The next in our series of 4 Quick and Easy Crochet Dishcloth Patterns is this Seeing Squares Crochet Dishcloth Pattern. This dishcloth pattern makes for a refreshing change since it is worked from the center out. Add some splashes of color for a neat geometric design!
Seeing Squares Crochet Dishcloth Pattern
Here’s what you will need …
- approximately 80-90 yds of worsted weight cotton yarn,
such as Lily Sugar ‘n Cream or Lion Brand Kitchen Cotton - a US H-8/5.00 mm hook
- yarn needle and scissors for finishing
Resources and tutorials you may find helpful in following this crochet pattern: Crochet Abbreviations, U.S. to U.K. Crochet Conversion Chart, How to Make a Magic Ring {photo & video tutorial}.
Add this pattern to your Ravelry library.
Also available as a convenient 4 Dishcloth Pattern Pack on Ravelry here.
Finished washcloth measures approximately 8 inches square.
With CA, make a magic ring (as an alternative to the magic ring, you can ch 4 and join with a slip stitch in furthest chain from hook to form a ring).
Round 1: Ch 1 (does not count as st here and throughout), work 8 sc in ring, join — 8 sts.
Round 2: Ch 1, work 3 sc in first st, 1 sc in next, *3 sc in next, 1 sc in next, rep from * twice more, join — 16 sts.
Round 3: Join CB, ch 1, work 1 sc in first sc, *3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, rep from * twice more, 3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, join — 24 sts.
Round 4: Join CA, ch 1, work 1 sc in each of the first 2 sc, *3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 5 sts, rep from * twice more, 3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, join — 32 sts.
Round 5: Ch 1, work 1 sc in each of the first 3 sc, *3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 7 sts, rep from * twice more, 3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 4 sts, join — 40 sts.
Round 6: Join CC, ch 1, work 1 sc in each of the first 4 sc, *3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 9 sts, rep from * twice more, 3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 5 sts, join — 48 sts.
Round 7: Join CA, ch 1, work 1 sc in each of the first 5 sc, *3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 11 sts, rep from * twice more, 3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 6 sts, join — 56 sts.
Round 8: Ch 1, work 1 sc in each of the first 6 sc, *3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 13 sts, rep from * twice more, 3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 7 sts, join — 64 sts.
Round 9: Join CB, ch 1, work 1 sc in each of the first 7 sc, *3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 15 sts, rep from * twice more, 3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 8 sts, join — 72 sts.
Round 10: Join CA, ch 1, work 1 sc in each of the first 8 sc, *3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 17 sts, rep from * twice more, 3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 9 sts, join — 80 sts.
Round 11: Ch 1, work 1 sc in each of the first 9 sc, *3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 19 sts, rep from * twice more, 3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 10 sts, join — 88 sts.
Round 12: Join CC, ch 1, work 1 sc in each of the first 10 sc, *3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 21 sts, rep from * twice more, 3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 11 sts, join — 96 sts.
Round 13: Join CA, ch 1, work 1 sc in each of the first 11 sc, *3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 23 sts, rep from * twice more, 3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 12 sts, join — 104 sts.
Round 14: Ch 1, work 1 sc in each of the first 12 sc, *3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 25 sts, rep from * twice more, 3 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 13 sts, join — 112 sts.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Ready for another?! Try another dishcloth pattern from the series … shown below from front to back: Textured Dishcloth, Three Color Simple Stitch Dishcloth, Crunchy Stitch Dishcloth, and Seeing Squares Dishcloth (this post). Or click here for more kitchen crochet patterns.
the seeing squares pattern, round 6
it says there should be 48 stitches, but i only count 45
This is such a fun pattern! My first magic ring that worked for me, and this is the round that worked out for me. Thanks
I’m new at crocheting and I’m not sure what Join CC or Join CB mean?? Can you explain this please.
Color A Color B
I’m confused on the seeing squares pattern. Is the magic circle 8 stitches? The starting instructions say make a magic ring, or chain 4 and join. Then round 1 is 8 sc in the magic ring. So, is the magic ring 4 loops, then 2sc in each loop for Round 1? Or is the magic ring the Round 1 instruction, i.e. 8 loops, join, then ch1? Love this pattern but so confused!?!??
The 8 stitches for the first round go in the magic ring
I’m working my way through these patterns as some of my first crochet projects. I should’ve asked for your join method before starting this one (or maybe the issue is *where* I joined?)… I didn’t notice until I was done that the rows where I joined are all askew–the stripes don’t line up. Ha! I still like it.
You should make your join in the first stitch of that round … but make sure you do not work in the join at the end of your next round or else you will be adding stitches.
I’ve taken the yarn out to redo several times but with each round I keep counting more stitches than specified – 33 sts (or 32, not counting the first chain) Round 4 where it is supposed to have 32 sts, and 42 sts (or 41) for Round 5, with supposedly 40 sts, etc. By Round 6, I’m off by several sts and it’s obvious that I didn’t reach the sl st of the previous round. The cloth is coming up as sort of like square but the fabric does not sit flat, kind of wavy. I really like this pattern and I would like some help!
I am having that problem too. I think I am not doing something right with the join. Help!
I am having issues with the counts on the rounds too! Its not adding up for me
Placemats! Oops!
I love the Seeing Squares texture and would like to make place cloths with that pattern, using a heavier yarn. Could you tell me how to convert the shape from square to rectangle?
Hi Lisa 🙂 It would take some time for me to rework up the pattern to make them into place mats, but essentially, you just add more stitches to two of the sides and work the corners as for the dishcloth.
My seeing squares ends up askew – I have also taken it out several times and can’t seem to get it . . . any ideas? I can send a pic somehow. I have done the others, though, with great success!
My seeing square ones end up not being as square as yours and have a round shape. I have pulled it out time and time again but still can’t seem to see what I am doing wrong. Any tips?
Hmmm … what shape is it coming out?
Finished the textured one yesterday. Love it. Would you say for different sized projects that I could chain multiples of 2 + 1?
Also working on Seeing Squares. Had to turn & work in the other direction after several rounds. I’m a tight crocheter & projects like this tend to go slightly askew. But I do love the pattern.
So glad you are enjoying them! Yes, I do believe the 2+1 multiple would work for increasing the textured pattern 🙂
He! I’m trying yo do the Seeing Squares. Starting in Round 3 you have (5) 3 sc groupings. I have a pentagon instead of a square. Can you help me with this?
Hi Melissa 🙂 You are correct, the repeats after the asterisk should only be done twice more instead of three more times. I updated the pattern accordingly. Thanks so much for letting me know!
Thanks so much for your crochet dishcloth patterns – this is the second one I am making (I finished the textured dishcloth last night) – they are just lovely, a beautiful addition to my kitchen!
I am so happy to hear that you are enjoying them!
Oh I like this one two. I must make these….soon…thanks for the pattern again Kara. 🙂
Wanted to let you know this project was highlighted on the at play blog today!
http://atplayonline.com/2013/07/26/515/
Megan
Thanks so much!
I found you through Pinterest also, and I’m so happy I did! How many stitches did you use for the magic ring for this dishcloth? Thanks for the wonderful pattern!
They are all so pretty! I love each of them and can’t wait to try them out! I finished the Crunchy one now I need to find time to do the rest. 😉
I happily discovered your site through Pinterest and I am so glad I did. I have enjoyed looking through the older posts and projects. I tried the Textured dishcloth yesterday and love the result. I can’t wait to try the other dishcloths as well. Thanks so much for the inspiration.
Blessings to you.
I am so happy to hear that, Terri!! Welcome, welcome, welcome 🙂
What kind of yarn do you use? i buy at walmart and it get lintty when i wash my wash cloths and dish cloths
I used Knit Picks Simply Cotton Worsted and so far it washes beautifully. Unfortunately I bought it on clearance and I don’t think they have it anymore. I really love it too 🙁 But I have had good luck with Lion Brand’s Kitchen Cotton and Sugar ‘n Cream too. Hope that helps 🙂
Love these dishcloths! I’ve made the Crunchy and Textured and they turned out great…nice and easy too. Can’t wait to do Seeing Squares and Three-Color now! Thanks so much for sharing these patterns for free!
So glad you are enjoying them, Heather! The other two are out know if you’d like to give them a try. Here’s the link to all of them http://www.petalstopicots.com/tag/kitchen/
I love that textured dishcloth. I made myself a placemat that looks similar and I use it every day for breakfast. Nice way to start the day – its so cheerful. xoxox