Ah, the humble dishcloth. Many crocheters begin their journey with just such a project! Of course, crochet dishcloth patterns are welcome for folks of all different crochet skill levels. They provide an excellent opportunity to learn new skills and stitches on a manageable scale. And you can never have too many dishcloths!
We have gathered for you today all the best crochet dishcloth patterns. There are a wide variety of skill levels, stitches, and colors. Because what is life without choices? The best part is that you can easily pick and choose to crochet multiple free crochet dishcloth patterns, because they are so quick to work up.
When you decide that you finally have enough dishcloths, then you can select a few more crochet dishcloth patterns that are free. They make fantastic gifts for housewarmings, weddings, baby showers, and hostesses. Pair them with a matching hand towel for a most handsome gift. Believe it or not, I have even found success selling dishcloths at craft fairs!
Whatever you decide to do with these crochet dishcloth patterns, you are sure to have a great time making them! Scroll down and see all of the best crochet dishcloth patterns for yourself!
1. Crochet Dishcloth Pattern
Have you heard of the moss stitch before? If you already know how to single crochet and chain stitch, then you are ready to take it up a notch. Also called linen stitch, this stitch pattern forms a solid fabric with a light texture that almost appears woven. It is particularly striking when combined with different colors as shown above.
Designer: Bernat Design Studio
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2. Tunisian TSS Dishcloth
If you are looking for more advanced crochet dishcloth patterns, then look no further than the Tunisian TSS Dishcloth. Crocheters looking to add tunisian crochet to their list of skills will love the manageable size of this project and the clear instructions. Plus, the texture of the tunisian simple stitch is perfect for scrubbing.
Designer: Ambassador Crochet
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3. Vintage Crochet Dishcloth Pattern
Meet the Peach Margot Crochet Dishcloth. It uses a pretty vintage crochet stitch called the Catherine Wheel. This stitch pattern really pops when you change colors every two rows as shown. Master this stitch with the dishcloth and then move on to bigger things like blankets or cardigans!
Designer: Hannah Maier
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4. Starfish Washcloth
Think outside the box with a crochet dishcloth that’s shaped like a star instead of a square. This dishcloth is as cute as it is functional. It would look right at home in a kitchen with coastal decor or you could use it in the bath instead. Also, children are sure to appreciate the bright color and bold shape.
Designer: Knit and Crochet Ever After
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5. Flower Power Dishcloth
Here’s another one of our uniquely shaped crochet dishcloth patterns that are free. These bold flower motifs remind me of the 70s. These sorts of styles have been making a comeback as of late, so don’t be surprised when all of your friends want a set of these for themselves.
Designer: Whiskers & Wool
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6. Squared Waffle
The texture of the waffle stitch is practically tailor-made for scrubbing. While usually crocheted in rounds, Buttonnose Crochet has figured out how to crochet waffle stitch in the round to create a particularly striking dishcloth design. Changing colors after every row is a fun way to add more interest to your project and potentially use up some scrap yarn too.
Designer: Buttonnose Crochet
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7. Merci Cloth
How about one more tunisian crochet dishcloth pattern to add to your collection? Move beyond the tunisian simple stitch and learn a new tunisian stitch – the smock stitch. It makes a gorgeous dishcloth with incredible drape. You can’t even tell that it’s crocheted! Oh, and did I mention the matching hand towel pattern?
Designer: TLYC Blog
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8. Dishcloth Clara
Ok I’m getting a bit carried away with all of these great patterns! Let’s get back to basics with a beginner-friendly design that uses only single and double crochet stitches. A smidge of colorwork and a neutral color palette make this a sophisticated pattern that is sure to withstand the test of time.
Designer: Nordic Hook
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9. Sunburst Rounds Dishcloth
Add a spot of warm sunshine to the kitchen with the Sunburst Rounds Dishcloth. When these dishcloths aren’t in use, they can be hung up on the wall. They are certainly decorative enough to be put on display, so why not add a bit of color to your kitchen?
Designer: Willow Design
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10. Whispering Pines Dishcloth
The last of our best crochet dishcloth patterns is a parting gift for the beginners out there. Don’t get discouraged at the sight of all of these lovely designs! You can make dishcloths like this one that are both simple and stunning with just the basic crochet stitches – single and double crochet.
Designer: Truly Crochet
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Did you enjoy this roundup of beginner-friendly, more advanced, and vintage crochet dishcloth patterns? I tried to include a little something for everyone! What was your favorite design? Let me know in the comments below!
Now that you are used to making a square, lets make the next project even bigger! How about a crochet blanket HERE.
Happy Crocheting!
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