Crochet Dishcloth or Washcloth - Easy step by step tutorial for Beginners

Crochet Dishcloth or Washcloth - Easy step by step tutorial for Beginners
Learn how to crochet with this this easy-to-follow crochet tutorial teaching you how to crochet a cotton dish cloth using the alternating up and down crochet pattern using only single crochet and double crochet stitches. This crochet dishcloth or crochet washcloth is a great crochet project for beginners because it is easy to follow and quick to make using beginner stitches.
Materials used for this project:
Lion Brand Yarn 24/7 Cotton - Colors: Ecru, Jade, Café Au Lait
Crochet Hook - size G/6, 4 mm
Plastic Yarn Needle
Crochet Stitch / Row Markers
Scissors
Finished dishcloth measured 8 in X 8 in in size.
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Nancy Ellen

[@_nora]

Thank you kindly for this tutorial! As a complete beginner to crochet, I really appreciate that you included detailed information about how to use stitch markers. Losing my place and dropping stitches has been a frustrating pitfall for me and this really helps.

[@TheCraftyYarnBarn]

I have crocheted for many years and still use them. It only takes a second and in the end it’s worth it to make sure your hard work and hours for crocheting is not in vain. Every project turns out perfect every time. Hope I can help with other projects. God bless!!!

[@peggyharwell3674]

You presented this very well. The close up views make a big difference in where to place the hook, and what the stitch looks like. Thank you so very much.

[@TheCraftyYarnBarn]

Thank you so much for taking the time to let me know you liked the video. I appreciate the kind words. I hope you find other videos you like on my channel.

[@AMC-bn1gp]

Thank you for your detailed tutorial. The basics for marker placement, crocheting over your ends, etc. I have been looking for this kind of tutorial that actually focuses on these small details. What a great tutorial.

[@peggyharwell3674]

By the way, i totally agree with you on the beautiful yarn. It works up so nice, smooth, and easy on the hands.

[@TheCraftyYarnBarn]

It really is! It have become my favorite cotton yarn.

[@jodiepotter6029]

Thank you for showing such great detail. As a newbie crocheter I appreciated you taking the time and patience to do that!❤️

[@TheCraftyYarnBarn]

You are so welcome!

[@dianehoglin6223]

Thank you for your specific treaching. So easy to learn from.

[@TheCraftyYarnBarn]

You are so welcome!

[@joystruebing2982]

Love the tutorial! Will buy this brand yarn when I get my current yarn used up. Don’t like the way mine seems to separate.

[@robinmacpherson2598]

Thank you for these wonderful tutorials , They are easy to follow !

[@barbarawilson834]

Yes, the yarn is wonderful!

[@ijustwanttobeme8791]

Beautiful. I love the tutorial. Thank you for sharing.🌸

[@eleanorferrier807]

Great explaining on bump thanks

[@TheCraftyYarnBarn]

Glad it was helpful!

[@terraspath2642]

Great video. Thanks so much.

[@TheCraftyYarnBarn]

My pleasure!

[@julielefebvre2414]

Hi ! I find that this yarn does not dry. Is it because I crochet too tight?(Sorry for my english, i’m french !) Thank you 😊

[@TheCraftyYarnBarn]

Did you put it in the dryer? Or just wash it and lay it out to dry?

[@gvogel8657]

How many rows are before or after the stripes?

[@TheCraftyYarnBarn]

4

[@327lwalton]

Can you help me out with how to read a gauge. The directions say to crochet 24 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches. What does this mean? Does that mean I should have a 4 inch square?

[@TheCraftyYarnBarn]

Question first before I answer - what are you making exactly? Is it important to keep the project you are making at a specific size (example: for a sweater, shirt, clothing item)?

[@327lwalton]

@@TheCraftyYarnBarn I am making a hat using the thermal stitch.

[@TheCraftyYarnBarn]

Then your gauge is important to make sure it crochets up to the size you are wanting for perfect fit based on pattern. When you use the gauge it’s telling you how many stitches are needed in the 4 X 4 inch square. The gauge you referenced means 24 stitches in the row with 22 rows should meet that measurement. You need to make a swatch with crochet hook it suggests and make sure that is the measurement. If not you may need to adjust tension and crochet hook size or even the yarn weight. You may need to experiment making several swatches to achieve the gauge they are telling you is needed for the pattern. Does that make sense?

[@327lwalton]

@@TheCraftyYarnBarn yes it does. Thank you!

[@TheCraftyYarnBarn]

Just uploaded a new dishcloth tutorial today. Hope you tune in and watch it.

[@auntdee9678]

Is this a new yarn on the market?

[@TheCraftyYarnBarn]

No, it’s been available since 2015 or 2016 from what I recall from reading about it. I have just recently discovered it and love it.

[@jodismith5095]

Not sure where else but I get it from jo-ann's

[@auntdee9678]

@@jodismith5095 I have been using it for dishcloths, baby hats and little Christmas ornaments. I love how it works up and feels!!! Like a satin cotton almost.

[@TheCraftyYarnBarn]

It’s my favorite cotton yarn. Once I tried it, I don’t like using any other yarn for wash clothes.