A handmade washcloth ticks all the boxes. Learn or practice a new stitch pattern. Use up yarn from your stash and the washcloth is virtually free to make. The washcloth is also one small way to make a positive impact on the environment. Best of all, it adds just a touch of style to your home décor!

Choose your favorite worsted weight mercerized cotton to make this quick, beginner friendly washcloth pattern. The washcloth is worked with alternating rows of single crochet and crossed double crochet, a fun stitch pattern that creates a subtle texture. It’s finished off with a basic single crochet border for a simple yet elegant solution to your bath linen needs.

Written in English using US crochet terminology

Skill level: Beginner

Yarn: The sample is worked in Lion Brand “24/7 Cotton”. However, any worsted weight mercerized cotton will work.

The PDF includes detailed written instructions, links to video tutorials for special stitches used (invisible join and stacked single crochet) and a crochet chart.