You know I never saw why there was so much interest in making dishcloths until I made these. I must say I am now thoroughly addicted, I just can't stop making them. I just love the simplicity of such a simple project and they are so fast to make. Being able to finish something in only 30 mins really feeds my need for instant gratification and these cloths are just so versatile. You can use them to gently exfoliate your skin, bath time for the kids or simply to do the dishes.
Now who out there doesn't need some gorgeous, colourful, crochet goodness to brighten up their life? So I thought I must write up the pattern, so you too may share in the scrummy, yummy. squishy, crochet loveliness...
Splashtime Crochet Washcloths
Materials
2 balls Drops Safran or any other cotton 4ply (makes 3 washcloths)
Darning needle
Hook
5mm (H) hook
Size
20 x 20 cm (8 inches)
Abbreviations / Terms
US Terms used throughout (UK Terms)
hdc - half double crochet (htc - half treble crochet)
ch - chain
st(s) - stitch(s)
Notes: Yarn is held double throughout to create the marbled effect. If you would like a single colour you may use 1 strand aran (worstead) yarn instead...
Pattern
With 2 strands and 5mm (H) hook ch 25
Foundation row hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in every ch. Turn, 24 hdc.
Row 1 ch 1 (does not count as st) hdc in 1st st and in every st. Turn
Row 2 repeat row 1 until piece measures 20 cm (8 inches).
Fasten off and weave in ends.
I hope you enjoyed this free pattern. Don't you think they would make a lovely Mother's Day gift? I have had a number of requests for a knitted version so watch this space...
This pattern is available in printable PDF format in my Pattern Store, and includes a free copy of the belly bands. A personalised version of the gift labels is also available in my Etsy Shop.
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Catherine
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