Washcloth Crochet Patterns

If you haven’t tried to follow a crochet washcloth pattern yet, you’re missing out. I love to crochet my own washcloths because it’s a fun, quick, and practical creative outlet. Think about it: every time you whip one up, you’re choosing to be a bit more eco-friendly while getting to practice your favourite craft! Plus, you get to pick your yarn colours, matching or contrasting them with your bathroom or kitchen décor. If you are looking for a thoughtful housewarming gift, then you can bundle a few together or add them to a spa-themed gift basket and you’ve got something personal and useful too!

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Crochet Washcloths Technique

The washcloth crochet patterns I’m sharing today with you use tapestry crochet to create cute square washcloths with zig-zags and polka dots. This technique involves alternating between two colours as you crochet while following a grid pattern to create a design. Because the unused colour is carried along the inside or “hidden” within the stitches of the work, the backside of the work looks just as great as the front (in other words, the fabric is reversible). Don’t worry if you haven’t tried tapestry crochet yet. I have shared a video tutorial to my YouTube channel that walks you through the process: How to Crochet with Two Colors – Reversible Tapestry Crochet.

Reversible Tapestry Crochet

Choosing Yarn for your Washcloths

Yarn made with natural, biodegradable fibres like cotton or bamboo when crocheting washcloths is best. This way, you’re making washcloths that are not just reusable and durable but also kinder to the planet. It’s like your little contribution to a greener world, all while doing something you love. The yarn that I recommend for this washcloth pattern is Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK because it is lightweight and has a HUGE range of colours to choose from.

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Free Crochet Washcloth Pattern

Materials:

You will need the following materials to crochet two washcloths:

• Size D/3 (3.25 mm) crochet hook.
• Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK (100% Cotton):
  • One Skein Champagne White
  • One skein Pale Lilac
• Yarn Needle.
• Scissors

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Measurements:

Each crochet washcloth measures 7.5” X 7.5”.

Notes – Read Before You Start this Crochet Washcloth Pattern:

The tapestry crochet technique is used for these washcloths.

Video Tutorial:  How to Crochet with Two Colors – Reversible Tapestry Crochet

When reading the washcloth crochet pattern grid, note that the odd numbered rows are the right side, and the even numbered rows are the wrong side.

• It’s a good idea to print the grid and highlight the rows as they are completed.
• Read right side rows right to left
• Read wrong side rows left to right
• All rows are worked with both strands of yarn to keep the gauge and tension consistent. Crochet tightly to avoid the second color being seen through the stitches.
• Hold secondary yarn colour to the back of your work when working on a right side row.
• Hold secondary yarn colour to the front of your work when working a wrong side row.
• Crochet over the second yarn (yarn not in use) when working each SC to avoid floats and make washcloths reversible.

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More Free Crochet Patterns from Leelee Knits!

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Pattern:

CH 41 (40 plus 1 for turning chain) with Main Colour.  Work all stitches in single crochet (plus one turning chain at the end of each row).  Follow colour charts below starting at bottom right for row 1.  Each cell represents one SC and each row represents one row of crochet.

Border and Finishing:

Work around the border of the washcloth evenly in single crochet.  Make sure that you crochet 3 SC in each corner of the border.   After completing one round, join to first sc with a slip stitch and then fasten off and weave in the ends!

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