Learn how to crochet a dishcloth for beginners with my free Little Nubby Dishcloth crochet pattern that uses cotton yarn, and easy step by step instructions to give you a modern, simple dishcloth.
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Quick Info Card
Yarn: 85 yards of worsted weight (4) cotton.
Supplies: US H / 5 mm crochet hook
Difficulty: Beginner
Highlights: Double sided durable design
Learn How to Crochet a Dishcloth for Beginners
If you’ve been looking for how to crochet a dishcloth for beginners, this free crochet pattern is a simple place to start. I designed my Little Nubby Dishcloth to be easy to make, useful around the home, and a nice way to practice your crochet skills without taking on a big project.
The finished dishcloth measures about 8 inches square and has a lovely nubby texture that gives it a little extra scrubbing power. I especially like using cotton yarn for dishcloths because it is absorbent, washable, and softens up nicely with use.
This is also one of those handy patterns to keep around when you have leftover cotton yarn in your stash. Make just one for your kitchen, or crochet a few in coordinating colors for a simple handmade gift. Be sure to check out these free dishcloth crochet patterns too.
An Easy Crochet Dishcloth for Beginners
This free crochet dishcloth pattern is written with beginners in mind, so you only need to know the basic crochet stitches to get started. The stitch pattern creates plenty of texture without making the project feel complicated, which makes it a good choice if you are still building your confidence.
I used I Love This Cotton! yarn with a 5 mm crochet hook for mine. You will need around 85 to 90 yards of cotton yarn, so this is a nice small project when you want something quick and useful to work on between larger makes.
Why Cotton Works Best for Dishcloths
Cotton is one of my favorite yarns for crochet dishcloths because it absorbs water well and stands up to regular washing. It also gives the stitches enough definition for the nubby texture to really show.
You can use your finished cloth for washing dishes, wiping down counters, or even as a washcloth. I think a little stack of these in different colors would make a lovely housewarming or hostess gift too.
A Simple Crochet Pattern With Texture
What I like most about this dishcloth is that it is simple without being plain. The textured stitch pattern gives the cloth a modern look, while the crocheted edging gives it a neat finished border.
If you want to learn how to crochet a dishcloth step by step, this beginner-friendly pattern is a nice project to start with. It works up into a practical 8-inch square that you can use every day, and it is an easy way to turn a small amount of cotton yarn into something genuinely useful.
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Little Nubby Dishcloth: Free Crochet Pattern
Crochet pattern information
Crochet Supplies:
- US H / 5 mm crochet hook
- Hobby Lobby I Love This I Love This Cotton, weight (4) worsted, 100% cotton, 180 yds / 165 m, 3.5 oz / 100 g per skein. Approx 85 yards per cloth.
- Shown in: Turquoise and Pastel
Gauge:
13 sts x 16 rows = 4” (10 cm) in stitch pattern
Abbreviations:
Written in US Terminology
- ch: chain
- fsc: foundation single crochet
- fptr: front post treble crochet
- rep: repeat
- sc: single crochet
- sc2tog: single crochet 2 stitches together
- sl st: slip stitch
- sp: space
- st(s): stitch(es)
Skill level:
Finished Measurements:
8” (20 cm) wide x 8” (20 cm) tall
Notes:
- Dishcloth is worked in turned rows.
- Ch 1 at the beginning of the row does not count as a st throughout pattern.
- Sc2tog will always be worked into the same st as previous st and the next st.
- Beginning and end of each row will be a sc.
- Pattern includes instructions for optional corner hanging loop.
Copyright Notice:
Pattern is sole property of Carol Hladik Designs. Please do not copy or reproduce in any way.
You are welcome to sell finished items made from this pattern, but please credit me as the designer in your posts.
Free Crochet Pattern: Little Nubby Dishcloth
Dishcloth:
Row 1: Fsc 26, turn. (Or, ch 28, sc in 2nd ch and across.) (26 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first st, *Beginning in the same st as the previous st and the next st, sc2tog; rep from * across to last st, sc in last st, turn.
Rows 3 – 32: Rep Row 2.
Edge:
You will work a single crochet border around the entire edge.
Ch 1, turn to work down side of rows, sc in end of each row to next corner (32 sts), ch 1, turn sc across (26 sts), ch 1, turn to work up the next side, sc in end of each row including top row (32 sts), ch 1, turn, sc across (26 sts)
If no loop: sl st in beginning ch-1 sp to join.
If working loop: ch 10, sl st in beginning ch-1 sp, turn, sc 20 in ch-10 sp. Sl st to last st of edging.
Fasten off.
Weave in ends.
