The Stonewashed Linen Extended Single Crochet Dishcloth: A Free Pattern for a Textured, Absorbent Kitchen Companion

The Stonewashed Linen Extended Single Crochet Dishcloth: A Free Pattern for a Textured, Absorbent Kitchen Companion

Elevate your kitchen routine with this beautifully textured dishcloth, worked in a soothing, heathered palette. The extended single crochet stitch creates a dense, highly absorbent fabric that is both practical and a joy to use. Whether you're a beginner looking for a quick, satisfying project or an experienced crocheter seeking a mindful make, this pattern delivers a modern, handmade touch to your daily chores. The subtle, woven-like grid of the stitch pattern, combined with a contrasting border, makes this dishcloth a true kitchen companion that's as beautiful as it is functional.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Lily Sugar'n Cream or similar 100% cotton worsted weight yarn (approx 1 oz / 28g per dishcloth). Shown in: 'Stonewashed Blue' and 'Ecru'.
• Hook: US Size G/6 (4.0 mm) crochet hook
• Gauge: 14 extended single crochet stitches x 16 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in pattern. Gauge is not critical for this project, but consistency will ensure a square shape.
• Other: Yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Finished Size

Approximately 8 inches (20 cm) square.

Special Stitch

Extended Single Crochet (esc): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop (2 loops on hook), yarn over and pull through one loop (still 2 loops on hook), yarn over and pull through both loops. This creates a taller, more textured single crochet.

Pattern

Row 1: Chain 26. Work 1 esc into the 3rd chain from the hook (the skipped chains count as the first esc). Work 1 esc into each remaining chain across. (24 esc). Chain 1, turn.

Row 2: Work 1 esc into the first stitch (the top of the previous row's esc). Work 1 esc into each stitch across. (24 esc). Chain 1, turn.

Rows 3-30: Repeat Row 2 until the dishcloth measures approximately 8 inches (20 cm) from the beginning, or until it is square. The last row should be a right-side row.

Edging (optional but recommended)

Do not fasten off. Work a round of single crochet evenly around all four edges of the dishcloth, working 3 single crochet into each corner to turn. When you reach the starting corner, slip stitch to the first single crochet. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Tip

For a hanging loop, chain 10 before fastening off, then slip stitch back into the corner to form a loop.