Crochet Pinecrest Dishcloth Pattern
Introduction
The Crochet Pinecrest Dishcloth is a delightful addition to any kitchen, adding a touch of handmade charm that is both functional and stylish. With its intricate design and soft texture, this dishcloth is perfect for tackling any mess with a smile. Whether you're wiping down countertops or washing dishes, the Crochet Pinecrest Dishcloth has got you covered. Its vibrant colors and durable craftsmanship make it a must-have for anyone who appreciates a pop of personality in their home essentials. Make your daily chores a little brighter and more enjoyable with this lovely dishcloth that brings a touch of handmade warmth to your kitchen.
Pattern Details
Skill Level
Easy
Materials
- 90 yds, size 4 cotton yarn. I used 1 skein of I Love This Cotton yarn (3.5 oz/100 g, 180 yds/165 m) in the Forest colorway
- US size G/6 crochet hook (4.00 mm)
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
- Stitch markers
Gauge
17 stitches x 12 rows = 4″ square
Pattern used for gauge: rows of half double crochet (hdc)
Finished Size
Approximately 9.5″ w x 9.5″ h
Stitch Abbreviations
US Crochet Terminology
- ch(s) – chain(s)
- cl v-st – cluster v-stitch
- hdc – half double crochet
- sc – single crochet
- sk – skip
- sl st – slip stitch
- sp – space
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- yo – yarn over
Special Stitches
Cluster V-Stitch (cl v-st)
cl v-st – (yo, insert hook into indicated st or sp, yo and draw up a loop, yo and draw through two loops on hook) 2 times, yo and draw through all three loops on hook, ch 1, (yo, insert hook into same st or sp, yo and draw up a loop, yo and draw through two loops on hook) 2 times, yo and draw through all three loops on hook.
Shell
Shell – 3 dc in same sp
Pattern Notes
- The ch-1 at the beginning of a row does not count as a st.
- The ch-2 at the beginning of a row counts as 1 dc.
How to Make This Easy Crochet Dishcloth
Part 1: Dishcloth Body
Ch 32
Row 1: hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn. <31 hdc>
Row 2: ch 1, hdc in 1st st and in each st across, turn. <31 hdc>
Row 3: ch 2 (counts as 1 dc here and throughout), dc in next st, sk next st, [cl v-st in next st, sk 2 sts] 8 times, cl v-st in next st, sk next st, dc in each of next 2 sts, turn. <9 cl v-sts, 4 dc>
Row 4: ch 2, dc in next st, sk next st, [Shell in ch-1 sp, sk 2 sts] 8 times, Shell in ch-1 sp, sk next st, dc in next st, dc in top of turning ch, turn. <9 Shells, 4 dc>
Row 5: ch 1, hdc in 1st st and in each st across, turn. <31 hdc>
Row 6: repeat Row 5
Row 7: ch 2, dc in next st, sk next st, [cl v-st in next st, sk 2 sts] 8 times, cl v-st in next st, sk next st, dc in each of next 2 sts, turn. <9 cl v-sts, 4 dc>
Row 8: ch 2, dc in next st, sk next st, [Shell in ch-1 sp, sk 2 sts] 8 times, Shell in ch-1 sp, sk next st, dc in next st, dc in top of turning ch, turn. <9 Shells, 4 dc>
Row 9: ch 1, hdc in 1st st and in each st across, turn. <31 hdc>
Rows 10 – 12: repeat Row 9 3 times
Row 13: ch 2, dc in next st, sk next st, [cl v-st in next st, sk 2 sts] 8 times, cl v-st in next st, sk next st, dc in each of next 2 sts, turn. <9 cl v-sts, 4 dc>
Row 14: ch 2, dc in next st, sk next st, [Shell in ch-1 sp, sk 2 sts] 8 times, Shell in ch-1 sp, sk next st, dc in next st, dc in top of turning ch, turn. <9 Shells, 4 dc>
Row 15: ch 1, hdc in 1st st and in each st across, turn. <31 hdc>
Row 16: repeat Row 15
Row 17: ch 2, dc in next st, sk next st, [cl v-st in next st, sk 2 sts] 8 times, cl v-st in next st, sk next st, dc in each of next 2 sts, turn. <9 cl v-sts, 4 dc>
Row 18: ch 2, dc in next st, sk next st, [Shell in ch-1 sp, sk 2 sts] 8 times, Shell in ch-1 sp, sk next st, dc in next st, dc in top of turning ch, turn. <9 Shells, 4 dc>
Row 19: ch 1, hdc in 1st st and in each st across, turn. <31 hdc>
Row 20: repeat Row 19
At the end of Row 20, do not fasten off. Proceed to border.
Part 2: Border
Notes:
- The border is worked in Rounds. The side you’re working on is clearly identified in the instructions for Rnd 1 as you lay the foundation for the border.
- The ch-2 at the end of each side of Rnd 1 will be referred to as the corner sp in Rnd 2.
Rotate 90 degrees.
Rnd 1:
Left side: ch 1, work 28 sc evenly along the left side of the dishcloth by placing 1 sc in the end of each hdc row and 2 sc in the end of each dc row, ch 2, rotate 90 degrees. <28 sc>
Bottom: 1 sc in each of the next 31 chs, ch 2, rotate 90 degrees. <31 sc>
Right side: work 28 sc evenly along the right side of the dishcloth by placing 1 sc in the end of each hdc row and 2 sc in the end of each dc row, ch 2, rotate 90 degrees. <28 sc>
Top: 1 sc in each of the next 31 sts, ch 2, sl st in top of sc to join. <31 sc>
Rnd 2: ch 1, hdc in same st and in each of the next 27 sts, 4 hdc in corner sp, hdc in next 31 sts, 4 hdc in corner sp, hdc in next 28 sts, 4 hdc in corner sp, hdc in next 31 sts, 4 hdc in corner sp, sl st in top of hdc to join. <134 hdc>