Ocean Waves Washcloth
Well hello there!
With summer quickly approaching, it’s almost time for spending more time outdoors and less time inside crocheting. Personally, I crochet year round, but I prefer smaller projects when it’s warm outside. Who wants to sit under a huge heavy blanket in the summer? I sure don’t.
That’s why I have designed the cutest little pattern for you! It’s quick, beginner friendly and oh so useful! You can never have too many washcloths/dishcloths.
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So I love trying out new stitches and stitch combinations and Pinterest just happens to be jam packed full of options. Unfortunately, I can’t take credit for this stitch pattern. I found it on Pinterest, but it was one of those broken links that only takes you to a picture. (You can see that pin here if you wish)
I loved the look of the stitch combination. It reminded me of the rolling waves on the ocean that I used to see when I was a child and my parents would take us to the beach. Luckily, there was a chart included on the pin itself that I could use. I work well with charts. If you prefer charts too, see the above paragraph link.
The stitches were so easy. There’s only two: single crochet and a 4-double crochet cluster. Now don’t let that intimidate you! If you can work a double crochet, you can do this too! I’ve included written instructions in the Special Stitches section of the pattern to help you along.
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For more kitchen/bath related crochet patterns, be sure to check out the Spikes and Stripes Potholders, Ruffle Washcloth, the Jumbo Dish Scrubbers and Dish Towels (3 different patterns in one!).
Ocean Waves Washcloth
Materials Used:
- 1 oz of I Love This Cotton! In Dark Denim – 3.5 oz/100 g – 180 yds/165 m
- 1 oz of I Love This Cotton! In Ivory – 3.5 oz/100 g – 180 yds/165 m
- 1 oz of I Love This Cotton! In Burnt Sienna – 3.5 oz/100 g – 180 yds/165 m
- I/9 (5.25 mm) hook — My favorite hooks! I use them daily!
- Tapestry Needle
Finished Size Approximately:
7¾” x 7¾” square
Gauge:
16 single crochet stitches and 16 rows in a 4” (10cm) square.
Special Stitches:
Sc in same st ch 1 comes out of
4 – double crochet cluster (4-dc cluster)
*YO, insert hook into st, YO and draw back through, YO an draw through 2 loops* Repeat from * to * 3 more times (all in same stitch). YO and draw through all 5 loops on hook.
Abbreviations:
YO – yarn over
FC – foundation chain (beginning chain)
ch(s) – chain(s)
st(s) – stitch(es)
sc – single crochet
sl st – slip stitch
4-dc cluster – 4-double crochet cluster
Notes:
- All 4-dc clusters are made in the same stitch as the sc that precedes it.
- The border consists of the last row of the pattern and then you will sc around the remaining 3 sides of the Ocean Waves Washcloth.
*** American crochet terms used throughout.
Instructions:
FC: Ch 30
Row 1: In 2nd ch from hook, sc. Sc in every ch across. Turn. (29 sc)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in same st ch 1 comes out of, sc in every st across. Turn. (29 sc)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in same st ch 1 comes out of, ch 3, 4-dc cluster in same st as the last sc you just made. *Skip 3 sts, sc in next 3 sts, ch 3, 4-dc cluster* Repeat from * to * across. Skip 3 sts, sc in last st. Turn. (5 clusters)
Row 4: Ch 1 sc in same st ch 1 comes out of, 3 sc in ch-3 sp from previous row, *sc in next 3 sts, 3 sc in ch-3 sp* Repeat from * to * across. Sc in last st. Turn. (29 sc)
Row 5 – Row 6: Repeat Row 2 (29 sc)
Row 7: Ch 1, sc in same st ch 1 comes out of, *sc in next 3 sts, ch 3, 4-dc cluster, skip 3 sts* Repeat from * to * across until 4 sts are left. Sc in last 4 sts. Turn. (4 clusters)
Row 8: Ch 1, sc in same st ch 1 comes out of, *sc in next 3 sts, 3 sc in ch-3 space* Repeat from * to * across. Sc in next 4 sts. Turn. (29 sc)
Row 9 – Row 10: Repeat Row 2 (29 sc)
Repeat Rows 3 – 10 for the pattern, ending on Row 26.
Don’t finish off after Row 26. Don’t turn.
Border
In the same st that you worked your last sc of Row 26, ch 2 and sc again in the same space. Now you will be working along the next edge of the cloth. Sc evenly along the edge until you come to the next corner. In the next corner space, (sc, ch 2, sc) all in the same space. Continue to sc in each st across the bottom of the cloth. At the next corner, (sc, ch 2, sc) all in the same space. Finally, sc evenly along the last side of the cloth. In the corner st, sc and ch 2 and then sl st into the first sc made of Row 26.
Finish off. Weave in end.
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Yes, you are correct! If you have any more questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. And I’m so excited that you love the Ocean Waves Washcloth design!
I love the Ocean Waves Washcloth but I have a question about row 3.
*Skip 3 sts, sc in next 3 sts, ch 3, 4-dc cluster*
Do you make the 4-dc cluster in he same stitch as the ch 3? (which would also be in the same stitch as the ch1???)
You’re very welcome, Debi! I’m glad it helped!
Erica
Thank you so very much for getting back to me so quickly as you did. When I first looked at the pattern, I thought that that is what you meant. But it is always best to check instead of ripping it out. Thank you for sharing such a lovely pattern and for the picture showing where I needed to be.
Hi Debi!
I’m sorry my choice of wording is giving some confusion. What I mean by “sc in same st ch 1 comes out of” is to sc in the very first st without skipping any. Sometimes I find the latter instructions to be confusing, so I chose to word it differently. What I’ve done is added a photo of what I mean in the Special Stitches section of the pattern. I hope this is helpful and I’m so excited to hear that you love the pattern! Thank you for choosing it and I hope they turn into beautiful Christmas gifts! Thanks for commenting and have a great day!
Hi
I’ve been crocheting for many years but the one sentence “sc in same st ch 1 comes out of” is throwing me off could you please elaborate or reword it. I love this pattern and these would make beautiful Christmas gifts thanks
Hello! The foundation chain needs to be a multiple of 6. Yes, you can use any kind of yarn you wish. I chose cotton because of its absorbency as a washcloth or towel, but you are free to use whatever you prefer. I recommend using whatever size hook is recommended on your yarn package. I hope this helps! Thanks for commenting!
I would like to adjust the size. What is the foundation chain pattern? Is it multiples of 2? Can other yarn, besides cotton, be used to make placemats using this pattern?
Oh, placemats are such a good idea! This pattern would be lovely as a placemat. Yes, if you’ve been crocheting for that many years, you might be addicted. LOL! I wish someone would have taught me when I was younger. I’ve only been crocheting for about 10 years. Oh well, better late than never! Thanks for commenting!
I like all things oceans and I would make placemats from this pattern in the ocean colors. Thanks Love this. I’ve been crocheting since age 18 and I’m 71 now. Gracious am I addicted.
Hi Sonja! Wow! I am so impressed! You only learned to crochet last week and you are reading patterns already… It took me quite a while of practicing the basic stitches before I even attempted a pattern when I first started. You’re amazing! I’m so glad to hear that you were able to follow the pattern and that the instructions were clear. You’ll be crocheting advanced patterns in no time at this rate! Thanks for commenting!
Thank you so much for your sweet words, Ada! I think this stitch pattern would make a beautiful blanket! Have fun! Thanks for commenting!
A very beautiful design, thank you for share. I’m goint to use this pattern to crochet an afghan. Crochet Hugs!
Hi Erica!
I learned how to chrochet only last week, reading and watching instructions on Pinterest and YouTube. I found this pattern and I thought it was so pretty I had to give it a try already.
The instructions are so clear, my cloth turned out perfectly!
I’m going to make a few more of these 🙂
Best regards, Sonja (the Netherlands)
Hello! I’m sorry to hear that you are having trouble with the pattern. I double checked the pattern just to make sure it was correct and I was unable to find a flaw. Can I ask how many chain 3 spaces you had from the previous row? Are you familiar with reading charts? I only ask because there is a chart included in the pattern on the blog and if you count the number of “+” symbols (which represent single crochets) for row 4, it comes to 29. I know some people aren’t familiar with chart reading, but it’s an option to look at. If you would like more one on one help with this project, I would love to help you out. You can email me any time at highlandhickorydesigns at gmail dot com with a photo of you work. I look forward to hearing from you again!
Hi, the pictures are beautiful but I am confused with the pattern. In Row 4 I am to Sc in the same chain that I did the single chain in, then 3 single crochets in the 3ch space, followed by an Sc in the next 3 stitches and repeat across. There is no way that equals 29 sc. in fact, 29 Sc doesn’t even reach the third cluster. Am I misreading the instructions?
You’re so welcome, Sandy! I’m so glad that you love the pattern! The towels and washcloths have always been some of my favorite things to make too! Thanks for commenting!
I love making towels and wash clothes. I love this pattern. Thank you for sharing. My family loves them.