Easy Crochet Dishcloth Pattern
This easy crochet dishcloth pattern is a great beginner crochet pattern. You only need a few supplies, and the size of the finished dishcloth will depend on your guage.
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Material Needed

Cotton Yarn (light worsted #3 cotton)
Tools Needed
4mm
Finished Size

8.5 x 8.5 inches (depends on your gauge)
Instructions for Crochet Dishcloth

Pattern (worked in multiples of 2): Foundation: Ch 34.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook. Dc in next ch, sc in next ch. Repeat from * to * across. Turn. (33 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1. Sc in the same st at the base of the ch-1. Dc in next dc, sc in next sc.
Repeat from * to * across.
Turn.
Repeat Row 2 until the piece measures about 8″ from the beginning (approximately 29 rows).
Turn.
Border – Ch 1, sc in the same stitch at the base of the ch-1. Sc in each stitch across. Work 3 sc in the corner.
Sc evenly down the first side of the cloth.
Work 3 sc in the next corner. Sc in each chain along the starting edge.
Work 3 sc in the next corner. Sc evenly up the second side. Sc in the final corner. Sl st to the first sc of the round.
Turn.
Second Round – Ch 1, sc in the same stitch at the base of the ch-1. Ch 3, skip next sc, sc in the next sc. Repeat from * to * around. Sl st to the first sc. Fasten off.
Finishing – Weave in and trim all yarn ends.
Finished Look

If you have scrap cotton yarn, these are perfect for these. I love making up several and placing them in a bundle with some string and using them as last minute gifts. Everyone loves them and they are always appreciated.
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