16 Free Crochet Washcloth and Dishcloth Patterns

Last week, I published a coral-colored crochet washcloth pattern (the Carrot Stitch Washcloth) and got a huge response! The carrot stitch crochet dishcloth pattern was such a hit that I thought I’d round up a few of my favorite crochet dishcloth patterns and crochet washcloth patterns from around the web. Scroll down to check out 16 free crochet patterns for washcloths and dishcloths!

Washcloths and dishcloths are handy in the kitchen and bathroom (think drying dishes or washing little faces), plus they work up super quickly. A couple of these babies would make an adorable gift for Mother’s Day or a friend’s housewarming party. If you’re new to crocheting or like to learn new stitches, dish cloths and washcloths are an excellent way to practice new techniques or learn how to Tunisian crochet.

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Before you get started crocheting a pile of new washcloths and dishcloths, make sure you round up your supplies! To crochet a dishcloth, you’ll need:

• Worsted weight, 100% cotton yarn (I love Lily Sugar ‘n Cream and Dishie)
• H-5.0 mm or I-5.5 mm crochet hook (I usually use my trusty aluminum Boyes)
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors for trimming yarn

Crochet dishcloth patterns – clockwise, from top left:

• Tunisian Simple Stitch Dishcloth – Just Be Crafty
• Farm House Washcloth – Mama in a Stitch
• Tunisian Crochet Washcloths – My Poppet
• Carrot Stitch Washcloth – You Should Craft

Crochet washcloth patterns – clockwise, from top left:

• Easy Crochet Dishcloth – Flamingo Toes
• DIY Handmade Crochet Dishcloth – The Hook Nook
• Easy Thick Wash & Dishcloths – Dabbles & Babbles
• Blossom Stitch Washcloth – 5 Little Monsters

Crochet dishcloth patterns – clockwise, from top left:

• Color Block Crochet Washcloths – Persia Lou for Make and Takes
• My Favourite Crochet Washcloth – Lee Lee Knits
• Lovebird Crochet Washcloth – Just Be Crafty
• Spring Gingham Dishcloths – Left in Knots (don’t you love this pink gingham pattern?!)

Crochet washcloth patterns – clockwise, from top left:

• Easy Crochet Dishcloth – Penolopy Bulnick for Instructables
• Bath House Spa Washcloth – Mama in a Stitch
• Striped Dishcloths – The Stitchin’ Mommy
• Primrose Dishcloth Pattern – Dabbles & Babbles

Bonus Patterns!

• Berry Cabled Dishcloth – You Should Craft (see above)
• Ripple Dish Towel – You Should Craft (technically this is a dish towel pattern, not a crochet dishcloth pattern, but both are crocheted with cotton yarn and handy to have in your kitchen)

Aaaand that’s a wrap. Hopefully this roundup gave you lots of crochet dishcloth and crochet washcloth ideas and inspiration! Now for the important questions:

• Which dishcloth or washcloth are you going to crochet first?
• What color yarn will you choose?
• Will you keep your crochet dishcloths for yourself, or share them with friends?