Quick & Easy Projects How to Crochet a Washcloth: FREE Pattern February 18, 2026 This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, I may earn a small commission. Click to see full details of my Privacy Policy. Pin it now, make later!138Shares Learn how to crochet an eco-friendly washcloth with my FREE step-by-step pattern and video tutorial. In this post, I’ll show you how to crochet a washcloth with the written pattern below and a video tutorial which is available in both right-handed and left-handed versions. These easy crochet washcloths make great gifts for friends and family plus I have more free self-care crochet patterns to share with you.TABLE OF CONTENTS1. Materials & Tools2. Pattern Notes3. About The Yarn4. 5. Where to Shop Yarn 6. Convert Pattern Terms7. Terms & Abbreviations 8. Pattern Support9. Pin For Later10. Free Crochet Pattern: Washcloth11. Video Tutorials 12. Right-handed13. Left-handed14. Explore More Self Care Crochet PatternsVIEW MORE▼ Materials & Tools Yarn: Paintbox Cotton Aran Hook: 5mm Darning Needle Embroidery Scissors Pattern Notes Written in UK terms but switchable to US crochet terms below. Video tutorials available in right and left-handed versions About The Yarn When it comes to washcloths, cotton yarn is the best yarn to use. Cotton yarn absorbs water, washes well and also holds its shape. If you wish to use a different weight yarn such as a DK, I would suggest adding additional chains in multiples of two to get up to 7.5 inches. I have used Paintbox Cotton Aran for this project. Where to Shop Yarn Wool Warehouse we crochet Mary maxium love crafts Herrschners Convert Pattern Terms Here you can quickly switch between UK and US crochet terms. This will make following the pattern easier as all terms will be converted to your preferred version. view in UK terms view in US terms Terms & Abbreviations Chain: ch(s): Yarn over, pull through. Double crochet: dc(s): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining two loops. Dc3tog (double crochet three together) insert hook into first chain, yarn over, pull through, insert hook into next chain, yarn over pull through, insert hook into next chain, yarn over, pull through. Yarn over and pull through all 4 loops on the hook. How to Crochet – A Handy Reference Guide eBook Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your crochet stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions. You can find my EBook HERE. Pattern Support The fastest way to get pattern support is to ask in our dedicated facebook group for Bella Coco Crochet patterns. This is the best place for you to connect with other crocheters. Please note, if you wish to change and adapt this pattern in any way, this must be done at your own exploration and we cannot offer assistance with this. Pin For Later Free Crochet Pattern: Washcloth You are viewing this pattern in UK terms. Foundation row: Chain 28 (measuring approx 7.5 inches) Row 1: dc into 2nd ch from hook. *dc3tog with the first stitch in the same as the previous dc, ch1* repeat to the end. dc in the same stitch of the last dc3tog. Row 2: ch 1, turn, dc in 1st stitch, *dc3tog with the first stitch in the same as the previous dc, ch1* repeat to the end. dc in the same stitch of the last dc3tog. Repeat row 2 until you have 17 rows. Border: ch1 and dc around the post along the edge. dc into each of the rows along the edge with 3 dc into the corner space. dc into the gap and the cluster of stitches along the base of the washcloth. Repeat instruction for the side and the top until you get the last stitch. 2dc into the initial corner and join with a ss. Tie off and sew in your ends. Video Tutorials Right-handed Or watch on YouTube Left-handed Or watch on YouTube Explore More Self Care Crochet Patterns I have more self-care crochet patterns available on the blog. These patterns all make great gifts and also make a lovely hamper! Sleep Mask Face Scubbies Crochet Basket Hair Scrunchies You Are Beautiful Mat Sleep Mask Face Scrubbies Nesting Baskets Hair Scrunchie Crochet Mat I always love to see your makes so if you try any of my patterns or follow my stitch tutorials please tag me @bellacococrochet or use the #bellacococrochet sarah-jayne KEEP ON making Don’t miss a thing! Sign up to our newsletter, grab a cuppa and find out about the latest posts and projects. First name Email address Thanks! Please check your inbox (and junk) to confirm your subscription! Pin it now, make later!138Shares Further Reading... Self Care Crochet Inspiration – Free Video Tutorials February 22, 2023 Crochet Gift Wrapping: Free Patterns November 28, 2023 Crochet Pumpkin Free Pattern September 12, 2018 12 Comments Marion Lacey April 8, 2019 at 1:27 am Have made lots of wash cloths but I absoluteky love your pattern. My next ones will be yours. Thank you Reply Sue May 7, 2019 at 10:16 pm This pattern made a very nice washcloth. It was simple yet looks more complicated than it is. Thank you! Reply Gail June 21, 2019 at 12:12 pm Thank you for this easy and understandable pattern. I am making several washcloths for my daughter who is due in August Reply Carin February 3, 2020 at 1:06 am I really like this stitch. If I wanted to make it bigger, how would I make rte foundation chain? How many multiples of x plus y? Reply Carin February 3, 2020 at 1:07 am Sorry. THE foundation chain… Reply Sue February 22, 2020 at 1:28 am Excellent video, fun pattern. This is now my go-to dish cloth pattern. Thank you 🙂 Reply Barb August 23, 2020 at 1:48 am You are my go-to when I want to try a new stitch. Your demonstrations are so easy to follow. Thank you. This is my first dishcloth. You taught me a different stitch and I finished my first blanket in 27 years a couple months ago. Ready to try something new. Reply Markús Gröndal February 21, 2021 at 8:20 am You taught me to crochet! I’ve just finished making this washcloth, it looks so nice. I want to make it bigger next time. Should my foundation line be even numbers only? The original being 28 (26 in your video tutorial) I might want to try chaining perhaps 38 to get a bigger cloth. Thank you for teaching me to crochet, you’re by far the best crochet teacher online. Reply Elain March 23, 2021 at 4:55 am Followed your intro videos and completed this one as my first project. Thanks for the clear instructions. Just wondering. Is there a name for this pattern please? Thanks Reply kettu May 23, 2021 at 9:59 am This has become my favourite pattern for dishcloths! So lovely texture, so pretty yet so easy to make 🙂 Reply Rosemarie August 12, 2021 at 1:35 pm I tried this pattern for my very first washcloth. I am in love with this pattern! Not only is it easy and quick but it looks adorable! Thank you for sharing with everyone! Reply Sheila Munro July 13, 2025 at 1:50 pm It looks nice but can’t see the pattern – do I have to watch the video? Oh well other sites are available I suppose Reply Leave a Reply Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
