Crochet Phat Cat Dishcloth

Introducing the Crochet Phat Cat Dishcloth, a delightful and practical addition to your kitchen essentials. This charming dishcloth is not your ordinary cleaning tool, as it brings a touch of whimsy and personality to your daily chores. Crafted with love and attention to detail, this crochet dishcloth features an adorable cat design that is sure to bring a smile to your face every time you use it. With its generous size, the Crochet Phat Cat Dishcloth provides ample coverage and ensures efficient cleaning. The soft and gentle texture of the yarn makes it safe to use on delicate surfaces without causing any scratches or damage. Additionally, this dishcloth is easy to care for, as it can be machine washed and dried, ensuring that it remains fresh and hygienic for repeated use. Bring a touch of feline charm to your kitchen with the Crochet Phat Cat Dishcloth. It not only adds a playful element to your daily chores but also offers practicality and durability. Say goodbye to boring dishcloths and hello to a delightful cleaning companion that will make your kitchen tasks a little more enjoyable.

Skill Level

Easy

Size

About 9½” at widest points.

Materials

• Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn:
  • Yellow- 1½ oz, 75 yd (45 g, 69 m)
  • Twists – ½ oz, 25 yd (15 g, 23 m) (Sugar ‘n Cream – Country Yellow, Barnboard Twists)

Crochet Hook

Size H-8 (5.00 mm)

Gauge

3 sc = 1″, 3 sc rows = 1″.

Joining with SC

When instructed to join with sc, begin with sl knot on hook, insert hook in st or sp indicated, yo and pull up a loop, yo and draw through both loops on hook.

To Change Colors

Work last stitch before color change to last step, with new color yo and pull new color through remaining loops on hook. Drop unused color to wrong side. Do not work over unused color.

Special Stitches

Single Crochet Decrease (sc dec)

Draw up a lp in each of next 2 sts, yo and draw through 3 lps on hook.

Dishcloth Instructions

Row Instructions

Row 1: (Right Side) With Yellow, ch 26, sc in 2nd ch from hook, (sc in next ch) across. (25 sc)

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, 2 sc in first sc, sc in next 11 sc, change color to Twists, with Twists, sc in next 13 sc. (26 sc)

Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc in first 14 sc, change color to Yellow, with Yellow, sc in next 11 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (27 sc)

Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc in first 12 sc, change color to Twists, with Twists, sc in next 15 sc. (27 sc) Change color to Yellow.

Row 5: With Yellow, ch 1, turn, sc in first 13 sc, change color to Twists, with Twists, sc in next 3 sc, change color to Yellow, with Yellow, sc in next 10 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (28 sc)

Row 6: Ch 1, turn, sc in first 11 sc, change to Twists, with Twists, sc in next 3 sc, change to Yellow, with Yellow, sc in next 14 sc. (28 sc)

Row 7: Ch 1, turn, sc in first 14 sc, change to Twists, with Twists, sc in next 3 sc, change to Yellow, with Yellow, sc in next 11 sc. (28 sc)

Rows 8-11: Rep Rows 6-7 twice.

Row 12: Ch 1, turn, sc in first 11 sc, change to Twists, with Twists, sc in next 3 sc, change to Yellow, with Yellow, sc in next 7 sc, change to Twists, with Twists, sc in next 2 sc, change to Yellow, with Yellow, sc in next 5 sc. (28 sc)

Row 13: Ch 1, turn, sc in first 4 sc, change to Twists, with Twists, sc in next 3 sc, change to Yellow, with Yellow, sc in next 7 sc, change to Twists, with Twists, sc in next 3 sc, change to Yellow, with Yellow, sc in next 11 sc. (28 sc)

Row 14: Ch 1, turn, sc in first 11 sc, change to Twists, with Twists, sc in next 3 sc, change to Yellow, with Yellow, sc in next 7 sc, change to Twists, with Twists, sc in next 3 sc, change to Yellow, with Yellow, sc in next 4 sc. (28 sc)

Row 15: Ch 1, turn, sc in first 4 sc, change to Twists, with Twists, sc in next 3 sc, change to Yellow, with Yellow, sc in next 7 sc, change to Twists, with Twists, sc in next 3 sc, change to Yellow, with Yellow, sc in next 11 sc. (28 sc)

Row 16: Ch 1, turn, sc in first 12 sc, change to Twists, with Twists, sc in next 11 sc, change to Yellow, with Yellow, sc in next 5 sc. (28 sc)

Row 17: Ch 1, turn, sc in first 5 sc, change to Twists, with Twists, sc in next 11 sc, change to Yellow, with Yellow, sc in next 12 sc. (28 sc)

Row 18: Ch 1, turn, sc in first 13 sc, change to Twists, with Twists, sc in next 9 sc, change to Yellow, with Yellow, sc in next 6 sc. (28 sc) Finish off Twists and weave in ends.

Row 19: With Yellow, ch 1, turn, sc in each sc across. (28 sc)

Rows Reduction

Rows 20-25: Ch 1, turn, sc dec, (sc in next sc) across to last 2 sc, sc dec. (26, 24, 22, 20, 18, 16 sc)

Row 26: Ch 1, turn, sc in each sc across. (16 sc)

Rows Increase

Rows 27-28: Ch 1, turn, 2 sc in first sc, (sc in next sc) across to last sc, 2 sc in last sc. (18, 20 sc)

Rows 29-33: Ch 1, turn, sc in each sc across. (20 sc)

Further Reductions

Rows 34-36: Ch 1, turn, sc dec, (sc in next sc) across to last 2 sc, sc dec. (18, 16, 14 sc)

Ears Instructions

Row 37: (First Ear) Ch 1, turn, sc in first 4 sc, sc dec. (5 sc) Leave remaining sts unworked.

Rows 38-40: Ch 1, turn, sc dec, (sc in next sc) across. (4, 3, 2 sc)

Row 41: Ch 1, turn, sc dec. (1 sc) Finish off and weave in ends.

Second Ear

Row 37: With right side facing, skip next 2 sc on Row 36, join with sl st in next sc, ch 1, sc dec, sc in last 4 sc. (5 sc)

Rows 38-40: Rep Rows 38-40 of First Ear.

Row 41: Ch 1, turn, sc dec. (1 sc) DO NOT FINISH OFF.

Edging

Rnd 1: With right side facing, evenly sc around Cat, working 3 sc in tips of each Ear; join with sl st to first sc. Finish off and weave in ends.