Nobody likes washing dishes, but you can at least wash the dishes in style using an attractive crocheted dishcloth. Hand-crocheted dishcloths tend to be much thicker and more luxurious than their factory-made counterparts. This tiny bit of luxury can help to make the task of washing dishes more pleasant.
Furthermore, dishcloths work up relatively quickly, and are typically easy to crochet; you don't have to worry about complicated shaping or finishing.
These free dishcloth patterns give you some fantastic options for crocheting your own beautiful dishcloths. Enjoy!
Earthtone Ombre Crochet Dishcloth Pattern
Photo © 2009 Amy Solovay, Licensed to About.com, Inc.
This chic dishcloth is crocheted in afghan stitch using two different variegated yarns, and then finished off with a simple edging of solid-colored single crochet. The multicolored yarns make the dishcloth look much more complex than it really is; the color changes are ultra-simple, but the overall effect is rich and sophisticated.
- See Close-Up photos of the dishcloth and the yarns used to make it
- See the matching potholders
Variegated Dishcloth in Camel, Blue and Shaded Brown Yarns
Camel and Blue Crocheted Dishcloth - Photo © 2009 Amy Solovay, Licensed to About.com, Inc.
This dishcloth is the same basic design as the one pictured above, but it has been re-colored. This version features two solid colors - blue and camel - paired with the shaded brown variegated yarn.
Blue Denim Ombre Crochet Dishcloth
Shaded Denim Crochet Dishcloth - Photo © 2009 Amy Solovay, Licensed to About.com, Inc.
This dishcloth is crocheted in soothing shades of denim blue, although you can easily substitute other colors if you prefer. The plaid effect you see here was a happy accident; it's entirely due to the color shading in the ombre yarn I used. If you work this pattern, your dishcloth will turn out to be a one-of-a-kind original, due to differences in yarn dye lots, plus differences in individual crochet work.
There are coordinating denim ombre potholders too.Lacy Openwork Cotton Dishcloth - Free Pattern and Tutorial
Photo © 2009 Amy Solovay, licensed to About.com, Inc.
This dishcloth is lavish and luxurious. It's much larger than average, making it useful as either a dishcloth or a dish towel - you could wash or dry a lot of dishes with it.
This pattern is presented as a step-by-step tutorial, with photos of every step. So, if you are new to crocheting, you'll be able to take a close look at all the little details.
- The edging for the dishcloth is optional, but it is quite a pretty finishing touch.
- There are matching potholders too.
