Our life has been a little crazy lately. Nothing bad … just sold a house and moved into a fixer upper. A house that I am thrilled to now live in as it has a beautiful view (this has been on my bucket list for forever!), but a house that has sucked all of my extra time. From rebuilding toilets, unclogging sinks, cleaning (it was filthy when we moved in … I’m talking dead lizards and bugs everywhere!), painting, and working in the flower beds … and getting poison ivy, this house has consumed all evenings and weekends, but we are finally getting settled. With most of the boxes unpacked, I thought it was time to get back to crocheting. So, why not begin with a fun, simple project like washcloths … plus, new washcloths are perfect for a “new” home!
The Ocean’s Edge Washcloth is a simple corner-to-corner pattern with a slightly wavy border. Let’s get started!
Ocean’s Edge Washcloth Crochet Pattern:
Necessary Supplies: G crochet hook, 100% Cotton Yarn (Medium Weight – approximately 60 yd), Scissors, Yarn Needle
Yarn Used: Lily Cotton Sugar n’ Cream
Size: 6.75″ x 6.75″
Directions:
Row 1: Ch 6. Complete 1 dc in the 4th ch from the hook. Complete 1 dc/st in each of the 5th and 6th st.
Row 2: Ch 6. Complete 1 dc in each of the 4th, 5th, and 6th st. Sl st in the turning ch. Ch 3. Complete 3 dc in the turning ch.
Row 3: Ch 6. Complete 1 dc in each of the 4th, 5th, and 6th st. *Sl st in the turning ch. Ch 3. Complete 3 dc in the turning ch.* Repeat pattern enclosed in * * one time.
Row 4: Ch 6. Complete 1 dc in each of the 4th, 5th, and 6th st. *Sl st in the turning ch. Ch 3. Complete 3 dc in the turning ch.* Repeat pattern enclosed in * * two times.
Row 5: Ch 6. Complete 1 dc in each of the 4th, 5th, and 6th st. *Sl st in the turning ch. Ch 3. Complete 3 dc in the turning ch.* Repeat pattern enclosed in * * three times.
Row 6: Ch 6. Complete 1 dc in each of the 4th, 5th, and 6th st. *Sl st in the turning ch. Ch 3. Complete 3 dc in the turning ch.* Repeat pattern enclosed in * * four times.
Row 7: Ch 6. Complete 1 dc in each of the 4th, 5th, and 6th st. *Sl st in the turning ch. Ch 3. Complete 3 dc in the turning ch.* Repeat pattern enclosed in * * five times.
Row 8: Ch 6. Complete 1 dc in each of the 4th, 5th, and 6th st. *Sl st in the turning ch. Ch 3. Complete 3 dc in the turning ch.* Repeat pattern enclosed in * * six times.
Row 9: Ch 6. Complete 1 dc in each of the 4th, 5th, and 6th st. *Sl st in the turning ch. Ch 3. Complete 3 dc in the turning ch.* Repeat pattern enclosed in * * seven times.
Row 10: Ch 1 and turn. (Ch 1 = 1st sl st) Complete 1 sl st in each of the 2nd and 3rd dc. Complete 1 sl st in the turning ch. *Ch 3. Complete 3 dc in the turning ch. Sl st in next turning ch.* Repeat pattern enclosed in * * 7 times.
Row 11: Ch 1 and turn. (Ch 1 = 1st sl st) Complete 1 sl st in each of the 2nd and 3rd dc. Complete 1 sl st in the turning ch. *Ch 3. Complete 3 dc in the turning ch. Sl st in next turning ch.* Repeat pattern enclosed in * * 6 times.
Row 12: Ch 1 and turn. (Ch 1 = 1st sl st) Complete 1 sl st in each of the 2nd and 3rd dc. Complete 1 sl st in the turning ch. *Ch 3. Complete 3 dc in the turning ch. Sl st in next turning ch.* Repeat pattern enclosed in * * 5 times.
Row 13: Ch 1 and turn. (Ch 1 = 1st sl st) Complete 1 sl st in each of the 2nd and 3rd dc. Complete 1 sl st in the turning ch. *Ch 3. Complete 3 dc in the turning ch. Sl st in next turning ch.* Repeat pattern enclosed in * * 4 times.
Row 14: Ch 1 and turn. (Ch 1 = 1st sl st) Complete 1 sl st in each of the 2nd and 3rd dc. Complete 1 sl st in the turning ch. *Ch 3. Complete 3 dc in the turning ch. Sl st in next turning ch.* Repeat pattern enclosed in * * 3 times.
Row 15: Ch 1 and turn. (Ch 1 = 1st sl st) Complete 1 sl st in each of the 2nd and 3rd dc. Complete 1 sl st in the turning ch. *Ch 3. Complete 3 dc in the turning ch. Sl st in next turning ch.* Repeat pattern enclosed in * * 2 times.
Row 16: Ch 1 and turn. (Ch 1 = 1st sl st) Complete 1 sl st in each of the 2nd and 3rd dc. Complete 1 sl st in the turning ch. *Ch 3. Complete 3 dc in the turning ch. Sl st in next turning ch.* Repeat pattern enclosed in * * 1 time.
Row 17: Ch 1 and turn. (Ch 1 = 1st sl st) Complete 1 sl st in each of the 2nd and 3rd dc. Complete 1 sl st in the turning ch. Ch 3. Complete 3 dc in the turning ch. Sl st in next turning ch.
Border: Ch 1 and turn. Complete 1 sl st in each of the 2nd and 3rd dc. Complete 1 sl st in the turning ch. (You should now be in the corner.)
Ch 2. (Ch 2 = 1st dc) Complete 4 dc around the 1st turning ch (oriented horizontally). *Skip the vertically oriented dc stitches and complete 5 dc around the next turning ch (oriented horizontally).* Repeat the pattern enclosed in the * * around the entire edge of the washcloth. Sl st with the top ch of the ch 2 to join. Knot to end. Weave strands into washcloth.
Abbreviations: ch = chain, dc = double crochet, sl st = slip stitch, st = stitch
The Ocean’s Edge Washcloth crochet pattern is also available to purchase in PDF format on both Etsy and Ravelry. Click on the link below to purchase the pattern in PDF format on Etsy.
Ocean’s Edge Washcloth Crochet Pattern
Happy crocheting!
