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The Blanket Stitch Washcloth Pattern

Cotton washcloths are my go-to when I don’t have a lot of time to crochet because I can finish them pretty quickly, plus I really enjoy crocheting small and quick  projects – nothing like the feeling of completing a crochet project for some instant gratification!

One of my go-to patterns for washcloths is the blanket stitch pattern. I made a few baby blankets using this stitch and thought it would make great washcloths too. I think it looks really nice and gives them a great texture.

When I’m washing dishes I will often grab one of these washcloths before I grab any of my other styles. 

I’ve been using the same ones for several years and I can honestly say that this stitch has held up really well from the continual usage and being thrown regularly in the washer/dryer!

crochet blanket stitch washcloth

Using my pattern, I tried out two different brands of cotton yarn to see how they came out.

The bigger washcloth was made using Peaches & Creme cotton yarn (color mint). I used a bigger hook size (I9/5.5mm) because I’m a tight crocheter and this yarn is a little stiffer than others.

The washcloth ended up being about 8 inches by 8 inches.  If you are a tight crocheter and experience trouble with your stitches being too tight, try going up a hook size – it’ll make a world of difference!

With this mint colored washcloth, I also tried something a little different….I put a single crochet in each stitch for my last row.  At the time, I thought it would look nice, but I’m not a fan.  I like the wavy edge look better so, I didn’t add that part into the pattern. 

The other washcloth I made using the I Love This Cotton brand from Hobby Lobby.

I used a size H8/5mm hook because this yarn is really soft and glides easily over your hook.

The hook I’m using in the photo here is a Furls hook – my new favorite brand of hooks. 

i love this cotton yarn crochet

I quit using smaller yarn for a long time because I had trouble with my hands hurting, but now that I use Furls hooks, I can crochet for hours with no trouble!

crochet blanket stitch coral

I hope you will enjoy this pattern as much as I have. It’s perfect for crocheting washcloths and great for blankets too.

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crochet blanket stitch washcloth
The Blanket Stitch Washcloth Pattern

MATERIALS:
Cotton yarn
H8 / 5mm hook
Measuring tape
Yarn needle
Scissors

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ABBREVIATIONS:
CH  chain
DC  double crochet
SC  single crochet
SK  skip
ST(S) stitch(es)

PATTERN:

CH36 or any multiple of 3.

Row 1:  2DC in 3rd chain from hook, SK2 chains, place 1SC & 2DC in next chain, *SK next 2 chains, place 1SC & 2DC in next chain*.  Repeat from * to * until the last ST in row. Place 1SC in last ST in row. Turn.

Row 2:  CH2, place 2DC in 1st ST. *SK next 2STS (the 2DC from previous row), place 1SC and 2DC in next ST (the SC from previous row)*.  Repeat from * to *.  Place 1 SC in last ST in row.  Turn.

Keep repeating Row 2 until you reach your desired size.

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