This washcloth has a beautiful, solid texture and uses a simple combination of basic stitches. Beginner friendly, this stitch is a staple for a lot of crocheters! It’s great for washcloths but also blankets, garments, and pretty much everything you can think of.
This is a washcloth that would be great for everyday use. You can see the whole collection here to find the perfect washcloth for whatever use you can imagine!
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• DESCRIPTION:
The Lemon Peel stitch creates a gorgeous bumpy texture. Its ease makes it a favorite among crocheters. The bumpy texture lends itself to many uses and projects, from scarves to blankets.
• GAUGE & SIZING:
Gauge (tension) isn’t very important in this project. For reference, my gauge is 14 sts and 14 rows per 4”.
Play around with hook sizes until you find one that makes a fabric you like. This pattern is written to produce a washcloth that is roughly 10 inches by 10 inches
• ABBREVIATIONS & STITCHES USED:
ch = chain
st = stitch
sp = space
SC = Single Crochet
DC = Double Crochet
* * = Repeat what is in asterisks the indicated number of times
• MATERIALS:
About 95 – 115 yards of I Love This Cotton in Coral or any #4 cotton or cotton blend.
A 4.0 mm (F) hook
Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Stitch markers if desired.
• PATTERN:
Pattern
Ch 40
1. DC in the 2nd chain from hook. (The skipped chains count as a single crochet.)
*SC in the next ch, DC in the next ch*
Repeat across, ending with a DC.. Turn.
2. Ch 2, (Counts as a SC) DC in next SC.
*SC in next DC. DC in next SC.*
Repeat across, ending with a DC. Turn.
Repeat 2 until piece reaches measurements or desired size.
Finishing
Weave in your ends:
Thread the needle with one yarn tail. Weave the needle back through several stitches, about an inch. Turn and go back through, beginning in the second stitch from needle. Repeat once more. Repeat with any other yarn tails. Snip the tails.
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This stitch uses a multiple of 2 so any even number. I can’t wait to hear what you’ll use it for. Tell me in the comments below.
Enjoy this stitch!
Hooks, Yarn, & Cats 