Crochet Cluster Dishcloth

Create your very own handmade dishcloth with a beautiful crochet cluster design. This unique pattern will add a touch of elegance to your kitchen while also providing a practical and durable cleaning tool. Using a combination of basic crochet stitches, you can easily create a textured dishcloth that is both functional and stylish. The cluster stitch creates a raised, three-dimensional effect that is perfect for scrubbing away tough stains and spills. Handmade dishcloths are not only eco-friendly but also make great gifts for friends and family. You can customize the colors and size of your crochet cluster dishcloth to match any kitchen decor or personal preference. Whether you are a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this project is perfect for all skill levels. So grab your crochet hook and some yarn, and get ready to create a one-of-a-kind dishcloth that will be a staple in your kitchen for years to come.

Materials:

Yarn: 150 total Yards of Cotton Yarn for each, about 100 yds main color and 50 yards contrast color.

For the lighter colored one, I used Lilys Sugar N Cream in Color A – Emerald Energy(this is contrast and Color B – Peaches n Cream Panorama.

For the darker one, I used Color A – Sugar N Cream in Warm Brown and Color B – Peaches N Cream in Gold

Hook: G

Stitches:

• Ch – Chain
• St – Stitch
• Sk – Skip
• Sl St – Slip Stitch
• Sc – Single Crochet
• Dc – Double Crochet
• Cluster – *Yo, insert hook in sp, pull up loop, yo, draw thru 2 loops*, repeat *to* 2 more times, yo, draw thru all 4 loops

Instructions for the Simple Cluster Dishcloth:

Importantly, make sure to read the tips above. They are most important to success!

Color A is your contrast color (like the Brown above) – Color B is your other color (like the gold above)

With Color A, ch 38

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook,*ch1, sk ch, sc in next ch*, repeat *to* across = 19 sc & 18 ch 1

Finish off and join color B

Row 2: Ch 3(counts as dc now and throughout), turn, *Cluster in next ch 1 sp, ch 1, sk next sc*, repeat *to* 16 more times, cluster in last ch 1 sp, dc in last st. = 18 clusters, 2 dc & 17 ch 1 sp

Finish off and join color A

Row 3: Ch1, sc in st, *ch 1, sk cluster, sc in next ch 1(this is in between each cluster)*, repeat *to* across, ending with sc in top of dc of previous round. = 19 sc & 18 ch 1 sp

Finish off and join color B

Rows 4-21: repeat rows 2 & 3 changing colors accordingly.

Finish off and weave in ends.