Is it a wash cloth? Dish cloth? Small towel? It’s whatever you want it to be! The only thing I know for sure is that the Ripple Puff Crochet Cleaning Cloth is a fun and easy crochet project. And the finished result is very pretty!
I used self striping cotton yarn to really highlight the waves and texture in this crocheted dish cloth (er… wash cloth), but I think it would look pretty in solids too. The finished cloth as written is about 9″ x 10″ – a great size with lots of uses. The loop is made as part of the edging, so it’s completely optional. This pattern would also make a great potholder or trivet – just use the yarn held doubled and it’ll be twice as thick! Easy crochet patterns like this are perfect for making your own.
Ripple Puff Crochet Cleaning Cloth
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- US – G/6, 4.0mm
- 105 yds worsted weight cotton or bamboo yarn (recommended: Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie)
- Puff Stitch: Yo, insert hook into next st, yo and pull up a loop. Yo, insert hook into same st, yo and pull up another loop. 5 loops are now on the hook. Yo and pull through the first 4 loops on the hook. 2 loops are now on the hook. Yo and pull through the last 2 loops.
Row 1: Ch 33, sc in the 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 3 ch. Make a Puff Stitch (see instructions above) in each of the next 4 ch. *Sc in the next 4 ch, puff stitch in the next 4 ch. Repeat from * twice. Turn. (32 sts)
Row 2 – 21: Ch 1, sc in the 1st 4 sts. Puff stitch in the next 4 sts. *Sc in the next 4 sts, puff stitch in the next 4 sts. Repeat from * twice. Turn. (32 sts)
Row 22: Ch 1, sc in the 1st 4 sts. Puff stitch in the next 4 sts. *Sc in the next 4 sts, puff stitch in the next 4 sts. Repeat from * twice. Do not turn. (32 sts)
Loop and Edging: Ch 15, sl st in the same st as the last st of Row 22. Working into the edges, sc all the way around the cloth (I find it works best to make 2 sc in the side of each puff st, 1 sc in the side of each sc st, with an extra st in each corner, but your own gauge may work differently). At the ch 15 loop, sc 22 in the ch sp, covering the ch completely. Break the yarn and use a seamless join in the first sc of the edging to finish off.
As you can see this cleaning cloth pattern is a great beginner crochet pattern – and a fun intro to the puff stitch! I think they’re prettier than a microfiber cleaning cloth too! If these are too big, you can start with ch 17 for a half-sized cloth instead – it’s a great pattern to customize. We use cotton crochet cleaning cloths in our kitchen every day – to clean up spills, as cloth napkins, you name it! What do you think? I love reading your comments! And if you make a Ripple Puff Cleaning Cloth, hop over to the Moogly Facebook page and share a photo! We’d love to see it!
Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2013. Please do not reprint or repost this pattern, but please do link to this page to share this pattern with others. You may sell items made from this pattern, but please include a link to www.mooglyblog.com on the online listing, or on the sale tag if selling at a craft fair, storefront, or other in person sales.
Penny says
I’ve started one to use as a dish/wash cloth. I chained 25. I’m about half finished and I just love it! I’m using Sugar and Cream in ecru. Had to thank you for sharing this pattern.
Tamara Kelly says
😀 I’m so glad you like it!
Sam says
So it can bee used for body purposes
Carol says
I am into a new craze of making dish cloths. This is my first project that goes beyond very basic stitching. I love it. Thanks so much for sharing the pattern.
Tamara Kelly says
😀 Hope you enjoy it Carol! I’m addicted to dish cloths myself!
Nea says
I am making all my Christmas gifts this year and I’ve had more than one request for dish cloths and I just absolutely love this pattern. It is so very easy to follow and super quick. Plus the puffs are really cute! Thanks for sharing this pattern
Tamara Kelly says
😀 Thank you Nea, I’m so glad you like it!
Gabrielle poirier says
I am searching for a crochet pattern for a tea-towel. It would be nice if it had a topper to hang it to dry.
Thank you, season’s greetings.
Tamara Kelly says
Here are some: http://rav.to/1HPWlYO 🙂
angela fern says
Dishcloths are what ”hooked” me to crochet, I’m using a lovely mint colored cotton, thanks for the wonderful patterns!!!!!
Tamara Kelly says
😀 Thank you Angela! They’re still a relaxation favorite for me as well!
Gloria murphy says
I made some washcloths and the first time I washed them they got muddy and faded. I used sugar and cream and Lily’s. How should I take care of my crochet cloths, or which cotton yarn should I be using?
Thank you for any help!
Tamara Kelly says
Hi Gloria! Cotton fading is such a bummer, but all too common! To “set” the color you can soak them in vinegar before your first wash – 1 part white vinegar to 3 parts water. Additionally, I’m a big fan of Shout Color Catchers the first time I wash anything that might run. They won’t stop them from bleeding, but they will stop the dye from re-depositing on other sections.
Gloria Murphy says
Thank you, Tamara! Time to try a washcloth again. I love your site and am so thankful for all the help you’ve given me through your wonderful tutorials and cal.
Tamara Kelly says
😀 Thank you so much Gloria!
VERNA WHITEHOUSE says
I love this stitch!! I made a dishcloth and also a tea towel using this stitch. Could you tell me what the multiples of this stitch pattern so I can use this stitch to make a pillow? I know it would make a lovely Christmas gift for friends and family. Thank you so much for sharing this pattern!!
Tamara Kelly says
Thank you! Looks like it’s a multiple of 3. 🙂