Crochet Always Dishcloth
The Crochet Always Dishcloth is a delightful addition to any kitchen routine. With its charming design and practicality, this dishcloth brings a touch of handmade warmth to your daily chores. Crafted with care and attention to detail, it showcases the beauty of crochet artistry while offering a functional tool for keeping your kitchen spotless. Its soft texture makes scrubbing dishes a breeze, and its durability ensures it will withstand frequent use. Whether you are a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this dishcloth is a wonderful project to work on, bringing joy and usefulness to your home. Brighten up your kitchen with the Crochet Always Dishcloth, a lovely creation that adds a personal touch to your daily routine.
Materials:
RH 4 ply Color A = Aran, Color B = Country Blue, Color C = Country Rose
Crochet Hook: Size F or size needed for gauge.
Gauge: Square = 6".
Note:
Skill level: Intermediate.
Blocking: Block lightly and briefly with a warm damp pressing cloth on the reverse side of the square with a med-hot iron.
Instructions
Background Square:
Row 1:
With Color A and size F hook, ch 23, sc in second ch from hook and each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (22 scs)
Row 2 — 23:
Sc across. Ch 1, turn. Do not finish off at end of Row 23.
Edging:
Work 20 sc across each side, working 3 sc in corners. FO Color A. Block lightly.
Flower: (Make 2)
With Color C and size F hook, ch 5, join with a sl st.
Round 1:
Work (ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st in ring) 3 times. (Three petals)
Round 2:
Working behind petals, (ch 3, sl st in sl st) 3 times. (Three ch 3 spaces).
Round 3:
*Sl st in next ch 3 sp, ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st in same sp. (Working over sl st of previous round, yo, insert hook into center ring, yo, complete dc) 3 times. Ch 2, sl st in center ring. Continue from * around. Join with a sl st in first sl st. (Six petals)
Leaf: (Make 4)
Round 1: First half.
With Color B, ch 7, sl st in second ch from hook. In next sts work sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc.
Round 1: Second half
Working in back loops only of ch, work sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st..
Finish off leaving a tail for sewing.
Referring to picture for placement, embroider «always» in diagonal letters, with two plies of 4 ply yarn, Color B.