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Beginner Crochet Washcloth Pattern

September 14, 2016      13 Comments

Last Updated on January 29, 2022 by Cyprianne Nolan

This crochet washcloth pattern is a perfect place to start for those who want to learn and practice some beginner crochet basics.  After completing this beginner crochet pattern you will be an expert at making the  single crochet (SC) stitch and as a result will be able to make many more fun and easy crochet projects like cup cozies, headbands and pot holders to name a few.

 

free crochet washcloth pattern in pink cream and purple

 

In this tutorial I have chosen to use acrylic yarn.  Now, if you check out my YouTube comments you will find many are against using acrylic for a washcloth – you can read and decide for yourselves.  However, I believe most of you are beginner crocheters.  Therefore, I have chosen acrylic yarn because it glides beautifully along your crochet hook and doesn’t tend to fray or strand as many 100% cottons which makes it difficult to work with.

 

Keep this in mind – this is a  crochet ‘washcloth’ not crochet ‘dishcloth’. You are welcome to choose any yarn you like but for me I LOVE acrylic for my face scrubs and washcloths. They stay soft, keep their shape, don’t fade and really don’t stain.

 

free crochet washcloth for beginner soft washcloth in pink purple and cream

 

HOWEVER, this being said I DO NOT recommend acrylic in the kitchen. As pointed out by a lovely lady on my youtube channel some acrylics are made from fibres which will melt when exposed to heat. So unless it is for dishes only – skip the acrylic in the kitchen.

Single Crochet Washcloth

This easy crochet washcloth pattern is made from entirely single crochet!  So if you can single crochet and chain you can do this even as a beginner.  My best advise it to use a stitch marker at the beginning and end of each row – this will keep your edges straight and take the guesswork out of finding the stitches that can be challenging for beginner crocheters.

Single Crochet

Easy crochet washcloth video tutorial

 

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Beginner Crochet Washcloth Pattern

SKILL LEVEL: Beginner

MATERIALS: (affiliate links below)

  • Worsted weight yarn – cotton, acrylic
  • 6.5 mm crochet hook
  • Scissors
  • Tapestry needle (used to weave in ends)
  • Measuring Tape or Ruler

ABBREVIATIONS: 

  • Ch – Chain
  • Sc – Single Crochet

SINGLE CROCHET WASHCLOTH INSTRUCTIONS:

Ch 25

Row 1: Sc in 2nd chain from hook and each chain stitch across (24) Ch 1, turn.

Row 2: Sc in 1st and each sc across (24) Ch 1, turn.

 

free crochet washcloth pattern soft cream pink purple

 

Repeat row 2 until piece measures 8″ or 33 rows.  Note: Depending on your gauge (how tight your work your stitches) your piece may not measure the same as mine.  In this case simply measure your piece until the length equals the width. 

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Did you use COTTON or ACRYLIC?  Be sure to let me know what you chose, I would love too to see a comment and picture on Pinterest. Now my friends, lets get hook’in!

Thanks for trying out my Beginner Crochet Washcloth Pattern! xo

If you love crocheting for the home – be sure to check out this video! HOW TO CROCHET A CUP COZY

 

The crochet patterns below include STITCH BY STITCH video tutorials especially for absolute beginners – learn the stitches as you go!

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FREE CROCHET RIBBED HAT PATTERN
4 washcloths are shown stacked. one striped white, pink and hot pink

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  7. Lori FitzgeraldLeger says

    February 21, 2020 at

    Sweet pattern! I wish it had a boarder.
    I’m more practiced than a beginner and I’m trying a new to me cotton yarn ! It’s called SUGAR N CREAM
    SCRUB OFF .
    IM MAKING IT FOR MYSELF
    TO USE IN THE BATH TO HELP EXFOLIATE MY VERY DRY SKIN.
    I HAVE SOME HEALTH ISSUES AND I’M TAKING MEDICATION THAT DRIEES ME OUT . IM ALSO POST MENAPAUSE AND I HAVE LOW THYROID DISEASE WICH BOTH MAKE MANAGING MY SKIN IN THE WINTER 50 TIMEs HARDER!
    Thanks for the lesson I really appreciate learning new patterns with crochet!!

    Reply
    • prettydarnadorable says

      February 21, 2020 at

      I just used Sugar N Cream for the 1st time a few weeks back – it is very nice yarn. I haven’t tried the scrub off before – sounds like something I could use too. Yup my skin is changing drastically starting menopause. Man like hot flashes aren’t enough? LOL
      Thank you for the feed back on the border. You could add one just work in each stitch then when you get to the corners work three and continue onto the next side.
      If you give it a try I would love to hear how you make out.
      Keep well. xo

      Reply
  8. ileen says

    August 20, 2017 at

    did you man just plain yarn not cotton yarn

    Reply
    • prettydarnadorable says

      August 20, 2017 at

      You can use either. I find cotton a little tricky if you are a beginner because it tends to unravel. But any yarn would be fine 🙂

      Reply
  9. Lisa Savage says

    September 19, 2016 at

    Hi Cyprianne! I love your patterns. I remember you more from Speckled Frog Crochet so its cool to see your growth as a designer! I have a yarn shop online, so I hope there may be a collaboration one day. Would it be cool to make some of your patterns, link to you and post results on my website?

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    • prettydarnadorable says

      September 19, 2016 at

      Yes of course that sounds great I’d be happy to put a link back to your shop with yarn as well could you send me your website would love to check it out!

      Reply
      • Lisa Savage says

        September 19, 2016 at

        Cool! My yarn shop is http://knitsandnotions.com . I can’t wait to start crocheting… more!

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Hi everyone, I'm Cyprianne creator and designer behind Pretty Darn Adorable (previously name Speckled Frog Crochet). I have created this space as a place where I can give back. You all have been such a great support of my business since 2009 I want to have a place where I can share fun crafts, free crochet projects and helpful video tutorials. I hope you enjoy your time here and I would love to hear from you if you have any ideas or questions for me.

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