Soft, simple, and endlessly useful, the Speckle Cloud Dishcloth Set is a beginner-friendly crochet pattern designed to bring a little calm and color into your kitchen! With two great sizes and simple stitching, it's a free crochet pattern set here on Moogly!
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Part of the 2026 Dishcloth of the Month CAL!
I'm proud to be sharing this pattern as part of the 2026 Dishcloth of the Month Club, hosted by Oombawka Design Crochet and The Stitchin Mommy!
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Carefree Crochet Among the Clouds
Inspired by fluffy clouds drifting across the sky, these dishcloths feature easy stitches, gently scalloped edges, and a clean, classic shape that looks just as good hanging on display as it does at work.
Made in Universal Cotton Supreme Speckle, the crisp white base is dotted with cheerful bursts of color, making each cloth feel special while staying neutral enough for any kitchen. The pattern includes two sizes, large and small, perfect for everything from everyday dishes to quick countertop wipe-downs. A built-in hanging loop adds convenience and makes these cloths ideal for gifting, craft fairs, or quick handmade additions to your home.
Using just one skein of yarn for the whole Speckle Cloud Dishcloth Set makes it perfect for beginners, stash-conscious crocheters, and anyone looking for a relaxing project that works up quickly with beautiful results.
Speckle Cloud Dishcloth Set
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US - H, 5.0 mm - Furls Streamline
140 yds Universal Cotton Supreme Speckles (100g/180 yds; 100% cotton; 4 - medium)
Colorway Shown: 1003 Popsicle (1 skein makes the set)
Gauge: 13 hdc x 10 rows = 4" [10cm]
Finished Size: Small - 7.5" x 7.5" excluding loop; Large - 10" x 10" excluding loop
Written in pattern instructions as Small(Large)
Helpful Links:
Speckle Cloud Dishcloth Set Tutorial
Hdc2tog - Half Double Crochet Decrease
FSC - Extending a Row with Foundation Single Crochet
Special Stitch:
Hdc2tog - Half Double Crochet Decrease: Yo and insert hook in next st, yo and pull up loop through stitch, insert hook in next st, yo and pull up loop through stitch, yo and pull through all 4 loops on hook.
Speckle Cloud Dishcloth Set INSTRUCTIONS:
Row 1: Ch 23(31), skip the ch closest to the hook, hdc in each rem ch across; turn. (22(30) hdc)
Row 2: Ch 1, 2 hdc in the first st, hdc across until 1 st rem, 2 hdc in last st; turn. (24(32) hdc)
Row 3: Rep Row 2. (26(34) hdc)
Row 4: Ch 1, hdc in each st across; turn.
Row 5: Ch 1, hdc2tog, hdc across until 2 sts rem, hdc2tog; turn. (24(32) hdc)
Row 6: Rep Row 5. (22(30) hdc)
Row 7: Rep Row 4.
Rows 8 - 19(25): Rep Rows 2 - 7.
(Optional): At the end of Row 19(25), extend the row with 10 FSC (or more if desired for a longer loop). Break the yarn leaving a 10" tail for sewing. Use the tail to sew the last FSC to the base of the first FSC to create a hanging loop.
Weave in all ends.
The Speckle Cloud Dishcloth Set is a great, relaxing one skein make - easy to memorize for happy hands and relaxing moments. Be sure to share your photos on social media - tag @mooglyblog so I can see all your wonderful projects!
The Fine Print
Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2026, all rights reserved. Please do not reprint or repost this pattern, but please do link to this page to share this pattern with others. If you wish to make items for sale from this pattern or translate it to another language, please visit the About page for details. Thank you to Universal Yarns for providing the yarn for this pattern.
Diane says
I missed the first month already. Didn't get my email till Monday morning. I love getting the Dishcloth, hat and scarf of the Month. This will be my 3rd year of getting them. Thank you for the great patterns. All 3 of you designer's.