Crochet Shell Mile-A-Minute Dishcloth

Create a beautiful dishcloth using the crochet shell mile-a-minute technique. This pattern involves working up rows of delicate shell stitches that create a lovely texture and design. The mile-a-minute method allows you to quickly crochet a large piece by working in short sections and then joining them together seamlessly. The result is a stunning dishcloth that is both functional and decorative, perfect for adding a touch of handmade charm to your kitchen. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this project is a fun and rewarding way to practice your skills and create something useful for your home. So grab your supplies and get started on crocheting your very own shell mile-a-minute dishcloth today! 

Skill: Intermediate / Easy

Size: About 9½” square

Materials: 

• Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn:
• White – 1 oz, 50 yds (30 g, 45 m)
• Blue – ½ oz, 25 yds (15 g, 22 m)
• Light Blue – ½ oz, 25 yds (15 g, 22 m)
• Crochet Hook: Size H-8 (5.00 mm)

JOINING WITH SC

When instructed to join with sc, begin with sl knot on hook, insert hook in st or sp indicated, yo and pull up a loop, yo and draw through both loops on hook.

Special Stitches

Shell: (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in same st or sp indicated.

STRIPS (Make 3)

Row 1: (Right Side) Starting at bottom, with W, ch 9, Shell in 6th ch from hook; skip next 2 ch, ch 3, sl st in last ch.

Row 2: Working in starting ch on other side, ch 3 (counts as first dc now and throughout), Shell in same ch opposite Shell, skip next 2 ch, dc in next ch.

Rows 3-11: Ch 3, turn, Shell in Shell, dc in last dc. (8 dc)

At the end of Row 11, finish off W and weave in ends.

Strip Border (Make 2 Blue, 1 Light Blue)

Rnd 1: With right side of Strip facing, join color with sl st to first dc on any end Shell, ch 3, dc in next 2 dc, 3 dc in ch-2 sp, dc in next 3 dc, (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) in last dc, * working along side of rows in sps; dc in next row, 2 dc in next 9 rows, dc in next row *, (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) in first dc, dc in next 3 dc, 3 dc in shell, (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) in last dc; rep from * to * once; join with sl st to first dc.Finish off leaving 18” long end for sewing strips together.

Finishing

With right sides facing and with Shells facing the same direction, matching stitches and working through back loops only, sew sides of strips together. (The 9 dc across top and bottom Shells are left unsewn.)