Are you in search of a crochet washcloth that’s both durable and full of delightful texture? The Mini Basket Weave Washcloth combines sturdiness with rich texture, making it a practical and stylish addition to your home!
The Mini Basket Weave Washcloth features the beautifully textured Mini Basket Weave Stitch, and it’s perfect for everyday use or gifting. Whether you’re looking for a quick and practical crochet washcloth for the bathroom or a versatile crochet dishcloth pattern for the kitchen, this design offers the perfect blend of style and functionality. Add it to your collection of handmade home essentials or whip up a set for thoughtful, eco-friendly gifts!
Mini Basket Weave Crochet Stitch
The Mini Basket Weave Crochet Stitch is a smaller, more compact version of the traditional Basket Weave Stitch, offering a tighter and finer texture. While the original Basket Weave Stitch is created with larger blocks of front post and back post stitches, the Mini version uses smaller groupings, resulting in a more delicate and intricate pattern.
This makes the Mini Basket Weave Stitch ideal for smaller projects like washcloths and dishcloths, where a refined texture and sturdy finish are key. It’s a great alternative to the original Basket Weave crochet stitch!
The Yarn
For the Mini Basket Weave Washcloth, I recommend a 100% cotton worsted (#4) weight yarn. I used both Hobby Lobby’s I Love this Cotton yarn and Paintbox Cotton Aran.
A worsted weight yarn that is 100% cotton is perfect for washcloths because it is sturdy and is easy to wash and care for. It can be thrown in the washing machine and dryer and will last for many uses!
This type of yarn, combined with the Mini Basket Weave stitch is going to give you a sturdy washcloth that will last a long time!
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Mini Basket Weave Washcloth Crochet Pattern
Mini Basket Weave Washcloth
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Yarn:
Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn
Hook:
H/8 (5.0mm) crochet hook
Other Materials:
Gauge:
14 sts x 9 rows = 4”
Pattern Difficulty:
Easy
Stitches Needed & Abbreviations:
ch(s) – chain(s)
sts(s) – stitch(es)
dc – double crochet
FPdc – frot post double crochet
BPdc – back post double crochet
Lch – long chain – pull up a loop about the height of a dc, ch 1
Sizing:
8” x 8”
Pattern Notes:
Pattern is in US terms.
Starting ch does not count as first st.
Work foundation chains in a multiple of 4 + 2 to adjust width.
Add or subtract rows to adjust height.
Video Tutorial: https://youtu.be/EhhYbVYjqwM
Pattern:
Ch 30
Row 1: dc in 3rd ch from hook and each ch across. (28)
Row 2: Lch, turn, 1 dc in first st, 1 FPdc in next 2 sts, *1 BPdc in next 2 sts, 1 FPdc in next 2 sts; repeat from * across to last st, 1 dc in last st. (28)
Row 3: repeat Row 2.
Row 4: Lch, turn, 1 dc in first st, 1 BPdc in next 2 sts, *1 FPdc in next 2 sts, 1 BPdc in next 2 sts; repeat from * across to last st, 1 dc in last st. (28)
Rows 5: Repeat Row 4.
Rows 6-17: repeat Rows 2-5.
Row 18: repeat Row 2.
Fasten off. Weave in ends.
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