Crochet Star Dishcloth

Step into the world of crochet and discover the enchanting Stellar Dishcloth, a truly one-of-a-kind creation that will add a touch of celestial charm to your kitchen. This delightful dishcloth is not your ordinary kitchen accessory; it is a star-shaped wonder that combines functionality with artistic flair. Crafted with love and care, the Stellar Dishcloth is a testament to the beauty and versatility of crochet. Made from soft and durable yarn, the Stellar Dishcloth is gentle on your dishes while effectively removing dirt and grime. Its star shape provides ample surface area for efficient cleaning, ensuring that your dishes sparkle and shine. Whether you use it for everyday cleaning or for special occasions, the Stellar Dishcloth will elevate your kitchen experience to new heights.

Materials:

Worsted Weight cotton yarn
Size H or I hook
Yarn needle (to weave in ends)

Finish size: About 7 ½” inches point to point.

Different Stitches:

Sc Decrease next 2 sts together: [insert hook in next st, yarn over, pull up a loop] Do this 2 times, yarn over and pull thru all 3 loops on hook.

Directions:

Rnd 1: Ch2, 5 sc in 2nd chain from hook, join with sl st to first sc.
(5sc)

Note: When you ch5 for points make sure you don’t chain to tightly, try to stay somewhat loose.

Rnd 2: 1 sc in same st as joining, ch5, 1 sc in 2nd chain from hook, 1 sc in each of the next 3 chains, 1 sc in same st, [1 sc in next st, ch5, 1 sc in 2nd chain from hook, 1 sc in each of the next 3 chains, 1 sc in same st] Do this 4 times, join with sl st to first sc.
(30sc)

Note: A free loop is the loop left free from working in a chain. Like when you work stitches into a starting chain, on the side opposite of starting chain from where the stitches are worked there are loops.

Rnd 3: Ch1, sc decrease same st as joining and next free loop together,, 1 sc in each of the next 3 free loops, ch1, 1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, sc decrease next 2 sts together, [sc decrease next st and next free loop together, 1 sc in each of the next 3 free loops, ch1, 1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, sc decrease next 2 sts together] Do this 4 times, join with sl st to first st.
(40sc, 5-ch1 spaces)

Rnd 4: Ch1, sc decrease same st as joining and next st together, 1 sc in each of the next 2 stitches, 5 sc in next ch1 space, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, sc decrease next 2 sts together, [sc decrease next 2 sts together, 1 sc in each of the next 2 stitches, 5 sc in next ch1 space, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, sc decrease next 2 sts together] Do this 4 times, join with sl st to first st.
(55sc)

Rnd 5: Ch1, sc decrease same st as joining and next st together, 1 sc in each of the next 3 stitches, 5 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, sc decrease next 2 sts together, [sc decrease next 2 sts together, 1 sc in each of the next 3 stitches, 5 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, sc decrease next 2 sts together] Do this 4 times, join with sl st to first st.
(65sc)

Rnd 6: Ch1, sc decrease same st as joining and next st together, 1 sc in each of the next 4 stitches, 5 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 4 sts, sc decrease next 2 sts together, [sc decrease next 2 sts together, 1 sc in each of the next 4 stitches, 5 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 4 sts, sc decrease next 2 sts together] Do this 4 times, join with sl st to first st.
(75sc)

Rnd 7: Sl st in next st, ch1, 1 sc in same st, 1 sc in each of the next 5 sts, 5 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 6 sts, [sc decrease next 2 sts together, 1 sc in each of the next 6 sts, 5 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 6 sts] Do this 4 times, sc decrease next st and same st as joining (working over joining sl st from Rnd 6) together, join with sl st to first sc.
(90sc)

Rnd 8: Ch1, 1 sc in same st as joining, 1 sc in each of the next 7 sts, (2 sc, ch2, 2 sc) all in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 8 sts, sl st in next st, [1 sc in each of the next 8 sts, (2 sc, ch2, 2 sc) all in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 8 sts, sl st in next st] Do this 4 times, join with sl t to first sc.
(100sc. 5 sl sts, 5-ch2’s)

Finish off and weave in ends.