Festive Crochet – Christmas Tree Inspired Washcloth
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This Christmas Tree Inspired Washcloth is worked back and forth in rows using simple stitches and easy clusters. It has a clean texture and a square shape that works well as a washcloth or as a reusable holiday dishcloth. You can use any yarn and hook, and the stitch multiple is included so you can use this stitch pattern for other projects too.
The Festive Christmas Tree Inspired Washcloth Pattern was originally designed by Joanita Theron. Joanita retired this design from her site and sold the full-pattern rights to Oombawka Design, Ltd. This pattern is now available exclusively at Oombawka Design Crochet. This pattern has been rewritten and updated.
Project Details
Project Type: Washcloth
Yarn Weight: Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn [4]
Crochet Hook: 5 mm (H)
Skill Level: Easy
Finished Size: 9 inches (23 cm) X 9 inches (23 cm)
Construction: Worked back and forth in rows.
Pattern Repeat: Cluster stitch + sc rows with chain spaces
Customization: Adjustable to any yarn and hook; stitch multiple provided
This stitch pattern creates a light, textured fabric with small tree-like shapes across the surface. It makes a simple holiday gift or a seasonal addition to your kitchen or bathroom.
About the Pattern
The washcloth uses a mix of cluster stitches, single crochet, and chain spaces. The rows are easy to follow and create a repeating tree-inspired texture. Use cotton yarn if you plan to use it in the kitchen or bathroom, or try a soft acrylic yarn for gift sets.
Supplies
- Yarn: Bernat Handicrafter Cotton. Worsted Weight [4]. 50 g (1.8 oz); 73 m (80 yds). 100% Cotton. Machine wash in cool water. Do not bleach. Do not dry clean. Do not iron. Dry flat.
- Crochet Hook: 5 mm Clover Amour (H)
- Finished project used: Approximately 70 g (2 balls)
- Scissors, Yarn Needle, Stitch Marker.
Difficulty Level
- Easy (Basic crochet stitches, simple shaping and finishing)
Finished Size
- Approximate size of sample: 9 inches (23 cm) wide X 9 inches (23 cm) long.
Gauge
- Approximately 19 sts per 4 inches and 10 rows in 4 inches.
Not essential for this project. Adjust the size easily by working more or fewer rows.
Abbreviations
US Terminology used
- ch(s) – chain(s)
- ch3sp – chain 3 space
- ch4sp – chain 4 space
- CL – cluster (*see special stitches)
- dc – double crochet
- g – grams
- m – meters
- oz – ounces
- R – row
- rem – remaining
- rep – repeat
- RS – right side
- sc – single crochet
- sk – skip
- sl st – slip stitch
- sp – space
- st/sts – stitch/stitches
- yds – yds
- * – ** Repeat the instructions between the asterisks the number of times indicated. This repeat will contain multiple instructions.
- () – Repeat the instructions between the parentheses the number of times indicated.
- [ ] – at the end of the row – the total number of stitches
Special Stitches
Cluster (CL) – dc3tog made all in one stitch
*Yarn over, insert hook into the stitch, yarn over and pull up 1 loop, yarn over and pull through 2 loops**. Work * to ** 3 times. Yarn over and pull through the remaining 4 loops.
Tutorials
Notes
- Stitch multiple: 3 + 1
- Initial ch 3 counts as a ch3sp
- Initial ch 4 counts as a ch4sp
- Add the Christmas Tree Washcloth to your Ravelry Library here
Christmas Tree Inspired Washcloth Pattern
This project is worked widthwise in rows.
Using your 5 mm (H) crochet hook, or size required for gauge:
R1: RS: Ch 43, sk the first 6 chs, 1 sc in the next ch. *Ch 3, sk the next 2 chs, 1 sc in the next ch**. Work from * to ** across. Turn. [14 sc, 13 ch3sp, 1 ch6sp]
R2: Ch 3, CL in the next ch3sp. *Ch 3, 1 sc in the next ch3sp, ch 3, 1 CL in the next ch3sp**. Work from * to ** across to the sk 6 chs from R1. 1 dc in the fourth sk ch. Turn. [6 sc, 1 dc, 7 CL, 13 ch3sp]
Repeat Rows
R3: Ch 4, 1 sc in the first ch3sp. *Ch 3, 1 sc in the next ch3sp**. Work from * to ** across to the last ch3sp. Ch 3, 1 sc in third ch of the initial ch 3. Turn. [13 sc, 12 ch3sp, 1 ch4sp]
R4: Ch 3, 1 sc in the first ch3sp. *Ch 3, CL in the next ch3sp, ch 3, 1 sc in the next ch3sp**. Work from * to ** across to the ch4sp. 1 dc in the third ch of the initial ch 4. Turn. [7 sc, 1 dc, 6 CL, 13 ch3sp]
R5: Ch 4, 1 sc in the first ch3sp. *Ch 3, 1 sc in the next ch3sp**. Work from * to ** across to the last ch3sp. Ch 3, 1 sc in third ch of the initial ch 3. Turn. [13 sc, 12 ch3sp, 1 ch4sp]
R6: Ch 3, CL in the next ch3sp. *Ch 3, 1 sc in the next ch3sp, ch 3, 1 CL in the next ch3sp**. Work from * to ** across to the sk 6 chs from R1. 1 dc in the fourth sk ch. Turn. [6 sc, 1 dc, 7 CL, 13 ch3sp]
Pattern Repeat
R7-R22 : Rep R3 to R6, or until your project measures 9 inches.
Finish off and weave in ends. Proceed to Border Instructions.
Border Instructions
Join with a sl st in any ch3sp. *Ch 3, 2 dc in the same ch3sp, sl st in the next ch3sp**. Work from * to ** around.
Proceed to Finishing Instructions.
Finishing Instructions
- Finish off.
- Weave in ends.
Row-by-Row Photos
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Need help?
Make this Project with Any Yarn and Hook
- Choose your favorite yarn and the hook indicated on the yarn label.
- Chain until your foundation chain measures the width you’d like for your project.
- Double check that the number of chains can be divided by 3 evenly, then add 1 extra chain.
- Follow the pattern as written until you have reached a height of approximately 9 inches (23 cm); or until you reach the height you’d like for your project.
- Add the easy border.
- Follow the finishing instructions.
How to Print or Save This Pattern
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Crocheters Often Ask
Yes. Acrylic works if you plan to use it as a cloth or small square for gifting.
It lies flat once a few rows are completed. Light blocking helps but is optional.
Yes. The stitch multiple lets you use it for scarves, table mats, or blanket strips.
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I hope you enjoy this holiday washcloth. It’s simple to crochet and easy to use in many ways. Try the stitch in other colours or in a larger size.
Happy crocheting!
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Hi KC 🙂 I’m pretty sure Joanita means we are working a dc3tog in the ch3sp as a cluster stitch. So we would Ch 3, *yarn over the hook, insert the hook into the ch3sp, yarn over and pull through 2 loops on your hook** Rep 2 more times into the same ch3sp and then yarn over and pull through all the loops on your hook to complete the dc3tog cluster stitch. Hope this helps! Rhondda
Hi, can you tell me how to start row 2? I am not sure how to leave the loop of each next 3DC on hook. xo