasion

Whether you’re making a set for your kitchen, bathroom, or as a thoughtful gift, the Splash of Colour Washcloth is a must-try project. It’s a fun way to experiment with color while creating something practical and beautiful. Plus, it’s a great beginner-friendly crochet washcloth pattern that helps you master staggered double crochet pairs with ease.

Gauge and Size

Gauge: 7 staggered double crochet paired stitches and 6 rows = 4×4” square

Size: approximately 9″ x 9″

Abbreviations Used

• Ch(s)–chain(s)

• St(s)–stitch(es)

• Sp – space

• dc – double crochet

• YO–yarn over

• FO–fasten off

• SDCP–staggered double crochet pairs

• DC2TOG–double crochet 2 together

Special Stitches

Staggered Double Crochet Pairs:

This stitch is more commonly referred to as double crochet 2 together but the placement of your ‘pairs’ keeps the stitch count correct without creating any decreases in stitch numbers that the double crochet 2 together is usually used for. See the video below for how to work this stitch.

Double Crochet 2 Together: Also known as a decrease,

YO, insert hook into indicated stitch and pull up a loop, YO and pull through 2 loops only, YO, insert hook into next stitch and pull up a loop, YO and pull through 2 loops, YO and pull through all remaining loops on the hook.

The Free Splash of Color Crochet Washcloth Pattern

Row Instructions:

Row 1: Ch 32, dc2tog 4th and 5th ch from hook (first 3 chains count as a dc), ch1, *dc2tog next 2 sts, ch1; rep from * to last ch; dc in last ch.

Row 2: Ch3, turn, dc2tog 1st and 2nd ch spaces, ch1, *dc2tog by inserting your hook into the same stitch as the last leg of the previous stitch you just did and the next ch1 space, ch1; rep from * to end, placing last leg of the final stitch under the ch3 from the previous row, dc in top of ch3.

Rows 3-14: Ch3, turn, dc2tog 1st and 2nd ch spaces, ch1, *dc2tog by inserting your hook into the same stitch as the last leg of the previous stitch you just did and the next ch1 space, ch1; rep from * to end, placing last leg of final stitch under the ch3 from the previous row; dc on top of ch3. FO, weave in ends.

Border Option:

If you choose to do a border: instead of fastening off, simply turn your work so that you are working down the side of the cloth and sc evenly until you reach the first corner: either place 2sc in the corner stitch or do [sc, ch1, sc] in the corner. Continue single crocheting around, placing either 2sc in each corner or [sc, ch1, sc] in each corner. SS to the first sc made for the border.

FO. Weave in ends.