Do you love a good Anthropologie dupe? If so, you’ll love this Waffle Stitch Crochet Dishcloth pattern, which is similar to the oh-so-popular Market Dishcloths.
You can purchase a printable version of this pattern on the I Can Crochet That Shop here or our Etsy shop here.
The Waffle Stitch Crochet Dishcloth Pattern
As I was browsing Anthropologie, looking at all of their amazing kitchen items, I saw a set of waffle weave dishcloths, and I thought,"I want those." There's just something about that waffle texture.
And after that thought, my next thought came to me. Are you ready? Yep..."I Can Crochet That."
I've been wanting to come up with a crochet pattern that would make a great gift. Whether it's for a housewarming, a dorm gift, or Mother's Day, these dishcloths are the perfect gift.
I love giving crochet washcloths as gifts and then mixing them in with a few other items, such as nice soaps and a soap tray or, for the kitchen, a wood pedestal and dish soap dispenser.
Just stitch them up, put them in a pretty container, and they're ready to gift- no wrapping necessary.
The Crochet Waffle Stitch
These dishcloths are whipped up using basic stitches: double crochet, front post double crochet, and single crochet for the edging.
Once you master the front post double crochet stitches, these will only take you about an hour to an hour and a half to make. They are so easy!
I love a pattern whipped up with simple, regular double crochet because it's so satisfying to watch your project grow quickly.
Waffle Stitch Video Tutorial
Here's a YouTube video tutorial showing you how to make crochet waffle stitch dishcloths.
The Colors + The Yarn
Update: Loops & Threads Creme Cotton yarn has been discontinued. I made new dishcloths using Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton.
You can purchase Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton at your local craft store, on Amazon.com here or LionBrand.com here.
Does it wash well? Care directions.
Speaking of using these dishcloths over and over. I didn't want to give you a pattern for something to use in the kitchen and not test its durability.
So, I washed a few dishes, wiped down the counters, microwave, and stove with the cream-colored dishcloth, and then ran it through the wash.
How did it do? Great! Here are a few pictures of the dishcloth after use and going through the wash and dry cycle.
The dishcloth shrunk just a bit, making the stitches a little smaller and closer together. This resulted in a dishcloth that worked even better than before.
So rest assured you can give these as a gift and know they can actually be used for their intended purpose.
The Waffle Stitch Crochet Dishcloth Pattern
You can purchase a printable version of this pattern on the I Can Crochet That Shop here or our Etsy shop here.
Pattern Description
Quickly crochet a waffle dishcloth for yourself or to give as a gift. They absorb great and are perfect for washing dishes, drying hands, or waffle stitch washcloths in the bathroom.
They launder well and look fantastic on your kitchen or bathroom counter.
Pattern Materials
Details
Method Crochet
Skill Level Beginner
HOOK(S)
5 mm • US size H-8
YARN
Weight 4 • 186 yards for one dishcloth
Colors: Ecru, Denim, Charcoal, Silver
NOTIONS
Scissors
Tapestry needle
GAUGE (4 x 4")
16 sts x 9 rows in pattern
FINAL SIZE
12" x 12"
Pattern Notes
- Chain 2 does count as a stitch
- Finished size measures 12" x 12"
- To change the dishcloth size, the multiple for the starting chain is 3 + 2
Abbreviations
ch chain
st(s) stitch(es)
dc double crochet
fpdc front post double crochet
* or ** repeat whatever follows the * or **
Special Stitches
fpdc (front post double crochet)
Yo, insert your hook from front to back to front around the post of the next stitch, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull thru 2 loops on your hook, yo, pull thru remaining two loops on your hook.
The Pattern Instructions
Begin Chain 47, Dc in 3rd chain from hook and across all chains until end of row (46 sts)
Row 1 Ch 2, turn *dc into the first stitch, dc in next stitch, fpdc in next stitch*, repeat from * to * across row until last stitch
Last stitch goes around beginning ch from previous row [46 sts]
Row 2 Ch 2, turn *fpdc into the first stitch, fpdc in next stitch, dc in next stitch*, repeat from * to * across row until last stitch
Last stitch goes into top of beginning ch from previous row [46 sts]
Rows 3 - 28
Repeat rows 1 & 2
If you do not want to do a border, fasten off and weave in all ends.
If you do want to do a border, do not fasten off but follow the instructions below.
Top of dishcloth: work 2 sc in corner, sc across until next corner; work 3 sc in corner
Along the side: work *2 sc , 1 sc* down along the side, finishing with 3 sc in corner
Bottom: work sc across to corner, work 3 sc in corner
Along other side: work *2 sc , 1 sc* up along the side, finishing with 1 sc in corner; slip stitch to first sc in corner of dishcloth
Fasten off.
Weave in all ends.
Crochet Waffle Stitch Photo Tutorial
A Chain multiples of 3 + 2
B dc in 3rd chain from hook
C dc across to last chain
D ch 2, turn
E dc in next two stitches
F - H fpdc in next stitch; *dc, dc, fpdc* across to last stitch
I- K Last stitch goes around beginning ch from previous row
L chain 2; turn
M - O fpdc in first two stitches
P dc in next stitch
Q *fpdc, fpdc, dc* across to last stitch
R - T dc in top of last stitch, chain 2, turn
U dc in next two stitches
V - W fpdc in next stitch
X *dc, dc, fpdc* across to last stitch, end with fpdc around last stitch
And that's it!
To give as a gift, either roll these up and place them in a decorative container or fold them in fourths and tie them with a ribbon.
Julie says
I love the look of these. I’m excited to try them!
Julie says
Thank you! These are the perfect weekend project. Happy crocheting! 🙂
Christopher says
If sized up, would this work well for a kitchen towel? Thanks! I'm eager to try a few of your patterns for the kitchen. 🙂
Julie says
Hey Christopher! This would make a great kitchen towel. In fact, that's pretty much how I use mine. I keep them in a basket in the kitchen and use them while cooking. Let me know how it turns out! 🙂