Showing posts with label Washcloths. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Washcloths. Show all posts

Monday 3 February 2020

Sweetheart Washcloth Free Crochet Pattern - Pretty heart motif washcloth, perfect for Valentine's Day

Looking for something quick and easy to make for Valentine's Day?  Or maybe a little something to treat yourself to?  This pretty heart motif washcloth will make bath time more fun and is super quick to make.  I just love making washcloths and dishcloths for that instant gratification you get when finishing small projects and they really pretty the place up.




Sweetheart Washcloth


Materials

Cotton Aran / worsted yarn in pink and white
Darning needle
4.5mm hook

Size

Approx. 7.5 x 8 inches (20 x 21 cm)

Ability

Intermediate

Abbreviations US Terms (UK conversion)

sc - single crochet (double crochet)
hdc – half double crochet (half treble crochet)
dc – double crochet (treble crochet)
htc – half treble crochet (half double treble crochet)
dc3tog – double crochet 3 together (treble crochet 3 together)
ch – chain
sp - space
st(s) - stitch(es)
sk – skip
hrt cl – heart cluster


Other notes:  Join in new colours with a sl st.  When working htc sts, make sure to place sts behind ch2 of hrt cl row.  I recommend using this method of joining colours for this project.

Special stitches:   
Heart cluster - [dc3tog, ch1, dc3tog] in same st.
Half treble crochet - this is a standard st, but is however, not widely used.  Yo twice, place hook in st, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops, yo, pull through remaining loops.


With white ch 28

Row 1 Hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in every ch, (27hdc).

Row 2 Ch1 turn, hdc in each st across, fasten off.

Row 3 With pink, join with sl st and ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), sk next 2 sts, hrt cl in next st, [ch2, sk next 3 sts, hrt cl in next st,] 5 times, ch1, dc in last st, (2dc, 6hrt cl, 5 ch2 sp, 2 ch1 sp), fasten off.


Row 4 With white, join with sl st, ch1, hdc in same st, htc in 1st sk st from row below, [3hdc in ch1 sp (in centre of hrt cl), htc in centre sk st from row below] 5 times, hdc in last st.

Rows 5 & 6 repeat row 2.

Rows 7-14 repeat rows 3-6 twice.

Rows 15 & 16 repeat rows 3 & 4.

Row 17 repeat row 2, do not fasten off.

Sc evenly around cloth, placing [sc, ch2, sc] in each corner, join, fasten off and weave in ends.



I am currently designing coordinating face scrubbies, a shower puff and soap sock to complete the Sweetheart Spa Set, so make sure you are subscribed so you don't miss it.  If you would like to help support my work, you can purchase an ad free pdf version of this pattern in my online stores...










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Happy hooking!
Catherine
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Wednesday 29 January 2020

She Sells Sea Shells Washcloth - Free crochet pattern, part of the 2020 Charity Stash Bash CAL...

Hello everyone, it's time for the first pattern in our Charity Stash Bash CAL.  We are starting off with a simple, quick and easy wash cloth.  Toiletries are among the items listed, for you to add to your shoe boxes and a handmade cloth accompanied with a nice bar of soap will be a great addition.  You can pack your boxes yourself or take items you wish to donate to your local church (if they are participating).  This cloth has a seaside theme and will eventually be part of a spa set including face scrubbies, shower puff and soap sock.





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If you would like to take part and prefer knit over crochet, I have linked some other pattern choices along with more crochet cloths for you to make.  Just click the Stash Bash link above for more patterns and information.  If you would like to make more washcloths to donate, why not join the Ravelry weekly dishcloth CAL group, I have linked it above.  They make both knitted and crochet cloths each week.


She Sells Sea Shells Washcloth


Materials

Cotton Aran / worsted yarn in 3 colours
Darning needle
4.5mm hook

Size

Approx. 8.5 x 8 inches (22 x 21 cm)

Ability

Advanced beginner

Abbreviations US Terms (UK conversion)

sc - single crochet (double crochet)
dc – double crochet (treble crochet)
ch - chain
st(s) - stitch(es)
sk - skip



Other notes:  Washcloth is worked flat.  Work first 9 rows, fasten off and then continue with right side facing from foundation row and work in the opposite direction.



With blue, ch 32.



Row 1 (Right side), dc in 2nd ch from hook, [sk 2 ch, 5dc in next ch, sk 2 ch, sc in next ch] 5 times.  Turn.



Row 2 Ch1, 3dc in 1st st, [sk next 2 sts, sc in next st (centre dc of 5dc), sk next 2 sts, 5dc in sc,] 4 times, sk next 2 sts, 3dc in last st, turn.


Row 3 Ch1, sc in 1st st, [ sk2 sts, 5dc in sc, sk2 sts, sc in next st] 4 times, sk2 sts, 5dc in next st, sk2 sts, sc in last st.


Row 4-9 Repeat rows 2 & 3, changing colour to sea green on round 6 and to white on round 9.  Fasten off.







With blue join yarn with right side facing join with sl st to foundation ch.  Work rows 1-9 again in the other direction.  Fasten off and weave in ends.

Optional:  A hanging loop may be added by chaining 14 before fastening off and sl st to last st.


I am currently working on patterns for coordinating face scrubbies, shower puff and a soap sock.  Make sure you are subscribed so you don't miss them.



Why not make your cloths look more professional with little gift labels.  I have a selection of digital labels in my Etsy Store, that you can print off at home.



Including some lovely ones for Christmas.  Simply print them off at home, cut them out and your crochet gifts look extra special.




If you enjoy my patterns and would like to help support my work, you can purchase the ad free pdf pattern, from my online stores...  









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I hope you enjoyed this washcloth pattern and I would love it if you joined in with the crochet along.  You can share your photos in the Facebook Group or use #lullabylodge on Instagram.


Happy stash bashing!
Catherine
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Saturday 26 October 2019

Magazine Feature! My Splashtime Knitted Washcloths have been featured in Let's Knit Magazine. How Exciting!!!

This morning whilst drinking my morning tea, I heard a big plop as the postman pushed something through my letterbox.  Little T rushed to fetch it for me, it was this month's copy of Let's Knit Magazine.  I excitedly leafed through the pages to find the one I was looking for.  One of my patterns has been featured in a quick knits for Christmas article.  This is the first time any of my patterns or work has been mentioned in a magazine and as I'm sure you will understand this was super exciting for me.


The article is called "Keep Calm This Christmas" and is full of quick knits and ideas for the festive season.  One section of the article includes some eco friendly gift ideas, and my Splashtime Knitted Washcloth pattern was featured.




The magazine is also jam packed with lots of wonderful knitting patterns and also comes with a free knit kit and bonus magazine with quick and easy Christmas Mini Knits.


Now which one shall I make first?

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Have a great day!
Catherine
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Sunday 28 July 2019

Tranquil Washcloth - CAL Central washcloth crochet along...

Hello friends!  It's the first week of the summer holidays here in the UK, so things at Lullaby Lodge are slowing down a little.  Little T and I are very busy out and about, enjoying the summer.  I will get back to all my regular posts in September, but don't worry I will still be squeezing in the odd post here and there.


We are now up to week six of the CAL Central Washcloth crochet along and this week's pattern is by Rhondda Mol from Oombawka Design.  Here is my interpretation of the Tranquil Washcloth.


The pattern is well written and easy to follow.  It uses front post stitches to create a lovely textural cloth.  I bet this would be great for gently exfoliating your skin, or make a fantastic dishcloth.  I used Scheepjes Cahlista yarn with a 4.5mm hook.  I found that my single crochet stitches were a bit too tight to easily work the Waistcoat stitch border, so I did my last two rounds in Linen stitch instead.


As always I added one of these labels.


You can find them along with some other designs in my Etsy Store...

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Take care
Catherine
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Free pattern Tranquil Washcloth




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Sunday 21 July 2019

Wattle Stitch Washcloth - CAL Central washcloth crochet along...

Hi everyone, I hope you are all enjoying the summer.  The school holidays have just started here and it's time to share week 5 of the CAL Central washcloth crochet along washcloths.  This week's pattern is called Wattle Stitch Washcloth and is designed by Erica Dietz from 5 Little Monsters blog.


This was another really quick and easy pattern, featuring the Wattle stitch which creates a lovey texture to the cloth.  Here is my version of Erica's Wattle Stitch Washcloth.


I used Scheepjes Cahlista cotton Aran yarn with a 5mm hook to make my washcloth, but the pattern actually calls for DK yarn with a 4mm hook.  I prefer to make mine using thicker yarn and I have many more colours to choose from in this yarn weight...


As usual I added one of my labels to give it a more professional look.  These are great if you are planning on gifting your cloths.  You can find these labels in my Etsy store...


Why not join in the fun, it's not too late to start.  CAL Central has a very active Facebook group where you can go and chat and share your photos and see what everyone else is making...

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See you soon
Catherine
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Saturday 13 July 2019

Color Block Washcloth - CAL Central crochet along group...

Hello friends, it's week four of the CAL Central Washcloth crochet along and this week we have another colour block pattern.  This week's washcloth is designed by Carolyn from The Purple Poncho and features a two colour, colour block design with a pretty cluster stitch.




I really enjoyed this week's design.  It was so quick and easy to make, I just had to make two.  The pattern is very easy to follow and produces these visually stunning colour block cloths.  You can find the free pattern here...


I used Scheepjes Cahlista cotton Aran yarn with a 5mm hook.  I chained 30 and worked one row less on each end to keep the cloth the correct size, of seven inches square.  


I always like to add a pretty label to my cloths so they are ready to gift.


You can purchase a printable pdf for these labels in my Etsy Store, along with a selection of other labels.


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See you all again very soon.
Catherine
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