I love making crocheted washcloths! They are simple and quick to make and are an excellent way to use up leftover yarn. They also make perfect gifts! Not only are washcloths perfect for bridal or baby showers, but they are also perfect to pair with body wash/bubble bath for Christmas gifts for teachers, coworkers, etc. and are even fun to make for yourself! I am creating these washcloths for our Operation Christmas Child projects in which you fill shoeboxes for children in need around the world. Although we pack ours full of fun toys and toiletries, I love making homemade washcloths to include in each box!
The Raised RimWashcloth was designed with a fun textured pattern; however, the back side of the washcloth is just as pretty as the front!
Let’s get started!
Raised Rim Washcloth Crochet Pattern:
Necessary Supplies: J crochet hook, 100% Cotton Yarn (Medium Weight – approximately 60 yd), Scissors, Yarn Needle
Yarn Used: Lily Cotton Sugar n’ Cream
Size: 6.75″ x 7.5″
Directions:
Row 1: Ch 26.
Row 2: Complete 1 sc in the 2nd st. *Ch 2. Skip the next 2 st (3rd and 4th st). Complete 1 sc in the next st (5th st).* Repeat pattern enclosed in the * * until the end of the row. Ch 2 and turn.
Row 3: (Ch 2 = 1st dc) *Complete 2 dc in the next ‘ch 2’ space. Complete 1 fpdc around the sc st.* Repeat the pattern enclosed in the * * until the last ‘ch 2’ space. Complete 2 dc in the last ‘ch 2’ space. Complete 1 dc in the last st. Ch 2 and turn.
Row 4: (Ch 2 = 1st dc) *Complete 1 dc in each of the 2nd and 3rd st and 1 bpdc in the 4th st.* Repeat the pattern enclosed in the * * until the last 3 st. Complete 1 dc/st in each of the last 3 st. Ch 2 and turn.
Row 5: (Ch 2 = 1st dc) *Complete 1 dc in each of the 2nd and 3rd st and 1 fpdc in the 4th st.* Repeat the pattern enclosed in the * * until the last 3 st. Complete 1 dc/st in each of the last 3 st. Ch 1 and turn.
Row 6: Complete 1 sc in the 1st st (same st as ch 1). *Ch 2. Skip the 2 dc st. Complete 1 sc in the next st (fpdc from row 5).* Repeat the pattern enclosed in the * * until the end of the row. Ch 2 and turn.
Repeat rows 3-6 three times. During the last repetition, do not complete the “ch 2 and turn” on row 6.
Border: Ch 1 and turn. Begin with the top edge. Complete 3 sc in each ‘ch 2’ space along the top edge of the washcloth. (24 st) Rotate to the nearest side edge. Complete 2 sc around each dc post along the side edge of the washcloth. (24 st) Rotate to the bottom edge. Complete 3 sc in each ‘ch 2’ space along the bottom edge. (24 st) Rotate to the remaining side edge. Complete 2 sc around each dc post along the side edge. (24 st) Sl st with the 1st sc on the top edge.
Weave strands into the washcloth.
The Raised Rim Washcloth crochet pattern is also available to purchase in PDF format on both Etsy and Ravelry. Click on the link below to purchase the pattern in PDF format on Etsy.
Raised Rim Washcloth Crochet Pattern
Happy crocheting!
