Basic Kitchen Dishcloth – A Classic Crochet Project for the Kitchen
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If you enjoy practical crochet projects that are easy to make and useful every day, this Basic Kitchen Dishcloth is a great addition to your pattern collection. It’s worked from the center out in joined, turned rounds using a simple 2-round repeat, so you can easily adjust the size to suit your needs. This classic square dishcloth works up quickly and makes a nice choice for gifts, craft fairs, or stocking your own kitchen.
The Yarn
This dishcloth is made with Lily Sugar’n Cream yarn in Potpourri Ombre.
For this Kitchen Dishcloth I used approximately 64 yards (58 meters) of Sugar’n Cream yarn. This yarn is 100% cotton. Each 56 g ball contains approximately 95 yards (87 meters).
Lily Sugar’n Cream Cotton Aran comes in a wide range solid colors, stripes, ombres, twists and prints. It’s a soft, machine-washable cotton that’s perfect for dishcloths and other kitchen projects. The yarn holds up well with daily use and washing.
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Supplies
- Yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream. 14 oz (400 g) and 706 yds (645 m). 100% Cotton. 4-ply Worsted Weight Yarn [4]. Machine wash (cool), tumble dry low, delicate setting.
- Color: 1 cone Potpourri Ombre (Color: 02178)
- Crochet Hook: 5 mm (H)
- Finished Project: Dishcloth: 1.5 oz (43 g) and 76 yds (69 m)
- Scissors, Tapestry Needle (yarn needle)
Difficulty Level
- Easy
Finished Sizes
- Dishcloth width approximately 9 inches X 9 inches length.
Gauge
- First 3 rounds measure approximately 4 inches.
You can substitute any yarn and hook for this stitch pattern – just remember when you substitute if your gauge is different, the finished size, and amount of yarn used for your project will also be different.
Abbreviations
US Crochet Terms
- ch(s) – chain(s)
- ch2sp – chain 2 space
- dc – double crochet
- DMR – double magic ring
- g – grams
- m – meters
- oz – ounces
- rem – remaining
- sc – single crochet
- sk – skip
- sl st – slip stitch
- st/sts – stitch/stitches
- yds – yards
- * to **– Repeat the instructions between the asterisks the number of times indicated. This repeat will contain multiple instructions.
- [ ] – at the end of the row – the total number of stitches
- ( ) – important notes AND sets of stitches to be worked within one stitch, or space
Helpful Tutorials
Notes:
- I begin with a DMR (double magic ring) but you may use your favorite starting method to begin. Alternately, ch 4 and work Rnd 1 into the 4th ch from the hook. The first 3 skipped chs would replace the initial ch 3.
- Ch 3 counts as 1 dc.
- Sl st to join is made in the first st of the round.
- Corner sc is the middle stitch worked in the ch2sp. (1 dc, 1 sc, 1 dc)
- Extra photos follow the written pattern.
- Project is reversible up to the final round.
- To increase the size, work more repeats of Rnd 4 and Rnd 5
- Extra photos follow the written pattern.
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Basic Kitchen Dishcloth Written Crochet Pattern
This project is crocheted in joined, turned rounds, from the center out.
Using your 5 mm (H) crochet hook (or size required for gauge):
Rnd 1: In a DMR, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 2 dc, ch 2. (3 dc, ch 2) 3 times. Sl st to join. Close the DMR. Ch 1, turn. [12 dc, 4 ch2sp]
Rnd 2: Sl st into the ch2sp. (Ch 3, 1 sc, 1 dc) in the ch2sp. *1 sc in the next st. 1 dc in the next st, 1 sc in the next st. (1 dc, 1 sc, 1 dc) in the ch2sp**. Work from * to ** 3 times, 1 sc in the next st. 1 dc in the next st, 1 sc in last st. Sl st to join. Ch 1, turn. [12 sc, 12 dc]
Rnd 3: (1 dc in the next st, 1 sc in the next st) across to the corner sc. (1 dc, ch 2, 1 dc) in the corner sc. 1 sc in the next st. *(1 dc in the next st, 1 sc in the next st) across to the next corner sc. (1 dc, ch 2, 1 dc) in the corner sc. 1 sc in the next st.** Work from * to ** 3 times. Sl st to join. Ch 1, turn. [12 sc, 16 dc, 4 ch2sp]
Repeat Rounds
Rnd 4: (1 dc in the next st, 1 sc in the next st) across to the ch2sp. (1 dc, 1 sc, 1 dc) in the ch2sp. 1 sc in the next st. *(1 dc in the next st, 1 sc in the next st) across to the ch2sp. (1 dc, 1 sc, 1 dc) in the ch2sp. 1 sc in the next st**. Work from * to ** 3 times. (1 dc in the next st, 1 sc in the next st) across to the end of the round. Sl st to join. Ch 1, turn. [20 sc, 20 dc]
Rnd 5: (1 dc in the next st, 1 sc in the next st) across to the corner sc. (1 dc, ch 2, 1 dc) in the corner sc. 1 sc in the next st. *(1 dc in the next st, 1 sc in the next st) across to the next corner sc. (1 dc, ch 2, 1 dc) in the corner sc. 1 sc in the next st.**. Work from * to** 3 times. (1 dc in the next st, 1 sc in the next st) across to the end of the round. Sl st to join. Ch 1, turn. [20 sc, 24 dc, 4 ch2sp]
Rnd 6 to Rnd 11: Rep Rnd 4 and Rnd 5
Last Round
Rnd 12 (Last Rnd): 1 sc in each st across to the ch2sp, 3 sc in the ch2sp**. Work from * to ** 4 times. 1 sc in each rem st across to the end of the round. [104 sc]
Extra Photos
Use Any Yarn and Hook for this Project
- Use the crochet hook recommended on your yarn label.
- Next, follow the pattern as written, ending when you reach the size you want for your project.
- TIP: If the project is not laying flat (if it is curling up as you work into a cup-like shape, switch to a larger crochet hook. If the project is looking wavy then switch to a smaller crochet hook.
- Then add the Last Round and/or add your own favorite edging.
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Crocheter’s Often Ask
Yes. Repeat the 2-round pattern repeat more or fewer times to reach your desired square size.
Yes. Any cotton yarn works well for dishcloths. Keep in mind that changing yarn weight will change the finished size.
Use the hook size recommended on your yarn label and adjust as needed to get a fabric that isn’t too stiff or too loose.
Yes. The pattern includes row-by-row photos for the first few rounds, the repeat section, and the final round.
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This classic dishcloth is a simple project you can return to again and again. Try different cotton yarn colors, adjust the size to suit your needs, and build a small stack for everyday use or gifting.
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Rhondda Mol is the crochet designer and blogger behind Oombawka Design Crochet. Since 2012, she has been sharing free crochet patterns, tutorials, and expert tips to help crocheters of all levels succeed. With more than 600 published patterns, Rhondda focuses on creating clear instructions and resources to inspire creativity and confidence in the crochet community.