Crochet Herringbone Washcloth Pattern Guide
The Crochet Herringbone Washcloth is a delightful project that combines both functionality and beauty. With its intricate herringbone stitch pattern, this washcloth adds a touch of elegance to your daily chores. Perfect for gifting or treating yourself, the washcloth offers a handmade touch that is as practical as it is charming. Whether you are a seasoned crocheter or a beginner looking for a fun challenge, this project is sure to bring a smile to your face as you create something both useful and lovely. Happy crocheting!
Supplies Needed
Yarn: King Cole Big Value Recycled Dishcloth Cotton. 3.52 oz (100 g) and 175 yds (160 m). 85% Cotton, 15% Polyester. Worsted Weight Yarn [4]. Machine wash at 30°C. Dry flat. Warm iron.
Colors: 1 skein Green (Shade: 5067)
Crochet Hook: 4 mm (G)
Finished Project: Washcloth: 1.7 oz (48 g) and 84 yds (77 m)
Additional Tools: Scissors, Tapestry Needle (yarn needle)
Project Specifications
Difficulty Level: Easy
Finished Sizes: Washcloth width approximately 9 inches X 9 inches length.
Gauge
Approximately 15 stitches per 4 inches and 14 rows per 4 inches. You can substitute any yarn and hook for this stitch pattern – just remember when you substitute if your gauge is different, the finished size, and the amount of yarn used for your project will also be different.
Abbreviations
- ch(s) – chain(s)
- g – grams
- hhdc – herringbone half double crochet
- m – meters
- oz – ounces
- R – row
- rem – remaining
- rep – repeat
- sk – skip/skipped
- st/sts – stitch/stitches
- yds – yards
Special Stitches
Herringbone Half Double Crochet Stitch (hhdc): Yarn over hook, insert hook into next stitch, yarn over and pull up 1 loop and pull that same loop through the first loop on your hook. Yarn over and pull through the remaining 2 loops on your hook.
Pattern Notes
- Any number of chains, plus 2 chains
- Reversible
- The turning chain 2 does not count as a stitch and we do not work into it. The first stitch of every row will have a ch 2 and 1 hhdc stitch in it.
- When working into the foundation chain, consider working into the back bar (back bump) of the chain. Alternatively, work under the back loop only if preferred.
- To make this washcloth longer, work more rows.
- To make this washcloth wider, chain more stitches using the stitch multiple.
Herringbone Washcloth Crochet Pattern for Beginners
This project is crocheted widthwise in rows.
Using your 4 mm (G) crochet hook (or size required for gauge):
R1: Ch 36, sk the first 2 chs (does not count as a stitch and we do not work into it), 1 hhdc in each rem ch across. Ch 2, turn. [36 hhdc]
R2-R27: 1 hhdc in each st across. Ch 2, turn. [36 hhdc]
Finishing Instructions
Finish off and weave in ends.
Herringbone Half Double Crochet Stitch Tutorial
How to Crochet the Herringbone Half Double Crochet Stitch with any yarn and hook: You can make your project to any size you wish with the stitch multiple. Simply chain any number of chains to the width you want for your project, then chain 2 extra chains.
Follow the instructions below:
Row 1: Ch any number of chains, plus 2 chs. Sk the first 2 chs (does not count as a stitch and we do not work into it), 1 hhdc in each rem ch across. Turn.
Row 2: Ch 2 (does not count as a stitch), 1 hhdc in each st across. Turn.
Repeat Row 2 until you reach the size you’d like. TIP: Finish with an ODD numbered row to finish on the Right Side (RS) of the project.
Weave in ends.