Crochet Cluster Cross Dishcloth
Crochet Cluster Cross Dishcloth is a fun and versatile project that can brighten up your kitchen in no time. With its unique cluster cross stitch pattern, this dishcloth adds a touch of creativity to your home décor while also being practical for everyday use. The textured design not only adds a charming aesthetic but also provides extra scrubbing power for those stubborn food stains. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned crocheter, this pattern is a great way to practice your skills and create something functional and beautiful at the same time. So grab your yarn and hook, and let's get stitching something delightful for your kitchen!
Materials Needed
1 ball crochet cotton yarn worsted weight. I used Peaches & Creme in pink
Size H/8 or 5mm aluminum crochet hook
Yarn needle for weaving in ends
Yarn Thickness 3mm
Gauge: 5sc=1"
Finished Size: 8"x8"
Skill Level: Beginner
3dc cluster (cl): Yo insert hook in st indicated, pull up a lp, yo draw yarn through two lps on hook. Rep from beg a total of 3 times. Yo and draw yarn through all 4 lps on hook. Ch1 to close.
Instructions
RND 1: Ch6, join w/slst to first ch to form ring. Ch3, 2dc in ring. Ch1. Cl in ring. Ch1. *3dc in ring. Ch1. Cl in ring. Ch1. Rep from * 2 times more. Join w/slst to top of ch3.
RND 2: Ch3. Dc in each of the next 2 dc. [Ch1. Cl in next ch1 sp. Ch3. Cl in next ch1 sp. Ch1.] *Dc in each of the next 3 dc. Rep bet [] once. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to top of ch3.
RND 3: Ch3. Dc in each of the next 2 dc. [Ch1. Cl in next ch1 sp. Ch1. 3dc, ch3, 3dc in next ch3 sp. Ch1. Cl in next ch1 sp. Ch1.] *Dc in each of the next 3 dc. Rep bet [] once. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to top of ch3.
RND 4: Ch3. Dc in each of the next 2 dc. [Ch1. Cl in next ch1 sp. Ch1. Dc in each of the next 3 dc. Ch1. Cl in next ch3 sp. Ch1. Dc in each of the next 3 dc. Ch1. Cl in next ch1 sp. Ch1.] *Dc in each of the next 3 dc. Rep bet [] once. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to top of ch3.
RND 5: Ch3. Dc in each of the next 2 dc. [Ch1. Cl in next ch1 sp. Ch1. Dc in each of the next 3 dc. Ch1. Cl in next ch1 sp. Ch3. Cl in next ch1 sp. Ch1. Dc in each of the next 3 dc. ch1. Cl in next ch1 sp. Ch1.] *Dc in each of the next 3 dc. Rep bet [] once. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to top of ch3.
RND 6: Ch3. Dc in each of the next 2 dc. [Ch1. Cl in next ch1 sp. Ch1. Dc in each of the next 3 dc. Ch1. Cl in next ch1 sp. Ch1. 3dc, ch3, 3dc in next ch3 sp. Ch1. Cl in next ch1 sp. Ch1. Dc in each of the next 3 dc. Ch1. Cl in next ch1 sp.] *Dc in each of the next 3 dc. Rep bet [] once. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to top of ch3.
RND 7: Ch1. Sc in same st as slst. Sc in each of the next 2 dc. [Sc in next ch1 sp. Sc in top of next cl. Sc in next ch1 sp. Sc in each of the next 3 dc. Sc in next ch1 sp. Sc in next cl. Sc in next ch1 sp. Sc in each of the next 3 dc. 2sc, ch2, 2sc in next ch3 sp. Sc in each of the next 3 dc. Sc in next ch1 sp. Sc in next cl. Sc in each of the next 3 dc. Sc in next ch1 sp. Sc in next cl. Sc in next ch1 sp.] *Sc in each of the next 3 dc. Rep bet [] once. Rep from * around. Fasten off and weave ends into back of work.