How to Crochet a Simple Shell Dishcloth

Crocheting a simple shell dishcloth is a delightful and rewarding craft project that can add a touch of handmade charm to your kitchen. Once you've finished your dishcloth, it's not only practical but also makes a thoughtful gift for friends and family. So gather your materials, put on your favorite music, and enjoy the creative process of making something beautiful with your own hands.

Materials

• I hook
• Multi-colored brown, dark brown, and white 100% cotton yarn
• Yarn needle

Abbreviations

• sc = single crochet
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• ch = chain

Additional Information

shell = (sc, hdc, dc in the same stitch)

Instructions

Starting the Dishcloth

Using your I hook and cotton yarn, chain 33.

Rnd 1: Work sc in the 3rd chain from the hook, hdc in the same chain, dc in the same chain (this will create your first shell). *Skip 2 chains, work a sc, hdc, dc in the next chain (shell made). *Repeat across until you have 10 shell stitches, skip 2 chains, hdc in the last chain. Turn - 10 shells.

Continue Crocheting

Rnd 2: Chain 2. In the first dc of the last shell made in the previous 1st row, work a sc, hdc, dc in that dc stitch to make your first shell. *Skip 2 stitches, work a shell (sc, hdc, dc) in the next stitch (shell made). *Repeat across, hdc in the last chain in this row. Turn - 10 shells.

Rnd 3: Chain 2. Repeat row Rnd 2. Continue for 20 more times or until you reach your desired length.

Finishing Touches

Then single crochet around the entire edge of the dishcloth. Sew in the ends with your yarn needle. Finished.