Little Leaves Crochet Dishcloth Free Pattern

Pattern Description:

The Little Leaves Dishcloth is presented as a quick weekend project. Its primary characteristic is the focus on the bobble stitch. 

Adding significant texture to the fabric and providing “loads of scrubbing power”. The design aims for simplicity, making it suitable for those just learning the craft or looking to learn a new stitch.

Materials Required:

• Yarn: Dishie™ Yarn
  
  • Content: 100% Cotton
    
  • Weight: Worsted (Medium – Category 4)
    
  • Yardage: Approx. 190 yards (100g per skein)
    
  • Color Used: Conch 25411 – 1 skein
    
• Hook: US F/5 (3.75mm) crochet hook
  
  
  Note: Adjust hook size as needed to obtain correct gauge.
  
  
• Notions:
  
  • Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)
    
  • Scissors
    

Finished Measurements:

• Size: 10 inches x 10 inches (25.5 cm square)
  Measured after blocking and worked to gauge.
  

Gauge:

• 2 bobbles = 1 inch in pattern
  
  
  Check gauge before starting to ensure final size is accurate.
  
  

Stitches & Abbreviations Used:

Abbreviation	Meaning	Instructions (if applicable)
bo	Bobble	(YO, insert hook in st, YO, pull through, YO, pull through 2 loops) – repeat entire sequence 3 times in same stitch. YO and pull through all 4 loops on hook.
ch(s)	Chain(s)	Foundation or turning stitches.
ch-sp	Chain space	Space created by one or more chain stitches.
hook	Crochet hook	Refers to your working hook.
lp(s)	Loop(s)	Yarn loops on your hook or in stitches.
rep	Repeat	Repeat the indicated instructions.
sk	Skip	Omit the next stitch or space.
sp	Space	Area between stitches or chains.
st(s)	Stitch(es)	Single units of crochet construction.
Tch	Top of turning chain	Topmost chain from the turning chain, usually counts as a stitch.
turn	Turn work	Rotate your work to begin the next row.
YO	Yarn over	Wrap the yarn over the hook before performing the next action.
*	Asterisk	Indicates a sequence of stitches to repeat.

Stitching Instructions for Making the Little Leaves Crochet Dishcloth Pattern:

The pattern provides clear row-by-row directions:

• Starting Chain: Begin by making a foundation chain. The pattern specifies to loosely chain 40 stitches.

• Row 1:

• You will work the first bobble into the fourth chain from your hook.
• After working the bobble, you will chain 1.
• Now, you enter the repeat sequence: skip 1 chain, then work a bobble in the next chain.
• You will repeat this sequence from the * to the end of the row.
• Finally, turn your work.
• Row 2:

• Begin the row by chaining 3. This often acts as a turning chain or the first stitch of the row.
• You then enter the repeat sequence: work 1 bobble in the next 1-chain space located between the bobbles of the previous row, then chain 1.
• You will repeat this sequence from the * to the end of the row.
• The last bobble of this row is worked into the Tch (top of the turning chain) from the beginning of the previous row.
• Finally, turn your work.
• Repeating Rows:

• To continue making the dishcloth longer, you will repeat Row 2. You continue repeating Row 2 until your dishcloth measures approximately 10 inches long.

Finishing:

Once you have completed the required number of rows and the dishcloth reaches the target size:

• You need to weave in all loose ends of yarn using your yarn needle.
• The pattern then instructs you to wash the finished dishcloth.
• Finally, you should block it to size. This process helps the stitches relax and the fabric lay flat, ensuring it measures the intended 10 inches square.

Download PDF