Beginner Cotton Crochet Washcloth Tutorial - Easy

[@Amyms27]

I miss her and her “new”videos so much. I have learnt a lot for Melanie over the years! Thank you to her family for keeping all her videos on here for everyone to keep learning from her. She was just such a calm, sweet soul to watch on here and made things so easy to understand!

[@skeeterstanley1272]

What happened to her im so sorry.

[@ruthhaney2946]

😢❤

[@karenbell4206]

@@skeeterstanley1272 Melanie pass away

[@rachelgardner8709]

Thank you to Melanie's family for keeping her videos up. Such a gift.

[@bbcatscreations]

Thank you for leaving Melanie's tutorials up. In fact, I am glad her channel is still here. I had just started watching her when she learned she was ill. What a beautiful woman we lost. I miss her beautiful smile and beautiful eyes.

[@amberparra9863]

I just found you and your tutorials, been learning from you all December and I didn’t know you had passed. I’m so glad that your videos are here for us to learn from. Your legacy. Thank you so much.

[@slimgrear902]

I too have just learnt of her passing. Thank you Melanie for hours of great instructing and love. May you be Resting In Peace. What a loss💔

[@janeleslie4192]

I always find myself coming back to Melanie videos when searching for patterns. You will continue to be the best out there. Rest in peace lovely lady. 💜

[@SewnandBlown]

Thank you so much for this video!! Easy to follow + make, customizable, and beautiful!! Can't beat that!❤

[@juliabishopbeautie8136]

Your teaching lives on. I am learning to make my very first washcloth with you. What you've left behind is making my life a bit more rewarding, a bit better. Thank you.

[@Nopety-Nope]

It's amazing that anyone asked about how many stitches to make. She said "9 inches" for her project. Just make a chain until it reaches 9 inches, if you want yours to be the same size. Just count each stitch as you go until you reach the desired length. As for the hook size, that 100% depends on the yarn you buy. Not all information can go into one video without it being painfully long. Do your due diligence and try a little research on those basics. Maybe check to see if she has videos about those things. It's totally on you to answer ALL your own questions. I'm a beginner, too, but I already looked up those basic questions myself. I'm grateful her videos are still going because she seems pretty knowledgeable. I'm sorry to see she had passed away.❤

[@PattyPechiney]

Thank you for leaving her videos up. Melanie was such a joy and taught me so much in my crochet journey. I am grateful for her and to her. She is greatly missed❤

[@YvonneWilson312]

You are so missed Melanie❤

[@alondita08]

Melanie you were a special woman and you will be missed by many, RIP🥀❤️ my deepest condolences to your family. Thank you Melanie for all your tutorials. You were such an inspiration to start new projects.

[@Veronlea]

This is sad news.

[@rsvpbygrace530]

Oh no :(

[@ibmoondance23]

What?! When did she pass away?

[@whitney24100]

@@ibmoondance23 January

[@gailwarrenburg5696]

Oh my goodness. I didn't know she passed.

[@luvmycrafts_Mary]

I love it when I search for anything crochet or sewing and Melanie pops up- She was one of the best for sure ❤

[@suNRze]

My daughter just asked for some washcloths. Miss you but glad your videos are still here!!!

[@judydudich3223]

Thank you so much! Just spent less than 2 hours watching and working alongside you amd have my first lovely washcloth! Can't wait to make more! Thanks for sharing your gift and teaching! 🥰

[@Krista-mp4ir]

I'm so so sad to hear that this precious soul has passed! My love and condolences to her family, and bless you for allowing her to continue to teach people this art!

[@TextileIndie]

I absolutely love the texture of this washcloth project. Your tutorial makes it so easy to follow. I was so inspired that I included your project in a roundup post on my website about beginner crochet projects. Thanks for sharing your skills with the community! Keep up the fantastic work. 😊

[@nadiasatar5969]

She passed

[@susanvaughn8234]

I just watched her documentary and I am in tears. Sad yet I am very inspired to make these for my mom for Mother’s Day! Rest in Heaven Melanie ❤

[@TheMrsbullard]

Omg what’s the documentary?!

[@AJ-ek4pr]

​@@TheMrsbullard looks like it's called "Made With Melanie"

[@livingtheleaf360]

I just discovered this channel today when searching for a new pattern to crochet a washcloth. so saddened by your family's loss. you are a gem I wish I would have discovered sooner

[@nicolehowell6221]

I literally never comment but my goodness there are some RUDE people in this world! She doesnt need to tell you the size hook it varies on the yarn you choose! Clearly she said the number of chains doesnt matter it just depends on how big you want it!! Yall get free videos teaching you a very calming craft and up complain! Holy cow people think just a little for yourselves or you'll never learn anything! She cant learn it for you!! (Rant over)

[@sgh416]

Nicole Howell I might have agreed with you if this wasn’t being referred to as a beginner’s tutorial. When people are starting out, they want and need more detailed instructions. Once they become more proficient, they can ‘think just a little’ for themselves. I didn’t see any rude or complaining questions nor did anyone ask her to ‘learn it’ for them. Give these people a break and some leeway when they are starting out.

[@Penny-bt4gc]

There is a video Melanie did explaining about different yarns and to read the labels. The label will state the size of crochet hook to use.

[@carmomeire5461]

Nicole unfurtunatly people give what.they have inside hearts🙄

[@janawalczuk833]

Uh oh…that was going to be my question…..I just looked on internet for the best hook size for this 🧶 and didn’t ask. I’m glad I saw your comment before posting❤️

[@liveyourlife510]

​​@@janawalczuk833 same 😅

[@dianawnzl]

Thank you, my first unguided dishcloth kept getting thinner and thinner, your stitch and advice helped me maintain the width without having to count!! Thank you so much!

[@susanvaughn8234]

This is probably the best tutorial video that I have seen on here has everything else is complicated stitching and this is an easy stitch, I am not intimidated and have to do a hold of a bunch of different steps… I can’t wait to make this some of these for my mother for Mother’s Day

[@yolandatorres9080]

I've learned how to Crochet with your videos. Beautiful ❤️❤️❤️ . The world misses you. I've been crying so much 🙏🙏🙏 .

[@smc130]

Oh Melanie, what a great teacher! You were so talented and I am so grateful I found your channel. Thank you Robert. I do other needlework but never could get the hang of crocheting! Now I do. Can’t thank you enough ❤

[@johnsbanks]

Wait did she pass away?

[@kayguzman4318]

@@johnsbanksyes

[@Krista-mp4ir]

What from?

[@jennilynpittman6520]

Thank you for this! I have been crocheting off and on for a long time, but always had problems with keeping the edges straight. You explained this so well that it made it easy for me. My edges look so nice and even on this dishcloth! WooYoo!

[@michellehindson6972]

Love we can still see beautiful Melanie, and still crochet with her. Thank you xx

[@sheripride428]

Wanted to make some dish cloths for my sons apt in college. Love coming back to your videos. You are so missed Melanie❤

[@cindiejensen3555]

Melanie I love your tutorials. You are a very good teacher! Keep bring us more wonderful projects!

[@tammyfenwick3558]

The purple Clover Armour Hook that Melanie is using is the G/4.0mm

[@rachelleitz3867]

I have a Boye hook labeled as a "G 4.25mm" ... How does this differ from "G 4.0mm" as you/others state?

[@junkjournalmavenwannabe]

Thanks so much for this tutorial! This is the prettiest washcloth I’ve seen-just in time for gift-giving!!

[@brendal.herrling5321]

I am giving as a gift too!

[@60x2andgood]

Dear Family. At this time I know your heart still aches daily for Melanie. I want you to know that even those of her that watched her videos are still thinking of you often. My your faith no matter what it is keep you coping well and sticking together as a family to endure all! Revelation 21:3,4 always makes my heart a bit lighter at times like these. I will continue to pray for all of you as long as my old brain can remember. Thank you for leaving these up for us to continue to benefit from the Ham Family legacy!

[@erniexcore]

thank you for keeping her videos up 🩵

[@savannahrae9238]

Mine came out in a circle 😂 don’t know what I did wrong haha, I’m relearning how to crochet after about 10 ish years though, so I’m basically a beginner again! This is a lovely tutorial, I gotta keep practicing lol. I’m just gonna use it as a reusable cotton pad, thank you for posting this! ✨

[@southerngirlhandmadeknit]

Lol that's ok. Round dishcloths are great too!

[@southerngirlhandmadeknit]

Here's a slightly easier way to make what she made. Chain an odd number of chains. On next row put a single crochet in the 2nd chain then double in the next (keep alternating to the end) and the last stich will be a double. Chain 1 and turn then do the exact same. First stich will always be a single and the last one is always a double. It makes perfect dishcloth texture. It will look just like the one Melanie made here.

[@Beth.Colvin]

Carolina Girl Crochet'n & Knit'n Thank you so much for posting this tip. It simplified the pattern. I've made two so far, working on my third.

[@paulaboyd2377]

The stitch is Lemon Peel stitch. Hook size is probably an H.8 5mm, check for hook size on yarn wrapper.

[@christinamarkley7274]

I’ve always known this stitch as the “lemon peel” stitch ! Love your videos !

[@gaylemiller7090]

My mom always made these for me but she passed, 10/31/2013. I looked for a beginner video and found this one. I learned she also passed. I'm saving this idea so I can get the supplies to make these washclothes.

[@bbcatscreations]

It is a very easy pattern for a beginner, and it keeps the edges neat. Do not worry if you have to do it a few times. Cotton yarn can very much and can be sticky at times. A metal hook is always better.

[@levernelogan4914]

I love this i have been trying to do it but was shown a different way this is much better . Thank you much

[@peggygibson28]

Haha this was too complex for me. I'm going to make a couple with single stitches and work my way up lol. 🤣 You make great tutorials! You are very good at explaining all the details!!

[@JustWriter]

Hi, I think the stitch might be called Lemon Peel. Thanks for such a wonderful pattern! I've made several.

[@caseykeene444]

I’m starting to learn crochet today! So excited.

[@MelanieHam]

Awesome!

[@caseykeene444]

It’s hard. I keep redoing row one and two. Over and over.

[@jackieolson2888]

Really like this. The simple pattern is real nice. Thank you. I’m making these for a baby wash cloths!

[@dorismoreno9552]

Thank you so much. I was able to complete 1 wash cloth while watching you. God bless❤

[@lonacrumb1707]

I do want to thank Melanie for doing this video it is 2:40 Houston Texas time

[@skeeterstanley1272]

Turns out to be a Beautiful design. Great job. And they last along time. ty

[@lisastreasures]

Making this again today. Miss u Mel.❤

[@sheilacopeland2121]

Thank you for making your video close up. Makes it so much easier to see.

[@LabradorMarilyn]

If anyone has the system you can put all of these on your big screen television. That’s what I do especially when I am struggling to see exactly where I need to place the hook etc … having the option to use the 📺 is much better/easier to control the video as well because you can use your 📺 remote to stop/start the tutorials. It’s great! The option to do this should be on your device that you are using. Good luck.

[@temio9796]

Oh my goodness thank you! I only watched one video and subscribed immediately. You are super easy to understand and your voice doesn’t sound super boring like other instructors (no hate to them though)!

[@2225ram]

This is the best washcloth tutorial I’ve found. And it looks great at the end. Thank you!

[@tinavemb]

The purple Clover Amour hook she is using is a size 4mm.

[@msjorge2845]

Thank you, I was searching for that answer. Stay blessed 🙏🏾😇

[@tinavemb]

@@msjorge2845 thank you so much you as well 😘

[@meganrdoherty3369]

Thanks love this pattern. My first big project, thank you

[@BlessedBaubles]

Btw, I made these and TOTALLY LOVE THEM!!! I’m back to make more. ❤️ Even cheap Dollar store cotton yarn works fine for these. And they make awesome gifts for anyone.

[@joanijimison3441]

I have tried a few patterns on here, and this is my Favorite . Very easy and yup! I’m a beginner. Thank you

[@kristiejennings9065]

I will be using this stitch for a few washclothes I need to make up. TFS!

[@cluelesscrafter]

Awe thank you! Just finished my very first washcloth :)

[@ShannonMoody]

Just made this wash cloth!!! Thank you so much for the tutorial!!

[@dudybug]

What size of hook do I use?

[@emilievanhaelst976]

Keeping your family in my prayers!

[@tracysamuels7496]

what a great tutorial and you are very good at going slow for beginners and being very explanatory as well ... thank you so much

[@nancyel281]

That stitch is called the Seed stitch. It’s a beautiful stitch Ive used to make a sweater for myself with Mandala yarn.

[@robingangler1922]

I really liked how you explained how to turn, thank you!

[@bayborn510]

Great tutorial!!! I did a few rows and on one side my end looks funky... let’s see how it turns out in the end but aside from that, so far so good 😅😅😅😅

[@keepsmilingwithsmrityandsr291]

A very creative pattern. I loved it. Thank you for sharing it.

[@starcomptonwilson4077]

I never caught what size hook you used for this pattern? It would be helpful, ty

[@jeannettewisnewski7854]

Nice video. I may have missed it but what size hook did you use? Thanks

[@katherinemooney4396]

What is the size of the crochet hook? And what size yarn

[@mariegagne577]

Bonjours 🙂 Merci beaucoup pour tous vos excellent vidéos et aussi pour les sous titre en français 🌺♥️♥️🌺

[@FrancienDanielsWebb]

Please tell us what hook size you are using. Thank you for another nice kitchen cloth for my family members and friends and maybe 1 for me!

[@faithgibbs4913]

Really pretty. Thanks for the great tutorial. So wonderful to have you back😁

[@lpalm5235]

I really enjoyed your video; and look forward to making some washclothes. Thank you.

[@kathyhennessy9342]

What size hook for this pattern for the Clover Amour hook?

[@karenmcginnis3879]

Love this washcloth and plan to make a bunch more. 😁

[@teresamartin6975]

Thank you for this tutorial. I can't wait to make a few of these.

[@BlessedBaubles]

Is there any reason we shouldn’t tie a knot again after we weave the tail in? I tend to weave the tail in both directions like you do, then I tie a simple knot, then I weave for a little bit again, then I cut the yarn. Is that ok? Or is there a reason I don’t really see anyone tying again but only weaving? Also, I am a beginner and was given some donated yarn. I think some of it is cotton but the paper around the yarn is gone. Is there any way we can tell what kind of yarn we have when the paper wrapper is gone? The skein I have looks like cotton thread that’s been twisted, then three threads were again twisted together giving it a weaved look! It’s so beautiful! But I want to use it very wisely. I was also given some wool yarn and have a feeling some other skeins might be wool too. How can I know? It was so wonderful to inherit this yarn but I’m very worried that I won’t know the care and washing unless I know what the yarn is. And in case you are wondering, there is not way to ask the person it came from because it was a donation. Thank you for any help you can give me in this. Gorgeous stitch! I can’t WAIT to get going on this project once I know what my yarn is. 👍🏼

[@rachelleitz3867]

I have not watched/read these fully through but have them saved for future use of identifying all my thrift store/donated yarns. I understand the struggle! Check these two links out that may help... BURN TEST for Wool, Cotton, Bamboo and Acrylic Yarn: m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/eICYkp-NqpeAn7c 4 Ways To Identify Yarn: www.wikihow.com/Identify-Yarn?amp=1 Also look up WPI (wraps per inch) to identify the "thickness" or weight. I use the wrap around technique often! Luck of the stars to you with your learning & exploring!

[@BlessedBaubles]

@@rachelleitz3867 thank you! And OMG! What happened to the girl who did the videos? I just came back to make more washcloths because I really love mine, and saw a RIP! I’m praying it is a joke or something. 😢 Thank you for the links to test yarn. I used them back when you sent them & figured out all of my yarn. I’ve learned so much. Thanks again. ❤️

[@mrssoft147]

I have these two basic stitches down which are very simple but did have trouble with this pattern. I am new to crocheting and have watched several tutorials. This is the easiest I’ve come across. Some of you should keep your rude comments to yourself and keep practicing to figure out why you are having trouble as I did instead of blaming your failure on someone else who clearly explains everything in her video. I did and and now I have made my first beautiful washcloth because of this precious woman’s videos who we are lucky are still posted on KZbin for us to keep learning from.😇🪽

[@aoleary81]

What size hook do you use?

[@joyofsimpleactivehealthyli152]

Could you please tell what size yarn and hook you are using? That would be most helpful. Thank you!

[@lonacrumb1707]

It's 2:30 Houston Texas time and I'm confused I want to know when I am in single do I change one when I and in double do I change to I keep rewinding it but I'm having trouble

[@lonacrumb1707]

It is 2:30 in Houston Texas and I want to know what size needle are you

[@Mulak44]

Glad to use your pattern..it looks nice

[@SylviaWilson-x2f]

Thank you! I love her videos!❤

[@claudiaweldon9460]

I love your channel I miss you so much RIP Thanks for everything ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jodiemagill6154]

Omg I finely found an easy video to make a dishcloth I’m so excited and started to follow you in the video while you are teaching us this am so glad I land here thank you so much and love your nails are they street nails or painted

[@teresaready5433]

Love this stitch. Thank you

[@barbaralent5559]

Hi Melanie,I am a knitter loved doing Aran Sweaters but Parkinson’s hit me and cannot hold the needles or the work to heavy. I invested in crochet materials, followed this tutorial and made this wash cloth and was proud of myself. It took time but I managed it and if I say so myself very good lol! I ordered some Lily Sugar and Cream. I bought 100% Cotton for face washers but see some yarns that are cotton/acrylic what would you use these for? Also should one ball of the Lily be enough for a face washer? I have a lovely Aqua ball but don’t want to start and bot finish it?

[@BobbiMac08]

Hi, Barbara! I just found her tutorial and in reading the comments, learned she passed away from cancer over a year ago. I know my reply is a year later than your comment so im hoping you found your answer. If not, then yes, the 100% cotton will work wonderfully! You can also use the blends. Some people use the blended yarn for baby items.

[@lindaszilagye7943]

This is helpful. I'm a beginner.

[@lisastreasures]

Thanks for teaching us. These are really nice💜

[@wandacompton7180]

I appreciate you. I found you are so easy to follow.

[@poppywbtv790]

What size hook did you use please? X

[@Jazzchunkyivy]

I’m new to this channel, and I just realized from all the comments that she is no longer with us. It is very sad to see - so young and vibrant. Blessings to her family.

[@donnaduran5022]

Thank you for sharing this pattern.God bless! ❤️🙏🏻

[@smallfootprint2961]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I'm thinking of making some for a friend of mine who's going through some medical testing... wash cloths and with a thicker yarn, a couple of (smaller) pot holders.

[@Philsosopher]

i kind of had a stupid question, I have seen a lot of people go through 2 loops when going into a chain but then a lot of people also go through one.. does it really matter? or which one is preffered?

[@rebeccaleah7706]

Great tutorial! Super easy to follow!

[@miz.k]

Can dish clothes be made put of acrylic yarn as well? Everyone seems to be using cotton and I'm not sure why... I'm still learning here. Thnx! :)

[@jomama5186]

Beautiful! I LOVE IT !! Thank you for making these projects much easier to tackle. :)

[@byronchandler5000]

What a beautiful washcloth, Melanie. You are the definition of amazing and inspiring, and your voice is über adorable. What did you enjoy about making the washcloth?

[@MelanieHam]

Thanks Byron! I love how quick and practical these are :)

[@dianemyers4657]

Yay! Love this! Pretty but simple. Thank you!

[@CrixJoki]

I actually think I can do this one! :D 💜 Oh, side note, love your nails in this video :)

[@steadfast16335]

What SIZE is your crochet needle?

[@FlourishingLove]

What size hook are you using? You only said it was a clover hook. Thank you.

[@pamtheado5325]

Thank you this will help me a lot. Your the best

[@5alfalfa]

I like your tutorial and I love the volume. I just tried to listen to one and the volume was so low that I could barely hear them with my volume on high.