Looking for a free dishcloth pattern to try? This crunch stitch dishcloth crochet pattern is a great project to try.
This free crochet dishcloth pattern uses the half double stitch and the slip stitch. The crochet stitch is easy to do. A tight weave is made with no holes.
You can use as a square crochet dishcloth as a cleaning cloth, dish towel, or wash cloth. Crochet dishcloth work great and are durable.
This crochet stitch makes a reversible diagonal textured pattern. It is a simple repeat. Great for watching TV and crocheting, though it takes longer than some stitches.
Crochet washcloths or dishcloths are great gifts too. You can choose a color to go with their décor or a neutral that would go with anyone’s style. They are practical too.
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How to Make a Free Cotton Crunch Stitch Dishcloth Crochet Pattern
Supplies
- Scissors
- tapestry needle
- F, 3.75 mm crochet hook
- 1 – 3 oz Lily Sugar n Cream in Coral Seas Ombre any other worsted weight cotton yarn approx
Free Crunch Stitch Dishcloth Pattern
Abbreviations – US Terms
- yo – yarn over
- sl – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
Crunch stitch video tutorial: right-handed or left-handed
You can make a larger or smaller crochet dishcloth or a blanket by using an odd number for the chain.
Free printable crochet pattern at the bottom of the pattern. Just click on link and print pdf out.
Approx. 10 in x 10 in (25 cm x 25 cm)
Chain 41
Row 1: In 3rd chain from the hook, sl in the chain, then hdc. Alternate sl, hdc. Repeat across to the end. End with a sl. Chain 2, turn.
Row 2: sl into the 2nd on top of the hdc from the row below. Alternate sl, hdc. Repeat across to the end. End with a sl. Chain 2, turn.
Repeat Row 2 until you have 42 or the dishcloth is square. Cut yarn weave in ends.
The Crunch Stitch Dishcloth Crochet Pattern
You’ll always be putting the slip stitch on top of the half double crochet from the row below and the half double crochet on top of the slip stitch from the row below.
Crunch Stitch Dishcloth Crochet Pattern
Try this easy crochet dishcloth pattern using the crunch stitch.
Materials
- Scissors
- tapestry needle
- F, 3.75 mm crochet hook
- 1 – 3 oz Lily Sugar n Cream in Coral Seas Ombre any other worsted weight cotton yarn approx
Instructions
Abbreviations – US Terms
yo – yarn over
sl – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
You can make a larger or smaller dishcloth or a blanket by using an odd number for the chain.
Free printable pattern at the bottom of the pattern. Just click on link and print pdf out.
Approx. 10 in x 10 in (25 cm x 25 cm)
Chain 41
Row 1: In 3rd chain from the hook, sl in the chain, then hdc. Alternate sl, hdc. Repeat across to the end. End with a sl. Chain 2, turn.
Row 2: sl into the 2nd on top of the hdc from the row below. Alternate sl, hdc. Repeat across to the end. End with a sl. Chain 2, turn.
Repeat Row 2 until you have 42 or the dishcloth is square. Cut yarn weave in ends.
You’ll always be putting the slip stitch on top of the half double crochet from the row below and the half double crochet on top of the slip stitch from the row below.
Crunch Stitch Dishcloth Pattern PDF
Click on photo of pattern to download free PDF.
Crunch Stitch Matching Potholder Pattern PDF
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Other Free Crochet Patterns
- Half Double Stitch Dishcloth
- Sunset Cotton Dishcloth
- Simple Double Thick Potholder
- Herringbone Dish Cloth Crochet Pattern
- Even Berry Dishcloth Pattern
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