I’ve learned several knit-look stitches over the years and also read some good books on the subject, so I thought I would share that knowledge today! But first, let’s address an important question…

can you really duplicate knitting in crochet?

There are a few caveats I want to mention here. YES, there are plenty of stitches that crocheters use to duplicate the look of knitting.

But, I want you to be prepared. Some of these stitches do not perfectly match the look AND feel of knitting.

Sometimes the fabric turns out a bit thicker. Sometimes the look will be a little bit off. Crochet and knitting are VERY different so its hard to perfectly replicate.

But that said, at the end of this post I will show you something that is probably the closest I have ever seen, so make sure to check that out!

The Waistcoat Stitch

A very common knit-look stitch is called the waistcoat stitch. This stitch is made by crocheting in the center of single crochet stitches rather than in the tops like usual.

The waistcoat stitch produces a chain-look similar to stockinette in knitting, though it is not exactly the same.

As you can see below, the stitches slant slightly to one side if worked in a continuous round. If you want an even better knit-look effect, it is better to work it in rows.

Another note on this stitch is that while it looks similar, it does tend to make a thicker fabric than knitted stockinette.

Examples: Waistcoat Stitch Throw Pillow

Examples: Knit-Look Pillow (uses the waistcoat stitch alternating with puff stitches)

Camel Stitch

The Camel Stitch is another knit-look stitch I love! It has a little bit more of a learning curve than the waistcoat stitch, but yields a very fun sideways stockinette look.

Knit-Look Ribbing Stitch

It is actually quite easy to replicate a ribbing that looks like knitting in crochet. When you alternate between a back loop slip stitch row and a back loop half double crochet row, you can create this look.

An example of this is this knit-look slouchy beanie below!

The stitches above are great starting points for knit-look crochet, BUT – there are two other resources that I think anyone who is interested in this topic should know about! One is a book, and one is a course from another designer, Briana K Designs.

Both will give you way more patterns and techniques!

From Knit to Crochet Book

This book has countless knit-look designs – sweaters, crochet cables, and more! There are a lot of designs that focus on front-post and back-post crochet stitches to make cables.

Get the book here

Magical Crochet Stitches Course

Last but certainly not least, you have to check out the Magical Crochet Stitches course. You know how I was saying a lot of knit-look stitches are not exactly like crochet?

Well, this course teaches you stitches that are probably the closest I have ever seen.

We’re talking even more realistic crochet cables, knit-look bags, socks, even pumpkins!

Get a closer look at the incredible designs she includes in the video below, and purchase the course here.

I hope this post has been helpful in learning about knit-look crochet stitches! Got questions? Leave them below and make sure to share this post with your friends!

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Mini Scallops Border Instructions

Stitch multiple: 4

Notes: this border repeat works well around a corner without adding extra stitches. However, you’ll want to plan where the scallops sit on the border. You can either place a single crochet in the corner with scallops on either side (this is what I did) or a scallop in the corner.

Materials shown: I Love this Cotton yarn from Hobby Lobby, E crochet hook

Row 1: Join yarn with a single crochet. (Hdc, dc, hdc, sc) in same st. Sk next st, sc in next st. *Sk next st, (sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc) in next st. Sk next st, sc in next st. Rep from * for border pattern.

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Flat Crochet Pineapple Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Aunt Lydia’s Crochet Thread Size 10 (in yellow & green)
• F Crochet Hook
• Yarn Needle
• Keychain (optional)

Notes:

• Ch 1 at beginning of rows does not count as a stitch
• Pattern is worked with 2 strands of thread held together.

Instructions

Ch 3. 

Row 1: 2 sc in second ch from hook and next ch, turn. (4 sc)

Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc 2, 2 sc in last st, turn. 6 sc)

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. 

Row 4: Ch 1, sc 2, (Inc) twice, sc 2, turn. (8 sc)

Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (8 sc)

Row 6: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 4, sc2tog. (6 sc)

Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (6 sc)

Row 8: Ch 1, sc 2, sc2tog, sc 2, turn. 5 sc)

Row 9: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 1, sc2tog, do not turn. (3 sc)

Border:

Sc in same st as last sc2tog. Sc 6 down side. Inc, sc, inc (this should line up about with the bottom of the pineapple). Sc 7 up other side. Sl st to first sc2tog from Row 9. Fasten off. 

Pineapple Top

Hold the pineapple so the right side is facing you. Locate the 3 stitches on the top of the pineapple that you want to make the stem in (you just want it to look as centered as possible). Join green thread with a sc (two strands held together) in the stitch on the right of your 3 stitches. Ch 4. Sc in second ch from hook and next 2 sts. Sc in same space as the very first sc. Sc in next st. Ch 5, sc in second ch from hook and next 3 sts. Sc in same space as first sc. Ch 4. Sc in second ch from hook and next 2 sts. Sc in same space as the very first sc. Fasten off.

I hope you enjoyed this easy pineapple pattern! If you did, check out my other keychain patterns below:

• Crochet Hamburger Keychain
• Crochet Ladybug Keychain
• Lemon Crochet Keychain
• Mini Crochet Candy Corn
• Mini Crochet Pumpkin

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Materials Needed:

• Aunt Lydia’s Crochet Thread Size 10 (in yellow & green)
• F Crochet Hook
• Yarn Needle
• Keychain (optional)

Notes:

• Ch 1 at beginning of rows does not count as a stitch
• Pattern is worked with 2 strands of thread held together.

Instructions

Working with 2 strands of the yellow held together, Ch 3.

Row 1: 2 sc in second ch from hook and next ch, turn. (4 sc)

Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc 2, 2 sc in last st, turn. 6 sc)

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. 

Row 4: Ch 1, sc 2, (Inc) twice, sc 2, turn. (8 sc)

Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (8 sc)

Row 6: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 4, sc2tog. (6 sc)

Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (6 sc)

Row 8: Ch 1, Sc2tog, sc 2, sc2tog, turn. (4 sc)

Row 9: Ch 1, (sc2tog) twice. (2 sc)

Border: Sc in same st as sc2tog. Inc in next st down the side. Sc 7 evenly down the side. (Sc, ch 2, sl st in second ch from hook, sc in same st as first sc). Point made – should be in line with the top of lemon. Sc 8 up other side, inc. Sc in top of the same sc2tog, sc in next sc. join with sl st to next sc. 

Leaves:

Count 3 sts back from sl st (not including sl st). Join green (still working with 2 strands held together) with a sc in that st. Ch 4. Sc in second ch from hook, dc, sc. Sl st in same st you joined into. 

Sc in next st on lemon. Ch 5. Sc in second ch from hook, dc 2, sc. Sl st in same st from the lemon. Fasten off and weave in ends.

And that’s it! I gave this keychain as a present to my teenage sister and she loved it. I hope you love it just as much!

If you did, make sure to check out my other keychain patterns:

• Crochet Hamburger Keychain
• Crochet Ladybug Keychain
• Mini Crochet Candy Corn
• Mini Crochet Pumpkin

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This ladybug is worked flat, so it goes super fast. I think the most time intensive part is just attaching the spots!

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Crochet Ladybug Keychain Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Red & Black worsted weight yarn
• G crochet hook
• Clear glue
• Yarn needle

Instructions:

With red, Ch 2.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in second ch from hook. 

Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sc)

Rnd 3: Inc in next sc, sc in next sc. Rep from * around. (18 sc)

Rnd 4: Sl st in each st around. Fasten off red. 

Join black with a sc in the st to the right of the knot. Dc in same st. 2 dc in next st. (Dc, sc) in next st. 

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Antennas:

Cut 2 pieces of black yarn to the length you want the antennas to be. Use clear glue to form them into an antenna shape; let dry to harden. Then, glue them onto the ladybug.

Spots:

With black yarn, tie a knot. Bring both ends of the knot through to the back of the ladybug, so the knot is on the right side. Tie the two ends in the back, then weave in.

To attach a hanger, you can either use a metal keychain like I did (which makes it multipurpose! Use it as a keychain or an ornament). Or, refer to the video below to attach a yarn hanger.

And that’s it! I hope you enjoyed this cute, flat ladybug crochet pattern. It can work either as a keychain or an ornament (or both!) If you did love this pattern, make sure to check out some other ones I have:

• Crochet Hamburger Keychain
• Crochet Present Ornament
• Crochet Angel Ornament
• Crochet Wreath Ornament

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Miniature Hamburger Crochet Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight yarn in tan, dark brown, green, yellow, & red
• G crochet hook

Cheese

Ch 7.

Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook and next 5 ch. Turn. (6 sc)

Rows 2-5: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. 6 sc)

Tomato

Ch 2.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in second ch from hook. 

Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sc)

Rnd 3: Inc in next sc, sc in next sc. Rep from * around. (18 sc)

Sl st to next st, fasten off. 

Bun (make 2): 

Ch 2.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in second ch from hook. 

Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sc)

Rnd 3: Inc in next sc, sc in next sc. Rep from * around. (18 sc)

Rnd 4: *Inc, sc in next 5 sc. Rep from * around. (21 sc)

Sl st to next st, fasten off. 

Hamburger Patty:

Ch 2.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in second ch from hook. 

Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sc)

Rnd 3: Inc in next sc, sc in next sc. Rep from * around. (18 sc)

Rnd 4: Sc in each st around. (18 sc)

Rnd 5: *Sc in next st, sc2tog over next st. Rep from * around. (12 sc)

Rnd 6: Sc in each st around. (12 sc)

Rnd 7: [Sc2tog] 6 times. (6 Sc2tog)

Fasten off, weave through final 6 stitches to close hole. 

Lettuce:

Ch 2.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in second ch from hook. 

Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sc)

Rnd 3: (Sc, ch 2, sc, ch 2, sc) in each st around. (33 sc, 22 ch sps)

Fasten off. 

Finishing:

Weave in the ends of the individual pieces before sewing them together – except for one of the ends on either bun.

Situate the pieces in this order: bottom bun, patty, cheese, tomato, lettuce, top bun. Make sure they are all laying exactly how you want them to look.

Finally, use the last end to weave up and down through all the pieces a few times, until they are all secure in place. Then, tie a knot and weave in the end.

To attach a hanger, you can either use a metal keychain like I did (which makes it multipurpose! Use it as a keychain or an ornament). Or, refer to the video below to attach a yarn hanger.

And that’s it! I hope you love this crochet pattern! I’m excited to hang this one on my tree this year; it’s just so fun. Make sure to check out these other crochet Christmas ornaments too:

• Crochet Present Ornament
• Crochet Angel Ornament
• Crochet Star Ornament

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I just had my first baby in March, so I am right there with you. I’ve been looking for all the best baby patterns, and there are SO many good ones!

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I’m excited to share these patterns with you – they are all adorable and might make your heart melt just a little.

So let’s not waste any time! Start getting your sun hat inspiration below.

1. Jane Sun Hat

Simple, cute, a touch of lace…first up meet the Jane Sun Hat! I designed this sun hat for my baby’s first Spring and Summer, and it has been perfect. I can’t wait to dress her in it with a pretty Easter dress for her first visit to church!

2. Cleo Fedora Mini

How cute is this kid’s fedora? It’s called the Cleo Fedora Mini – mini because there is a whole other adult version too!

Designer: Make and Do Crew

Yarn Used: Lion Brand Rewind

3. Eden Cloche

For a simple but elegant design, check out the Eden Cloche. I love how this hat features some pretty lace stitches. You can also accessorize with ribbon, flowers, and more for the perfect style!

Designer: Kirsten Holloway Designs

Yarn Used: Caron Simply Soft

4. Scalloped Beach Hat

When I saw this hat I fell in love. The lace shells, the depth of the ruffled brim…it’s the perfect children’s sun hat! Check out the Scalloped Beach Hat here.

Designer: Salty Pearl Crochet

Yarn Used: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream Solids

5. Granny Stripes Sun Hat

Want a sun hat featuring the classic granny stitch? This Granny Stripes Sun Hat is just that! Use a variety of colors for cute stripes, or keep it all one color. Either way it will be adorable!

Designer: Daisy Farm Crafts

Yarn Used: Bernat Handicrafter

6. Kids Linen Stitch Sun Hat

Next up, meet the Kids Linen Stitch Sunhat – a cute hat that can even be made matching for a doll! You can even make a cute crocheted butterfly as an accessory. Definitely check out the pattern!

Designer: A Crocheted Simplicity

Yarn Used: Lily Sugar n’ Cream Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn

7. Lacy Shells Sun Hat

Want a very pretty lace sun hat? Meet the Lacy Shells Sun Hat! This hat features large lacy fans, along with a decent size brim. Don’t miss this adorable design!

Designer: The Lavender Chair

Yarn Used: Lily’s Sugar’n Cream 

8. Super Simple Kid’s Sun Hat

It can be a little harder to find a sun hat that works for little boys, am I right? Well here is the perfect crochet sun hat that works for either gender: the Super Simple Kid’s Sun Hat by Made With a Twist. This pattern is so easy, just using simple stitches.

Designer: Made With a Twist

Yarn Used: Any 100% cotton yarn

9. Granny Stitch Crochet Bucket Hat

Here’s another adorable sun hat featuring a granny-square like pattern: the Granny Stitch Crochet Bucket Hat! This hat comes in sizes all the way up to adult, so it’s another design that could be made into a mommy & me matching set.

Designer: MJ’s Off the Hook Designs

Yarn Used: Comfy Worsted Weight

10. Vintage Kid’s Sun Hat

This timeless lace hat is adorable. Introducing the Vintage Kid’s Sun Hat! This would be the perfect sun hat to go with an Easter dress or just for a warm Spring day.

Designer: The Lavender Chair

Yarn Used: Lily’s Sugar and Cream

11. Floppy Brim Sun Hat

Next up, we have the Floppy Brim Sun Hat. Just look at the cute crocheted flower you can add as an accessory! This pattern is very simple to make and the brim is not too big but also not too small.

Designer: Ambassador Crochet

Yarn Used: Lion Brand Cotton Ease

12. Dahlia Crochet Sun Hat

We’ve seen a lot of patterns with lace on the sides or bottom, but what about just on the top? Enter the Dahlia Crochet Sun Hat! With a fun lacy flower design on the top, this hat is unique in its own way. I love it!

Designer: Ned and Mimi

Yarn Used: WeCrochet Comfy Color Mist

13. Spring Girls Crochet Hat

Next up, check out the Spring Girls Crochet Hat. While we’ve seen a lot of sun hats so far with flowers on them, this one is unique, almost like a rose. Soft pastel colors make for the perfect Spring hat (but of course you could customize the colors to your liking!)

Designer: Crochet For You

Yarn Used: Ice Yarn Abordale

14. April Sun Hat 

Want a sun hat with more texture to it? If so, you’ll fall in love with the April Sun Hat. This pattern features raised post stitches intermingled with shells. The ending texture is so unique!

Designer: Crochet Dreamz

Yarn Used: Willow worsted or I love this Cotton

15. Blossom Bucket Hat Crochet

If there’s something we haven’t seen yet, it would be a hat made from squares! Well, the Blossom Bucket Crochet Hat is just that, featuring big daisy granny squares. Overall it gives the hat such a stand-out style.

Designer: Hooked On Homemade Happiness

Yarn Used: I Love this Cotton in Curry 

16. Baby Crochet Sun Hat

Last, but certainly not least, we have a cute sun hat made with babies in mind. The Baby Crochet Sun Hat is designed first for a 3-6 month old, but the pattern shows you how to adjust for other sizes just by changing your hook size!

Designer: Crochet ‘n’ Create

Yarn Used: King Cole Cottonsoft

So there you have it, 15 adorable sun hat patterns for babies and kids – including simple designs, lacy designs, and even some textured.

I hope you loved these patterns and found the perfect one for your next project!

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It can be fun to choose one flower, or to make lots of different ones for a beautiful, forever bouquet! In this post, I’ll show you some patterns for almost any skill level!

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We’re not going to waste a minute – let’s get right into all the beautiful patterns.

1. Crochet Tulips

If you’re new to crochet, then this first pattern is for you! These Crochet Tulips are so quick and easy to work up and uses only basic crochet stitches! I love the 3D look of these ones. This is one of those “mindless” crochet projects that you can work up while watching a TV show or listening to an audio book. These would be lovely on their own, or as a bouquet!

Designer: Crochet Patterns

Yarn Used: Bamboo Cotton

2. Dahlia

Do you love Dahlias? If so, this pattern is for you! I love how happy these flowers are. It’s truly amazing how many varieties they come in! This design would make a great applique for a headband, bag, or piece of clothing!

Designer: Golden Lucy Crafts

Yarn Used: Patons Grace cotton yarn and Premier Cotton Fair

3. Rose Applique

Next are these super cute Rose Appliques! They’re super quick and easy to crochet, which makes them a particularly great project for beginners. They work up in minutes and are great stash busters! These would make fun additions to a baby blanket, headband, bracelet, etc.!

Designer: Hookfully

Yarn Used: King Cole Pricewise DK

4. Daffodil Applique

Next is this fun Daffodil Applique! These bright and sunny flowers are so fun and would add so much to a pillow or wall hanging! These would also make a great hair clip/accessory.

Designer: Raffamusa Designs

Yarn Used: Schachenmayr Catania

5. Sunflower Coaster

Are you looking for a fun pattern to brighten your home with? If so, I got you covered with this cute Sunflower Coaster! Sunflowers are such happy flowers. These cute coasters works up quickly and easily and is the perfect coaster to add some color to your kitchen.

Designer: Desert Blossom Crafts

Yarn Used: Lion Brand Heartland Yarn

6. Large Sunflower

Next is another sunflower pattern, but this time it’s real-sized! This flower is multi-layered and stuffed in the center. This one is definitely more involved, but the attention detail is amazing! These would make a lovely bouquet or table centerpiece.

Designer: Lisa Auch Crochet

Yarn Used: King Cole Cherished

7. Lavender

If you’re looking for something super quick, I got you covered with this beautiful Lavender pattern! It’s quick, easy and great for a beginner. These would make a lovely gift for a flower-lover in your life.

Designer: Lisa Auch Crochet

Yarn Used: Hobby Craft

8. Gerbera

Next up are these beautiful Gerbera Flowers! I love how bright and colorful these flowers are. You can use just about any color or combination of colors to make them your own. They’re especially great for stash-busting. You could use these as appliques for clothing, to make a fun spring-y garland, etc.!

Designer: Raffamusa Designs

Yarn Used: Schachenmayr Catania

9. Fuchsia

If you’re looking for a unique applique, this Fucshia pattern is for you! These flowers are so bright, unique and happy. This pattern spares no detail. They would make a lovely addition to a wall hanging, clothing article, etc.

Designer: Golden Lucy Crafts

Yarn Used: Patons Grace

10. Daisy Applique

Next is this tiny Daisy Applique! This pattern is worked up in a breeze and is great for using up random bits of scrap yarn. These are crocheted in one piece and require no sewing. Add these to a baby hat, headband or bag for a cute, floral touch.

Designer: Hookfully

Yarn Used: King Cole Pricewise

11. Simple Flower Applique

The next pattern I’d like to show you is a Simple Flower Applique. It works up quickly, uses just a little yarn and can be made in any color. I love the multi-layered effect this one has. This design includes a cute leaf pattern as well. You can use any combo of colors to make these your own!

Designer: Smiling Colors

Yarn Used: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream

12. Laurel Flower

If you’re looking for something more realistic, this Laurel Bouquet is for you! Laurel symbolizes victory, and they’re used in Olympic bouquets. This pattern uses floral wire to give it a more real, flower-like look. These would make great gifts or decor pieces for any season!

Designer: Lisa Auch Crochet

13. Pointsettia

Next is one that I designed: The Pointsettia! This flower is perfect for Christmas! This pattern has a 3D, layered look that makes it appear more life-like than an applique. It would make a perfect addition to a hat or headband, or an amazing ornament for your (or for a loved one’s) tree!

Designer: Desert Blossom Crafts

Yarn Used: Caron Simply Soft (or any worsted weight yarn you have in your stash!)

14. Teeny Tiny Crochet Flowers

Look at these adorable, Teeny Tiny Crochet Flowers! They work up in a snap using just about any yarn from your stash. It’s also a great pattern for beginners since it uses only very basic stitches like chains and single crochets. Make these as appliques, ornaments, use them as table displays; the possibilities are endless!

Designer: Sweet Bee Crochet

Yarn Used: Bernat Handicrafter 

15. Mini Rose

Are you looking for a super easy rose pattern? If so, I got you covered with this Little Deco Rose! They are made and finished it two easy rounds, which makes it a great project if you need to whip out several! These roses are mostly flat, which makes them a great addition to add to clothing, hats, etc.!

Designer: Mama in a Stitch

Yarn Used: Lily Sugar N Cream (cotton)

16. Puff Stitch Flower

Another fun and easy pattern are these adorable Puff Stitch flowers! These flowers are so quick and fun to make. The design for these flowers uses chunky yarn for a thicker, more puffy flower look. This pattern even comes with a video tutorial for those of you who are more visual!

Designer: Selina Veronique

Yarn Used: Paintbox Simply Chunky

17. Hydrangea Flower

Next is this gorgeous Hydrangea Flower. These flowers are so beautiful and unique, as they’re made up of several tiny flowers all put together for one full bloom. You can make several blooms in a variety of colors since hydrangeas can come in several hews!

Designer: Lisa Auch Crochet

Yarn Used: Double knit yarn

18. Flower Power Motif

Last but not least: the Flower Power Motif! This pattern has a fun 70s vibe to it. These are great for stash busting or for keeping your hands busy. They work up quickly and would make a fun addition to headbands, hats, pencil toppers, etc.!

Designer: The Crochet Fix

Yarn Used: Linecraft Makr Cotton and Fiddlesticks Wren

So which one was your favorite? It is so hard to choose, because all of these flowers are wonderful.

Some are great for bouquets, others for appliques. There are so many possibilities. I hope you found the perfect flower in this list!

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I’ve been completely overhauling my bathroom to make it more inviting for guests lately. I’ve been making bathroom sets, and brainstorming lots of crochet bathroom ideas that can be used for both decor and functionality.

Of course, one of the most obvious crochet items to put in the bathroom is a washcloth! You can leave one in the shower, or put it in a spa set, or even next to the sink.

(And while you’re at it, it’s a great idea make a crochet hand towel too!)

All that to say, this quick and easy washcloth is super simple to make. I hope you enjoy the pattern!

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Double Crochet Dishcloth Pattern

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Explanation: Sometimes we all need a quick, easy project that can be put to use right away. Enter, the Simple Double Crochet Washcloth! This washcloth works up super fast and has a beautiful crab stitch border for a professional looking finish. There’s even a matching scrubbie pattern included!

Materials:

• Lily Sugar’n Cream Yarn: (100% cotton, 120 yds/109 m, 2.5 oz/71 g) in two contrasting colors (see more dishcloths that use sugar ‘n cream here!)
• Or a similar worsted weight cotton yarn
• G/4.5mm crochet hook
• Yarn needle

Notes:

1. Ch 2 at beginning of rows does NOT count as a dc.
2. Dishcloth is worked in a simple rectangle. We will start with a foundation single crochet row, which will keep the top and bottom edge the same size, rather than having a tight chain row. 
3. Written instructions will be shown first, with a tutorial for the crab stitch and the border on pages 3-5.

Measurements/Sizing:

Scrubbie: 3” wide

Small Dishcloth: 6” wide

Large Dishcloth: 8” wide

Gauge: 

14 dc = 4”

Abbreviations/Stitches Used (U.S.) 

Chain – ch

Foundation single crochet – fsc

Single crochet – sc

Double crochet – dc

Stitch(es) – st(s)

Double Crochet Dishcloth Written Instructions:

Fsc 11 (21, 28).

Rnd 1: Ch 2, dc in first fsc and each fsc across. 11 (21, 28) dc

Rnd 2: Ch 2, dc in first st and each st across. 11 (21, 28) dc

Repeat row 2 until work measures your desired height. I like the height to be slightly shorter than the width. You can do this, or work until it is square. Whatever you prefer.

Border: With wrong side of work facing, join new color with sc in any corner. Ch 1, sc in same corner. Turn work. Work crab stitch (see tutorial) down the side from left to right, until 1 st is left. *Turn. (Sc, ch 1, sc) in corner. Turn work again. Work crab stitch down another side from left to right. Rep from * two times more. After finishing the last side of the crab stitch, turn and join with sl st to the first regular sc.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Simple Dishcloth Tutorial

The crab stitch is worked in the context of the border of this dishcloth. But there are a few more steps involved. So let’s go step by step through the border.

Start by joining in any corner, making a sc, ch 1, sc. Turn, and then work in the crab stitch down one side until there is 1 stitch left (photo 1). Now, turn your work to make the next corner (photo 2).

Make your sc, ch 1, and sc in the corner. Then turn again. The reason we have to keep turning is because we’re working regular (forward) single crochet in the corners. But then we’re working crab stitches (backward sc) down the sides.

After flipping the dishcloth around, the right side will be facing again, and you’re ready to continue the crab stitch from left to right again!

Common Crochet Washcloth Questions

Do I need to use cotton yarn for washcloths?

Yes. Cotton is essential for washcloths. It absorbs water well, whereas acrylic does not.

How do I wash crochet washcloths?

Most of your standard washcloth yarns are able to be washed and dried as normal. The only thing to keep in mind is that cotton tends to shrink a bit after washing and drying. This is to be expected, and is apart of the normal process.

Do I need to block crochet washcloths?

No, generally not! washcloths get a great deal of use in water. There would be no point in blocking them, because the point of blocking is to get a project to retain a specific shape.

Conclusion

This double crochet washcloth is easy to make yet very beautiful! You can use your new dishcloth for the bathroom OR the kitchen! So what are you waiting for? Get out your crochet hook and start making them! I hope you enjoy this crochet pattern as much as I loved designing it.

More Bathroom Patterns:

• Hanging Baskets Bathroom Idea
• Crochet Spa Scrubbie Pattern
• Sunflower Coaster for Bathroom Decor

Do I need to use cotton yarn for washcloths?

Yes. Cotton is essential for washcloths. It absorbs water well, whereas acrylic does not.

How do I wash crochet washcloths?

Most of your standard washcloth yarns are able to be washed and dried as normal. The only thing to keep in mind is that cotton tends to shrink a bit after washing and drying. This is to be expected, and is apart of the normal process.

Do I need to block crochet washcloths?

No, generally not! washcloths get a great deal of use in water. There would be no point in blocking them, because the point of blocking is to get a project to retain a specific shape.

Conclusion

This double crochet washcloth is easy to make yet very beautiful! You can use your new dishcloth for the bathroom OR the kitchen! So what are you waiting for? Get out your crochet hook and start making them! I hope you enjoy this crochet pattern as much as I loved designing it.

More Bathroom Patterns:

• Hanging Baskets Bathroom Idea
• Crochet Spa Scrubbie Pattern
• Sunflower Coaster for Bathroom Decor

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One thing I love about these baskets is how quickly they work up. I finished one in an afternoon! They are also easy to make while watching Netflix.

I used super bulky yarn for this pattern (in the number 6 category). The original yarn I used was Cascade Lana Grande. However, in the updated version I tested Wool Ease Thick & Quick, and that worked great too! Any super bulky yarn should work just fine.

Using Your Hanging Baskets

Once you make a few of these, you’ll be addicted to how well they can help you organize! I’ve used mine in both the kitchen AND the bathroom. They are best to hang on cupboard handles (or if you don’t have that, you could also install some hooks on the wall).

Below you can see me using these baskets in the kitchen, with some ideas for what to store inside:

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And here is how I use them in the bathroom (store toilet paper, pads, etc.!)

You can also check out my list of 17+ other crochet bathroom ideas here, as well as making your own bathroom crochet set…

But for now, are you ready to jump in on this quick project? Let’s get right to it!

Free Hanging Baskets Crochet Pattern

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Materials:

• Cascade Yarns Lana Grande OR Wool Ease Thick & Quick, 1 ball per basket. Or approximately 90 yards super bulky weight yarn per basket.

• K (6.5mm) Hook

Finished Measurements:

Diameter across bottom: 6.5”

Height: 5”

Notes:

1. The first part of the basket is worked in continuous rounds of single crochet. Then the work is joined and continued in textured stitches.

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:

Chain – ch

Slip Stitch – sl st

Single crochet – sc

Half Double Crochet – hdc

Repeat – rep

Round(s) – rnd(s)

Skip – sk

Stitch(es) – st(s)

Instructions:

Ch 2.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Do not join.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in ea sc around (12 sc) Place marker in last st and move up at the end of each rnd.

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Rnd 3: (Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) around. (18 sc)

Rnd 4: (Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st) around. (24 sc)

Rnd 5: (Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st) around. (30 sc)

Rnd 6: (Sc in next st 4 sts, 2 sc in next st) around. (36 sc)

Rnd 7: (Sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st) around. (42 sc)

Rnd 8: (Sc in next 6 sts, 2 sc in next st) around. (48 sc)

Rnd 9: Sc in each st around. Join with a sl st to first sc. (48 sc)

Rnd 10: Ch 1 (does NOT count as st), sc in same st as sl st. Sk 1 st, 3 hdc in next st. *Sk 1 st, sc in next st. Sk 1 st, 3 hdc in next st. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc.

Rnd 11: Ch 1 (does NOT count as hdc), 3 hdc in same st as sl st. Sk 1 st, sc in next st. *Sk 1 st, 3 hdc in sc. Sk 1 st, sc in next st. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to beg hdc. Sl st in next hdc.

Rnds 12-15: Rep rnds 10-11.

Rnd 16: Rep rnd 10 once more.

Rnd 17: Ch 1 (does NOT count as st) sc in ea st around (48 sc)

Rnd 18: Ch 1 (does NOT count as st) sc in next  3 sc. Ch 12, sk next 9 sc, sc in next sc. Sc in the remaining 35 sc. Join with sl st to first sc.  

Rnd 19: Ch 1 (does NOT count as st) sc in next 3 sc. Sc in next 12 ch (handle made). Sc in remaining 35 sc. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off and weave in ends.

That’s it – 19 rounds and you’re done! Now you have a beautiful multi-purpose crochet basket that can be used in a variety of rooms throughout the house. Enjoy!

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