Crochet Waffle Stitch Dishcloth/Washcloth Pattern with a Video

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I love textured stitches, and the Crochet Waffle Stitch Dishcloth has quickly become one of my favorites.

The waffle stitch creates a rich, squishy fabric and it’s actually easier to crochet than it looks. All you need to know are two basic stitches: the Double Crochet and the Front Post Double Crochet (which is just a variation of the double crochet).

This project is perfect if you’re already comfortable with double crochet and want to try something a little more fun.

I’ve also put together a short step-by-step video so you can see exactly how it’s done and make your own dishcloth from start to finish.

In the video, I make a smaller version using a light worsted yarn (#3), while in this written pattern, I use worsted-weight (#4) yarn with a longer starting chain to create a larger dishcloth. The video shows the waffle stitch washcloth (without border).

For yarn, I like using 100% cotton. It’s strong, absorbent, and just feels nice and natural. Acrylic, on the other hand, doesn’t really soak up water well, so it’s not the best choice for washcloths.

I used a worsted #4 (10ply) cotton for mine, but you can easily try a lighter weight for a finer fabric or a thicker one for something extra squishy.

If you’re using a different yarn weight, adjust the hook size so the stitch pattern looks nice. A good place to start is the size suggested on your yarn label.

If the hook is too big, the fabric will be loose with larger gaps between the stitches. If it’s too small, the fabric can feel tight and harder to work with. You can always experiment a little, use a smaller hook for a denser fabric, or go up a size for something softer and drapier.

The waffle stitch does use a little more yarn since it creates that gorgeous three-dimensional texture, but I think it’s totally worth it.

The finished Crochet Waffle Stitch Dishcloth works up quickly and is super versatile. You can use it in the kitchen or bathroom, make it bigger for a hand towel, or even try it out for a baby blanket or throw.

If you’d like to change the size, it’s really simple. Just start with a multiple of 3 stitches, and add 2 extra at the end. That way, you can make it as small or as big as you like, from a tiny dishcloth to a full blanket.

Depending on your crochet experience, you could finish one in under an hour, or take a relaxing day with it if you’re just starting out.

Waffle Stitch Crochet Washcloth Pattern

Materials

• Yarn: 100% Cotton, worsted #4. (I used Dishie in Wisp and Light Gray)
• Hook: 5mm
• Scissors, yarn needle (for weaving in the ends)

Finished Size

8″ x 8″ (20cm)

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• Ch = chain
• St(s) = stitch(es)
• DC = double crochet
• FPDC = Front Post Double Crochet: Instead of inserting your hook into the next stitch, insert your hook from front to back around the next DC post and work a DC.

Pattern notes

• Adjust the size by chaining any multiple of 3 plus 2 for the width, and work until you have a square washcloth.
• Ch 1 at the beginning of a row does not count as a stitch and serves as a turning chain only.
• Ensure that you count your stitches so that you have the same number of stitches in each row.

Crochet Washcloth Instructions

Ch 35. To adjust the size, just chain a multiple of 3 plus 2. (A multiple of 3 is any number that divides evenly by 3, then simply add 2. For example, I chained 33 + 2, which makes 35 chains in total.)

Row 1: DC in third Ch from hook and each Ch across the row. (33 Sts here and in every row)

Row 2: Ch 2 (does not count as a stitch), turn. DC in first stitch, FPDC in next, *DC in next two stitches, FPDC in next. Repeat from * across the row. DC in the last St.

Row 3: Ch 2 (does not count as a stitch), turn. DC in first St, DC in next, *FPDC in next two Sts, DC in next. Repeat from * across the row. DC in the last St.

Repeat rows 2 and 3 until you reach your desired size.

The waffle stitch is not reversible, so the waffle texture only shows on one side. The back still has a textured look, just a bit different, as you can see in the photo below. So if the other side of your project looks like this, you’re doing it right!

If you’d like your dishcloth to look the same on both sides, take a look at my Double Waffle Baby Blanket. It uses a slight variation in the stitch order to create a reversible fabric, so the waffle texture shows up beautifully on both sides.

Optional Border

I don’t think a border is necessary, but if you would like to add something extra, you can try this border.

Round 1: Ch 1, turn to continue on the side of the rows. Work 3 SC stitches per waffle square.

Corners: SC, ch 1, SC in the same corner stitch.

Top and bottom: SC into each stitch across the top and bottom rows.

At the end of the round, slip stitch to the back loop of the first stitch.

Round 2: do not turn, continue in the same direction. Ch 1, SC in back loop only of each st. In the corner stitches, work SC, Ch 1, SC in the same corner stitch back loop. At the end of the round, sl st to first St.

Fasten off and weave in all ends.

Waffle Stitch Crochet Dishcloth Video Demonstration

https://youtu.be/RaYjdhvPRqs

Done! Enjoy your new dishcloth 🙂

If you enjoyed making this dishcloth, take a look at the washcloth crochet pattern bundle below! It’s full of fun and practical designs you’ll love.

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