Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 9 hours ago
Learn how to crochet an easy crochet washcloth featuring the cute and classic granny stitch pattern in 7 sizes with this video tutorial using your favorite worsted weight cotton yarn. This washcloth is a great project to work in a solid color, or bust out your yarn scraps and work in fun stripes or a color block pattern.
There is no doubt that handmade washcloths are great for washing dishes with, and also feel fantastic against the skin in the shower, though worked in the classic granny stitch pattern, I do question if the soap would go right through the holes or if I'd get annoyed at feeling the other side of things against my hands through the holes?
For me, the lacy stitch pattern of these granny stitch washcloths makes for a beautiful, decorative washcloth to display in the kitchen or bathroom, use as a doily or even as a coaster or use just for drying off hands and dishes and not washing anything with it UNTIL you see my upcoming update that I am working on with Stitch Soak Scrub Yarn from my Yarn Crafts and Coffee yarn shop to make these better for washing dishing and using in the shower - stay tuned!
The most common washcloth size is 8″ by 8″, but I know everybody has their size preferences so I aim to have square sizes from 4″ to 10″.
You'll Love These Other Granny Stitch Tutorials:
- Rectangle Shawl: youtu.be/giLDFtzSUJY
- Oversized Cowl: youtu.be/84ntheODWjg
- Scarf: youtu.be/FuuSxXdGA84
- Beanie: youtu.be/npd6CEJFJ_0
You May Like These Other Worsted Weight Yarn Washcloth Tutorials:
- Shay [Single Crochet]: youtu.be/FggRPS1oyms
- Landon [Moss Stitch]: youtu.be/mSP-arnWJb8
- Haylee [Half Double Crochet]: youtu.be/h8xT9Ud4KT0
You'll need 25 (30, 45, 60, 65, 80, 110) Yards of Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn – I used Queensland Cotton Coastal in the Cobalt and Malachite [Green] colorways, an H8/5mm crochet hook and tapestry needle.
Buy this yarn from my yarn shop: yarncraftsandcoffee.com/product/queensland-coastal-cotton-yarn-solids
Material Notes:
Yarn Alternative: WeCrochet Dishie Yarn
Linen also makes for a really lovely washcloth. It gets strong when wet, and gets softer and nicer with each wash. Linen blends often combine with cotton to add softness.
Originally, I used Lily Sugar n Cream Yarn in Bright Yellow and Blueberry (as shown in the intro of the video). In Queensland Coastal Cotton, Lemon and Calypso look similar.
I love my Koi Fish ergonomic crochet hook from SiennasBowtique on Etsy (affiliate link): tidd.ly/3AKVOMr
If you experience ruffling when working the border, this is caused from a change in tension, especially seen on the sides. My quick fix is to simply go down a hook size. You can also continue with the same hook you’ve been working with, and just block the finished washcloth. Usually, I run into this issue, but with the Queensland Coastal Cotton, I did not so I kept the same hook throughout.
Time Spent:
I had the 7″ in just under 45 minutes.
Sizes:
4", 5", 6", 7", 8", 9", 10"
Gauge - Measured in Pattern:
- 5 clusters + spaces aka 15 stitches = 4 1/8" wide
- 8 Rows = 4" tall
When working the pattern, the border will add about 1/2″ to the width and height. After working about 4 – 6 rows, you can measure the width, add in the border, and you will know if the finished size will be where you want it to be. The height is even easier to see as you can measure as you go, and stop when you get close to your desired height making sure to figure in the border.
Blog subscribers can download a free copy of the PDF anytime from the Free File Library with the password found in the most recent newsletter - it's free to sign up: yarn-crafts-coffee.myflodesk.com/fmpwy17v72
You can find the free written pattern on my EyeLoveKnots blog: eyeloveknots.com/2024/10/granny-stitch-crochet-washcloth-free-pattern.html
Buy the ad-free, printer friendly PDF on Ravelry: ravelry.com/patterns/library/grace-tinley-washcloth
Time Stamp:
00:00 Intro, Materials & Sizing
06:16 How to Make a Slip Knot
06:49 How to Crochet a Chain
07:09 How to Count Crochet Chains
07:23 Chart: How Many Chains by Size
07:28 Row 1 and How to Double Crochet (US DC)
10:58 Row 2
13:59 Remaining Rows
15:17 How to Count Half Double Crochet Rows
15:54 Checkpoint: Measure the Width
12:43 How to Adjust Size
16:46 Chart: How Many Rows by Size
17:13 Overview of Border
17:58 Start Border Without Hanging Loop
19:30 Start Border With Hanging Loop
22:46 Any Style: First Corner
24:01 How to Crochet Evenly in Single Crochet Down the Side
28:45 How to Crochet into the Opposite Side of the Foundation Chain
30:46 How to Evenly Crochet in Single Crochet Up the Side
32:26 Finish Border Without Loop
33:37 Finish Border With Loop
34:53 How to Weave in Crochet Ends
38:57 Outro
Learn how to crochet an easy crochet washcloth featuring the cute and classic granny stitch pattern in 7 sizes with this video tutorial using your favorite worsted weight cotton yarn. This washcloth is a great project to work in a solid color, or bust out your yarn scraps and work in fun stripes or a color block pattern.
There is no doubt that handmade washcloths are great for washing dishes with, and also feel fantastic against the skin in the shower, though worked in the classic granny stitch pattern, I do question if the soap would go right through the holes or if I'd get annoyed at feeling the other side of things against my hands through the holes?
For me, the lacy stitch pattern of these granny stitch washcloths makes for a beautiful, decorative washcloth to display in the kitchen or bathroom, use as a doily or even as a coaster or use just for drying off hands and dishes and not washing anything with it UNTIL you see my upcoming update that I am working on with Stitch Soak Scrub Yarn from my Yarn Crafts and Coffee yarn shop to make these better for washing dishing and using in the shower - stay tuned!
The most common washcloth size is 8″ by 8″, but I know everybody has their size preferences so I aim to have square sizes from 4″ to 10″.
You'll Love These Other Granny Stitch Tutorials:
- Rectangle Shawl: youtu.be/giLDFtzSUJY
- Oversized Cowl: youtu.be/84ntheODWjg
- Scarf: youtu.be/FuuSxXdGA84
- Beanie: youtu.be/npd6CEJFJ_0
You May Like These Other Worsted Weight Yarn Washcloth Tutorials:
- Shay [Single Crochet]: youtu.be/FggRPS1oyms
- Landon [Moss Stitch]: youtu.be/mSP-arnWJb8
- Haylee [Half Double Crochet]: youtu.be/h8xT9Ud4KT0
You'll need 25 (30, 45, 60, 65, 80, 110) Yards of Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn – I used Queensland Cotton Coastal in the Cobalt and Malachite [Green] colorways, an H8/5mm crochet hook and tapestry needle.
Buy this yarn from my yarn shop: yarncraftsandcoffee.com/product/queensland-coastal-cotton-yarn-solids
Material Notes:
Yarn Alternative: WeCrochet Dishie Yarn
Linen also makes for a really lovely washcloth. It gets strong when wet, and gets softer and nicer with each wash. Linen blends often combine with cotton to add softness.
Originally, I used Lily Sugar n Cream Yarn in Bright Yellow and Blueberry (as shown in the intro of the video). In Queensland Coastal Cotton, Lemon and Calypso look similar.
I love my Koi Fish ergonomic crochet hook from SiennasBowtique on Etsy (affiliate link): tidd.ly/3AKVOMr
If you experience ruffling when working the border, this is caused from a change in tension, especially seen on the sides. My quick fix is to simply go down a hook size. You can also continue with the same hook you’ve been working with, and just block the finished washcloth. Usually, I run into this issue, but with the Queensland Coastal Cotton, I did not so I kept the same hook throughout.
Time Spent:
I had the 7″ in just under 45 minutes.
Sizes:
4", 5", 6", 7", 8", 9", 10"
Gauge - Measured in Pattern:
- 5 clusters + spaces aka 15 stitches = 4 1/8" wide
- 8 Rows = 4" tall
When working the pattern, the border will add about 1/2″ to the width and height. After working about 4 – 6 rows, you can measure the width, add in the border, and you will know if the finished size will be where you want it to be. The height is even easier to see as you can measure as you go, and stop when you get close to your desired height making sure to figure in the border.
Blog subscribers can download a free copy of the PDF anytime from the Free File Library with the password found in the most recent newsletter - it's free to sign up: yarn-crafts-coffee.myflodesk.com/fmpwy17v72
You can find the free written pattern on my EyeLoveKnots blog: eyeloveknots.com/2024/10/granny-stitch-crochet-washcloth-free-pattern.html
Buy the ad-free, printer friendly PDF on Ravelry: ravelry.com/patterns/library/grace-tinley-washcloth
Time Stamp:
00:00 Intro, Materials & Sizing
06:16 How to Make a Slip Knot
06:49 How to Crochet a Chain
07:09 How to Count Crochet Chains
07:23 Chart: How Many Chains by Size
07:28 Row 1 and How to Double Crochet (US DC)
10:58 Row 2
13:59 Remaining Rows
15:17 How to Count Half Double Crochet Rows
15:54 Checkpoint: Measure the Width
12:43 How to Adjust Size
16:46 Chart: How Many Rows by Size
17:13 Overview of Border
17:58 Start Border Without Hanging Loop
19:30 Start Border With Hanging Loop
22:46 Any Style: First Corner
24:01 How to Crochet Evenly in Single Crochet Down the Side
28:45 How to Crochet into the Opposite Side of the Foundation Chain
30:46 How to Evenly Crochet in Single Crochet Up the Side
32:26 Finish Border Without Loop
33:37 Finish Border With Loop
34:53 How to Weave in Crochet Ends
38:57 Outro
