Do you want to make a crochet gift that can be useful and offer your friends or family something special? If so, this easy free lemon peel stitch textured crochet dishcloth pattern is perfect!
This color looks good in 2 color combo, but the finished product is just as practical too – not to mention you don’t have to be an experienced crocheter in order to create a gorgeous piece.
This easy pattern helps guide even beginners on how to create something beautiful and usable, plus this project will help get better with all your other future projects, making both passion and skills grow!

The houndstooth crochet stitch is a unique pattern that can be used to create intricate and eye-catching designs.
It is a versatile stitch that can be used for simple items like scarves and throws. Or more complex pieces like garments, blankets, and other accessories.
Lily Sugar N' Cream Cotton Yarn
Cotton yarn has great durability and will not wear out easily. It is a good choice for kitchen items.
Lily Sugar 'n Cream cotton yarn is the perfect choice for all your crochet and knitting projects. This natural 100% U.S. grown cotton yarn is soft and absorbent, making it ideal for dishcloths, tea towels, and more!
It also offers an amazing range of colors, so you can find the perfect shades to match any project or color scheme you have in mind.
With its ability to hold its shape after washing, this versatile cotton yarn is perfect for crafting items that will last. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter, Lily Sugar 'n Cream cotton yarn is sure to bring out your creativity!
I decided to go with the with the Coral and Coral Seas Ombre. I like the contrast of the two colors.
The yarn is made of 100% cotton. This cotton is easy to work with, though it does split sometimes.
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Free Dishcloth Crochet Patterns to Try
- Easy Striped Washcloth Pattern
- Shell Washcloth Pattern
- free half double dishcloth,
- 123 sedge stitch dishcloth Pattern,
- even berry dishcloth
- Feather Stitch Dishcloth Pattern
- Springtide Dishcloth Pattern
- Crunch Stitch Dishcloth Pattern

Lemond Stitch Free Textured Dishcloth Crochet Pattern
Supplies
- scissors
- tapestry needle
- 4 mm crochet hook
- 3 oz - Lily Sugar N' Cream Cotton Yarn or any cotton 4 gauge medium weight yarn in Coral Seas Ombre or Coral
Free Easy Lemon Peel Stitch Crochet Pattern
Abbreviations – US Term
- yo – yarn over
- ch – chain
- dc - double crochet
- sc – single crochet
- st/sts - stitch/stitches
You can make a larger or smaller cotton crochet dish cloth or a blanket by using a multiple of 2 + 1 for the chain.
The stitch pattern is single crochet then double crochet. This is a one row repeat. The single crochet is always on top of the double crochet. The double crochet is always on top of the single.
Approx. size: 9 in x 9 in (23 cm)

Ch 31 in Coral Seas Ombre
Row 1: Single crochet in the 2nd chain from your hook, *double crochet in the next chain, single crochet in the next chain; Repeat from * across ending with a double crochet in the final chain. Chain 1, turn.
Row 2: double crochet in the 2nd stain, single crochet in the next stitch. *double crochet in the next stitch, single crochet in the next stitch; Repeat from * across ending with a double crochet in the final single crochet. Chain 1, turn.
Repeat Row 2 until you have 26 rows or the length you want.
Knot yarn and cut off. Weave in ends using a tapestry needle.


Lemon Peel Stitch Free Textured Dishcloth Crochet Pattern
Lemon Peel Textured Crochet Dishcloth Pattern
Make an easy cotton dishcloth. This is a great beginner pattern.
Materials
- Scissors
- tapestry needle
- 4 mm crochet hook
- 3 oz - Lily Sugar N' Cream Cotton Yarn or any cotton 4 gauge medium weight yarn in Coral Seas Ombre or Coral
Instructions
- Ch 31 in Coral Seas Ombre
- Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from your hook, *dc in the next ch, sc in the next ch; Repeat from * across ending with a dc in the final ch. Ch 1, turn.
- Row 2: dc in the 2nd st, sc in the next st. *dc in the next st, sc in the next st; Repeat from * across ending with a dc in the final sc. Ch 1, turn.
- Repeat Row 2 until you have 26 rows or the length you want.
- Knot yarn and cut off. Weave in ends using a tapestry needle.
Notes
Abbreviations – US Term
- yo – yarn over
- ch – chain
- dc - double crochet
- sc – single crochet
- st/sts - stitch/stitches
You can make a larger or smaller crochet dish cloth or a blanket by using a multiple of 2 + 1 for the chain.
The stitch pattern is single crochet then double crochet. This is a one row repeat. The single crochet is always on top of the double crochet. The double crochet is always on top of the single.
Approx. size: 9 in x 9 in (23 cm)
Notes for Pattern:
You need an odd number for the chain. This easy pattern is one single crochet followed by one double crochet in the next stitch.
The single crochet is always on top of the double crochet and the double crochet is always on top of the single crochet, from the row before. You repeat 1 row for the entire pattern.




Lemon Peel Stich Crochet Pattern: Seed or Griddle Stitch
Step 1: Start by creating a foundation chain using an odd number. For example, you can start with a chain of 15 stitches.
Step 2: Once you have your foundation chain, single crochet in the 2nd stitch from the hook.
Step 3: Double crochet in the next stitch. Followed by a single crochet in the next. You will then repeat double crochet in 1 stitch. Followed by a single crochet in the next until you reach the end of the row. The last stitch will be a double crochet.
Step 4: Chain 1 and turn your work.
Step 5: Double crochet in the 2nd st. Single crochet in the next. Repeat double crochet in 1 stitch and single crochet in the next. Final stitch is a double crochet.
Step 6: Chain 1 and turn your work.
Step 7: Keep repeating Steps 5-6 until you have the length you want.
Free crochet patterns using this stitch: Lemon Peel Dishcloth and Icelandic Blanket.
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I have been crocheting since I was 8 years old. I have 40 plus years of experience. My blogging journey started in 2013 and I have been writing about crafts and crocheting since then. I started blogging full time in 2019.

