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The granny stitch is a timeless favorite among crocheters. This easy-to-follow Granny Stitch Washcloth pattern is perfect for beginners. This post includes step-by-step written instructions, along with a photo and video tutorial to help you master this simple stitch and create a beautiful, functional washcloth.
The crochet granny stitch is a much loved crochet stitch. You’ll find it used in many different garments, home decor projects and traditional projects like blankets. If you’d like to make something using this stitch here are a few free crochet pattern options:
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Free Crochet Pattern: Granny Stitch Washcloth with Video
The Yarn
For this month’s Washcloth of the Month Club project I used 1 ball of Big Value Recycled Dishcloth Cotton and a 4 mm (G) crochet hook. This yarn was sent to me King Cole Yarn. This yarn is a blend of 85% Cotton and 15% Polyester. Each 100 g ball contains approximately 175 yards (160 meters).
I love using Big Value Recycled Dishcloth Cotton for my washcloths because it is affordable and available in a number of bright colors. There are currently 8 colors available and you can see them all here. For today’s washcloth I used Cream (Shade: 5060). I’ve found that this yarn is perfect for crochet dishcloths and washcloths.
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The washcloth pattern below is written to make a 8 X 8 inch project, but you can make your project to any size you wish with the stitch multiple I have included in the pattern.
The photo tutorial for the Granny Stitch Washcloth is included at the end of the post.
Easy Granny Stitch Washcloth – Free Pattern
Supplies
Yarn: King Cole Big Value Recycled Dishcloth Cotton (check your local yarn shop here). 3.52 oz (100 g) and 175 yds (160 m). 85% Cotton, 15% Polyester. Worsted Weight Yarn [4]. Machine wash at 30°C. Dry flat. Warm iron.
Color: 1 skein Cream (Shade: 5060)
Crochet Hook: 4 mm (G)
Finished Project: Washcloth: 1.37 oz (39 g) and 68 yds (62 m)
Scissors, Tapestry Needle (yarn needle)
Difficulty Level
Beginner
Finished Sizes
Washcloth width approximately 8 inches X 8 inches length with edging.
Gauge
Approximately 15 dc per 4 inches and 8 rows per 4 inches, worked in pattern.
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.
Using your 4 mm (G) crochet hook (or size required for gauge):
R1: Ch 31, sk the first 3 chs (counts as 1 dc), 2 dc in the next ch, sk the next 2 chs. *3 dc in the next ch, sk the next 2 chs**. Work from * to ** across to the last ch. 1 dc in the last ch. Turn. [28 dc]
R2-R17: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 2 dc in the sp bef the next dc. *Sk the next 3 dc, 3 dc in the sp bef the next dc**. Work from * to ** across to the last 3 dc. Sk the next 2 dc, 1 dc in the last dc. Turn. [28 dc]
Do not finish off.
Proceed to the edging instructions.
Edging Instructions:
Ch 1, rotate your washcloth to crochet across the side edge. Sc evenly across the side edge of the project to the corner. At the corner, make 3 sc and rotate your washcloth to continue across the foundation row.
Make 1 sc for each ch across the foundation. In the next corner make 3 sc and rotate your washcloth to continue across the side edge. Sc evenly across the side edge of the project to the corner. At the corner, make 3 sc and rotate your washcloth to continue across the last row (row 17).
Make 1 sc for each dc across and 3 sc in the corner.
How to Crochet the Granny Stitch with any yarn and hook
You can make your project to any size you wish with the stitch multiple. Simply chain any number of chains to the width you want for your project, then make sure you can divide the total number of chains evenly by 3. (For example chain 30 chains – this can be divided evenly by 3. 30 divided by 3 is 10). Then chain 1 extra chain (total chains is now 31) and follow the instructions below.
Row 1: Ch any number of chains that can be divided by 3 evenly, plus 1 ch. Sk the first 3 chs (counts as 1 dc), 2 dc in the next ch, sk the next 2 chs. *3 dc in the next ch, sk the next 2 chs**. Work from * to ** across until you reach the last ch. 1 dc in the last ch. Turn.
Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 2 dc in the space before the next dc. *Sk the next 3 dc, 3 dc in the space before the next dc**. Work from * to ** across to the last 3 dc. Sk the next 2 dc, 1 dc in the last dc. Turn.
Repeat Row 2 until you reach the size you’d like.
TIP: Finish with an ODD numbered row to finish on the Right Side (RS) of the project.
If you’d like to add the edging, make 3 sc in each corner and evenly work sc stitches along the four sides of the square.
Weave in ends.
I hope you enjoy making this granny stitch washcloth! It’s a fun and easy project that’s perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a quick crochet gift. Don’t forget to share your finished projects and let me know how your washcloth turned out!
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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.
About the Author
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.