Rustic Crochet Washcloth Pattern — Easy Waistcoat-Stitch Tutorial

Crochet Rustic Washcloths are not only practical for everyday use but also bring a touch of handmade charm to your bathroom! The rustic texture and earthy colors create a cozy and inviting atmosphere. These washcloths are perfect for gently exfoliating your skin while adding a splash of personality to your daily routine. Whether you're making them as a thoughtful gift or treating yourself to a little self-care, these washcloths are sure to bring a smile to your face every time you reach for them. Enjoy the simple pleasures of handmade living with these delightful crochet rustic washcloths!

Materials

Cotton yarn weight #5 in two colors, I used beige and some dark brown

Hook: US Size (5.5 mm)

Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape

Gauge

12 st X 15 rows (4″ X 4″)

Sizes

This sample is 8.5” X 8.5”

Stitch Key

Ch = Chain

Sc = Single Crochet

Dc = Double Crochet

St = Stitch

Specialty Stitches

Waistcoat st

Notes

This pattern is written in US terminology.

This pattern is worked in rows.

Ch 1 at the beginning of the row does not count as st.

I used two colors for this pattern for a rustic flair.

Instructions

Chain 26

Row 1: Sc 1 in 2nd ch from hook, sc 1 in next and across to end of the row, turn (25 st)

Row 2: Ch 1, sc1 in 1st st from hook, Waistcoat st (insert hook between the “legs” of the stitch you can spot a V straight through to the other side and make a single crochet. Continue making waistcoat stitches (single crochets) going through the posts of the stitches from the previous row to the last st, sc (regular) 1 in last st, turn (25 st)

Row 3-9: Repeat row 2

Change color

Row 10+11: Ch 1, sc 1 in 1st st from hook, sc 1 in next and across to end of row, turn (25 st)

Row 12+13: Ch 1, sc1 in 1st st from hook, Waistcoat st (insert hook between the “legs” of the stitch you can spot a V straight through to the other side and make a single crochet. Continue making waistcoat stitches (single crochets) going through the posts of the stitches from the previous row to the last st, sc (regular) 1 in last st, turn (25 st)

Row 14+15: Ch 1, sc 1 in 1st st from hook, sc 1 in next and across to end of row, turn (25 st)

Row 16+30: Ch 1, sc1 in 1st st from hook, Waistcoat st (insert hook between the “legs” of the stitch you can spot a V straight through to the other side and make a single crochet. Continue making waistcoat stitches (single crochets) going through the posts of the stitches from the previous row to the last st, sc (regular) 1 in last st, turn (25 st)

When reaching the last row corner, ch 5 and Slst to last st to form the handle.

Secure yarn, cut, and weave in ends.

Finishing

You can add a single crochet round for a cleaner edge, working 1 sc st on each st around and (sc1+ch1+sc1) on each corner.