This pretty textured crochet dishcloth pattern is one of the 4 dishcloth patterns I gave you a preview of a few weeks back. It’s amazing what a rich and complex design can be achieved with only two basic crochet stitches. This pattern is perfect for beginners … if you know how to work a single crochet and a double crochet, you are all set! I’ve also included a video below to walk you through the stitch. If you need a refresher, check out my stitch tutorials for how to do a single crochet here and how to do a double crochet here.
Here is a closer look at the great texture …
Textured 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
This free pattern is written in U.S. crochet terms and abbreviations. Stitch counts are provided at the end of each round to help you keep on track.
Resources and tutorials you may find helpful in following this pattern: Crochet Abbreviations, U.S. to U.K. Crochet Conversion Chart.
Textured Crochet Stitch Pattern {Video Tutorial} (see video below).
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.
Ch 26.
Row 1: Work [1 sc, 2 dc] in 2nd ch from hook, skip next 2 ch, *work [1 sc, 2 dc] in next, skip next 2 ch, rep from * across until last 3 ch, skip next 2 ch, 1 sc in last ch, turn — 25 sts.
Row 2: Ch 1 (does not count as st), work [1 sc, 2 dc] in first st, skip next 2 sts, *work [1 sc, 2 dc] in next, skip next 2 sts, rep from * across until last 3 sts, skip next 2 sts, 1 sc in last st, turn — 25 sts.
Rows 3 – 18: Rep Row 2.
Row 19: Ch 1 (does not count as st), work 1 sc in each st across, do not turn or fasten off — 25 sts.
Click here to reference Crochet Stitch Chart Symbols.
Edging
Round 1: Work 2 sc in same st as last sc of Row 19, continue working a sc edge around washcloth along next 3 sides, working 3 sc in each corner. Join in 1st sc of Row 19.
Round 2: Ch 1 (does not count as st), work a sc edge around, working 3 sc in each corner, join.
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Be sure to check out the other dishcloth patterns in the series … shown below from left to right: Textured Dishcloth (in this post), Seeing Squares Dishcloth, Crunchy Stitch Dishcloth, and Three Color Simple Stitch Dishcloth. You can also find even more kitchen crochet patterns by clicking here.
Can you use the foundation single crochet for this?
I did. However, instead of the last fsc in the starting row, I used a chain 1. (I used a different starting number than the designer, since I have finer yarn, but had I planned to do the 26 starting chains in fsc, I would have done 25fsc+ch1. I’m no expert but but it worked!)
Recently, I remembered a shawl I crocheted from a pattern in a crochet magazine from over a decade ago (I no longer have the shawl to use as a reference). I have been wracking my brain to remember the stitch pattern. I think this is it! I’m so excited to have found this dishcloth pattern, because now I have the stitch pattern that I loved from that shawl.
Thank you so much. Looks very enjoyable. Gives me something to look forward too.
This pattern was very easy for my beginner self to follow and the dish cloth that I made is so beautiful. Im back to make more because I haven’t found another pattern that makes a cloth as beautiful as this. I struggle to read patterns and this one I was able to follow. Thanks for sharing it.
Hello there!
I’m thinking of making these smaller as coasters; I tried the multiple of 3+2 that someone in the comments said but something is off. Is the multiple of 3+2 for this correct?
Thank you!
It worked for me! I started with 35 (actually 34 fsc+ch1, which is the 3+2 formula).
I agree Eunice. I have tried the 3+2 multiple and end up with 2 stitches at the end instead of 3.
Hi, I have used this pattern to make blankets for both my grandies. They are beautiful finished with a scalloped edging. I have also recommended this to friends. Thank you for such a pretty pattern.
Is there anyway possible you could do a you tube video for this pattern for us new crocheters?,
Hi Ruthanne 🙂 I have now included a video of this stitch pattern in the post! Hope it helps!
Hey Kara! Nice pattern! If you are interested I am very good at making diagrams of crochet work. I do it by hand, it takes me a couple of hours to a couple of days depending on how complicated the pattern is.
Love your website . I been practicing on improving my crocheting this summer . I want to make some dish cloths because I’m tired of running out of sponges and they smell all yucky the next day . So why not make some of these to save me money and I can just throw in the hand wash cycle in the machine ? Will tell everyone about this page.
I really love this pattern, it’s easy and beautiful. Thank you and I appreciate the fact that it is free!!
Is the textured dishcloth pattern a trinity stitch?
I’m not seeing the difference between this pattern and the Crunchy stitch cloth, am I misreading something? Thanks
I finally figured it out, but does this stitch have a name? Seems similar to Suzette stitch and another stitch. The fabric feels nice 🙂
Hi there. I loved the look of this. I used a 5.5mm hook so I had to cut it short about 11 rows. I am confused by the edging. Where to insert the hook alone the side ends. And also how to join the first stitch of the last row.
Hi Tiffany 🙂 I have added a video of the stitch pattern to this post. Hopefully that will help!
The video does not show the edging and I am also struggling with that part.
Am working on crunchy stitch dishcloth with an I hook. The 26 sts don’t seem to be enough for an 8 in. Any suggestions? Thanks
Hmmm … it should get you close to 8 in. Perhaps the chain is coming out too tight? You can try chaining with a larger hook and then switching back to the I for your first row.
I love these dishcloth patterns! I have a question–I also love the cotton colors that you used for the samples – please share the brand of cotton as well as the color names! I need to get these particulat colors of these lighter shades of greens and oranges – thanks in advance!!!
Hi Cathleen 🙂 Unfortunately, the yarn I used for these has been discontinued. It was an awesome organic cotton from Knit Picks but they no longer carry it.
My first time using cotton yarn and making a dish cloth. It was an easy and fun pattern. I am very happy with the final product. I plan to give some as gifts for Christmas.
I love making this dish cloth. Thank you for the pattern.
I absolutely love this pattern! It makes such a beautiful dishcloth. I was wondering if I would be able to sell the dishcloths I make using this pattern. Of course I would use my own pictures (so people know what mine look like) and link back to your pattern here.
Hi Nichole 🙂 So glad you like it! Yes, it is absolutely fine with me if you sell your finished dishcloths. Thanks for asking and good luck!
I made one this morning and it worked up so quickly and beautifully! I would like to link your post to a blog post I’m writing with beginner crochet tips if I have your permission!
Thanks for sharing this fun pattern!
Of course, I would be honored 🙂 So glad you liked it!!
I LOVE this pattern 🙂 I’m running into a small problem. Everything is nice and textured and symmetrical and tight….except between my first 26 chains and the next row of the first “clusters” the gap in that “skip 2 chains” is showing through in my end product. How are you able to avoid this? Am I missing something somewhere?
I’m having the same issue. Did you receive an answer?
Hi,
Is the pattern supposed to start with 27? I have been using the 26 to start and it doesn’t leave 3 chains.
Hi did Kara ever reply to you? I’m running into the same problem.
Also what are the multiples in this pattern as I would like to make it a little larger.
Thank you
Hi Elisia 🙂
The multiple of this pattern is to chain a multiple of 3+2
I would like to know how many chains I should crochet in the beginning if I want to make it a little wider?
P.S. I have made your Crunchy Stitch dishcloth, I’m using it as a washcloth and it feels amazing! It scrubs really well! 😀 and the pattern was really addictive… 🙂
I must be doing something wrong :(. I think (ha!) I am following the pattern correctly, but it keeps getting shorter and shorter. Not sure exactly what I’m doing wrong. Please help!
Nevermind. I’m an idiot 🙂
Can you explain what you were doing wrong? I must be another idiot because I somehow keep losing stitches every row! haha
The most common places for people to skip stitches are at the beginning and end of the row. After you finish a row, count to make sure you did t skip one. Hope that helps 🙂
Hi Kara 🙂
What’s the multiple of this pattern if I want to make it bigger ??
Thanks for a great pattern 🙂
Thanks for the pattern. I enjoyed making these dishcloths. The size was perfect.
So glad you liked them!
This is my favorite pattern for cloths. I use it all the time
Hi. I made up this dishcloth, but with a couple of modifications. I use the Sugar ‘n Cream yarn and it’s pretty chunky. So, I began with 27 stiches, then did a second row of sc only. Then, I began the pattern, but with a ch 2 at the beginning of each row, instead of a ch 1. A ch 1 was just too tight and it came out warped. (I do have a fairly tight stitch.) I really love this. It makes up super quickly! Thank you.
I just finished making this. What a pretty pattern!
I was looking fora nice pattern for Christmas gifts. This one is perfect.
So glad you like it, Trish!
Oh this is perfect! I am making a “Kitchen set” for my friend for her birthday in bright summery colors-I have the towel topper, pot holders, larger towels to dry glasses and a sachet for potpourri. I have been looking for a more textured dishcloth and I really like the looks of this! Thank you so much!
What a great gift idea! You are a good friend 🙂
Thank you so much, it was very kind of you to share these as free patterns! I just finished my first one and it came out great! Love the texture this stitch pattern gives.. will definitely be making more.
So glad you like them! It’s my pleasure 🙂
Great pattern. After chaining on stitches, I did one row of single crochet and then started the Row 2 instructions. Also after completing I did a crab stitch around to finish it off. Just love the textures of these.
I too am a beginner and am still in the learning process of reading patterns. It seemed easy while reading it until I started it. I was on my 6th row until I noticed that it was lopsided. I either had too many stitches on one end or not enough. I have pulled it apart to crochet back together 3 times and still can’t figure out what I’m doing wrong. I would love for you make a tutorial possibly in the future. I’m more of a visual learner then read and figure out what I’m doing. Placement of the hook and where stitches are to go is my biggest issue. Any help at all would be greatly appreciated. Your work is beautiful btw.
I, too, am a beginner crocheter. I’ve been getting along fine with projects including a large afghan and a round lapghan. With this project, which I’m making 12 of for an upcoming bridal shower (gifts), I have trouble knowing where to place the border stitches on the side. Seems no matter how I try (I’ve made 4) each one ends up a little lopsided looking. Can you tell me, after making the first corner on the first border round, how many stitches for each side between corner stitches? And the same for the second round. Would be a great help to me.
Hi Anita 🙂 You would work 1 sc per row up the sides. Hope that helps!
I love this pattern; I am having a hard time b/c I am new but when adding the border on the sides; I’m not sure where to make the sc’s (not the top and bottom). I can see where the sc goes on the top and bottom but I have no clue on the sides where to add the sc’s. Thank you 🙂
Hi Jen 🙂 When working the edging on the sides, work 1 sc per row. Hope that helps!
I am in love with these patterns. What brand of yarn and colors did you use in the pictures?
So glad you like them Cathy! The yarn I used for those pictured was a cotton yarn from Knit Picks but they no longer carry it. They have one now called Dishie but I have not used it so can’t really tell you how it is. Sorry 🙁
I love this pattern! I’ve used it on a couple dish cloths for me and another for my sister!! Thank you
So happy to hear you enjoy it 🙂
Thank you for sharing your free patterns, they are all beautiful. Your hard work and talent is greatly appreciated.
Love this Kara! I’ve been following your dishcloth posts this summer and they are ALL good. I love the colors you chose. Thanks for sharing at Hookin On Hump Day!
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Hi,
This looks like a great pattern. I will be using it in the couple of weeks.
Thank you for sharing it.
Hi Kara,
I am hoping to enlarge this and make it into a prop blanket for a photog friend. Thanks for the great “textured” pattern. Textured was the one thing that she said that she wanted!
I want to thank you for the nice patterns. I do not crochet near as what I used to. The reason I made these is that your finished projects always look so professional. Believe me, that is important. Any way, you started me up again. I thank you.
It’s beautiful! Thanks for sharing!
My pleasure, Alexis! Hope you enjoy it 🙂
I love this pattern! It worked up quick and the texture is perfect.
Thanks for sharing.
I’m so glad to hear that, Lori!
Hi Kara. This is a very nice dishcloth. Once again – thanks for sharing your pattern with us. 🙂
Glad you like it, Debi!
Hi Kara !
The pattern is beautiful !
But for those who speaks other language, it’s a little more complicate to follow the explanation…graphics are understandable for everybody !
But I will try your pattern…
Have a great day !
Hug
Anna
I know, Anna, I am sorry about that 🙁 So far I haven’t had much luck finding programs that easily allow me to make stitch diagrams. Do you know of any? I would love to start including them with my patterns.
Nice pattern !! thanks for sharing ! 🙂 If I replace sc with dc and dc with tr, will this work the same way? I usually work with a thinner yarn.
I think that might make the dishcloth too lacy, but it may work. Perhaps doubling up the strands of yarn would work better 🙂