Washcloths Free Crochet Pattern

Originally published on January 24, 2025

With the third pattern, the Washcloths, this beautiful collection is almost coming to an end! I have to say, I really enjoyed designing and creating every single piece of this luxury spa set, because there’s truly nothing better than taking a moment to pamper yourself - melting away the stress of the day, tuning out the noise of the world, and creating a beautiful, peaceful moment just for you. Trust me, you deserve it!

We have already started this self-care and creativity journey together with the elegant, handmade Facial Scrubbies and the Soap Savers. Now, we are going to continue it with these beautiful Washcloths. Stay tuned - there is still one more pattern left in the Jade Serenity Spa Set!

Jade Serenity Spa Set

Description

These handmade Washcloths are perfect for a relaxing spa day or a thoughtful gift for someone special. Made with 100% cotton, they’re simple, elegant, and gentle on the skin, perfect for adding a little luxury to your self-care routine.

These washcloths are worked using the Primrose crochet stitch, and I truly love the special border with the eye-catching hanger. The hanger is created in every border row by crocheting 30 chain stitches. When finished, the two loops are loosely tied together. On three of the four corners, we work a little picot stitch.

Check out the full video tutorial here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HztmQ_Nndes

Materials

• Yarn: Drops Paris (Aran/Worsted weight yarn): about 33g 
• Hook: 5.00 mm
• Scissors
• Yarn needle (for weaving in the ends)

Gauge

Gauge is not necessary for this pattern. However, keep in mind:

• You can add additional chains to our foundation chain to adjust the size to your needs.

Skill Level

This pattern is perfect for those with an intermediate skill level, but don’t worry if you’re an advanced beginner! With the help of the detailed video tutorial, you’ll be guided through every step, making it a fun and rewarding project for anyone ready to give it a try.

Pattern Notes

• This pattern is part of the Jade Serenity Spa Set (additional pieces will be released at a later date).
• This pattern uses US crochet terminology.
• Chain stitches at the beginning of the round count as a stitch.
• Repeats are marked with *.
• The Primrose Stitch is worked in a (multiple of 3) + 2 chains for the foundation row.
• The pattern alternates between rows of clusters and rows of single crochet.
• Adjust the width of your washcloths by increasing or decreasing the starting chain in multiples of 3.

Abbreviations

• ch = chain
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• rep = repeat

Treat yourself to a little everyday luxury with these beautiful washcloths. The washcloths are made using the Primrose Stitch pattern.

Pattern Instructions

Foundation Row:

1. Chain a (multiple of 3) + 2. (For example, I started with 24 chains + 2 = 26 chains.)
2. Starting in the third chain from the hook, work 1 sc, ch 2, 1 sc in the same chain.
3. *Skip 2 ch, in the next chain work 1 sc, ch 2, 1 sc. Repeat from * to the end of the row.
4. At the end of the row, 2 chain stitches will remain. Skip one stitch and work 1 hdc into the last chain stitch. Chain 3 and turn your work.

Starting in the third chain from the hook, work 1 sc, ch 2, 1 sc in the same chain.	Skip 2 ch, in the next chain work 1 sc, ch 2, 1 sc.

2 chain stitches will remain.	Work 1 hdc into the last chain stitch. Chain 3 and turn your work.

Row 1:

1. Work *3 dc into each ch-2 space from the previous row. Repeat from * to the end of the row.
2. End with 1 dc into the turning chain from the previous row. Chain 2 and turn your work.
   
   

Work 3 dc into each ch-2 space from the previous row.	1 dc into the turning chain from the previous row. Chain 2 and turn your work.

Row 2:

1. Skip two stitches.
2. In the next dc (the middle dc of the 3-dc group from the previous row), work (sc, ch 2, sc).
3. *Skip 2 sts, in the next dc (middle dc of the next 3-dc group), work (sc, ch 2, sc). Repeat from * to the end of the row.
4. End with 1 hdc in the last stitch. Chain 3 and turn your work.
   
   

Skip 2.	Work (sc, ch 2, sc) in middle dc of the next 3-dc group.	End with 1 hdc in the last stitch. Chain 3 and turn your work.

Row 3:

(Row 3 is worked like row 1) 

1. Work *3 dc into each ch-2 space from the previous row. Repeat from * to the end of the row.
2. End with 1 dc into the turning chain from the previous row. Chain 2 and turn your work.

Row 4:

(Row 4 is worked like row 2) 

1. Skip two stitches.
2. In the next dc (the middle dc of the 3-dc group from the previous row), work (sc, ch 2, sc).
3. *Skip 2 sts, in the next dc (middle dc of the next 3-dc group), work (sc, ch 2, sc). Repeat from * to the end of the row.
4. End with 1 hdc in the last stitch. Chain 3 and turn your work

Repeat Pattern:

Continue alternating Row 3 and Row 4 until your project reaches the desired length.

Adding a Border

Row 1:

1. Attach yarn to any corner of the washcloth. I am working a standing sc.
2. Work Single Crochets (sc):
   Work 1 sc into each of the next stitches until you reach the corner.
3. Create a Hanging Loop in the Corner:
   In the corner, work: 1 sc, ch 30, and 1 sc into the same corner space.
4. Along the Edges:
   Work 2 sc into each double crochet (dc) or turning chain (ch-3).
   Work 1 sc into each chain-2 space (ch-2) or half double crochet (hdc).
5. Corners Without a Hanging Loop:
   When you reach a corner (other than the one with the hanging loop), work 3 sc into the corner space.
6. When you reach the last corner, work 2 more sc into the same stitch where you attached your yarn. Join with a sl st to the first sc.

Attach yarn to any corner of the washcloth.	Work a sc into evey stitch until the corner.	Work 30 chains stitches (this creates a hanging loop).

Work 2 sc into the chain 3 space, this will anker the hanging loop and create a corner.	Work 2 sc into each dc or turning chain (ch-3. Work 1 sc into each ch-2 space or hdc. Work 3 sc into every corner.	This is how your first border row should look like.

Row 2:

1. Ch 1, then work 1 sc into each sc from the previous row.
2. When you reach the ch-30 loop in the corner, work 30 chains again to reinforce the loop, then continue working sc into the next stitch.
3. When you reach the corner, work into the second sc (the middle stitch): 1 sc, chain 3, 1 sc into the same stitch. This creates a little picot at every corner. 
4. Complete the round and join with a sl st to the first sc.
   
   

Ch 1, then work 1 sc into each sc from the previous row.	When you reach the ch-30 loop in the corner, work 30 chain stitches again.	Continue working sc into the next stitches.

In the corners work...	...1 sc, chain 3, 1 sc into the middle stitch.	This creates a little picot at every corner.

Finishing:

1. Fasten off and weave in all loose ends using a tapestry needle.
2. Tie a knot in the ch-30 loop to create a decorative hanging loop.
3. Trim any excess yarn neatly.

Close up of the finished knot.