A Free Crochet Washcloth Pattern: Weave Your Magic

Looking for a practical yet beautiful crochet project? The Weave Your Magic Washcloth is just what you need! This free crochet washcloth pattern is perfect for those who love textured stitches, quick makes, and using up their yarn stash.

Why You'll Love This Free Crochet Washcloth Pattern

The Weave Your Magic Washcloth features the stunning basketweave stitch, creating a fabric that’s thick, absorbent, and durable - perfect for use in the kitchen or bathroom.

Made with just one 50g ball of 4-ply cotton yarn, this project is a fantastic stash buster and an ideal choice for gifting or personal use.

How to get the Crochet Washcloth Pattern

• Free crochet pattern: Weave Your Magic Washcloth is provided free of charge in this post. Scroll down this blog page for your free pattern instructions in US and UK terms.
• Printable PDF: Save a digital pattern for future use. My FREE blog hop code is at the end of the post. This code will make your purchase on Ravelry completely FREE for 24 hours. Scroll down to grab your Ravelry code.

Yarn and Stitches

To achieve the gorgeous basketweave texture, this pattern uses front post and back post double crochet stitches (US terms), or front post and back post treble crochet stitches (UK terms). These stitches are easy to master and provide a satisfying rhythm as you work.

I’ve used Scheepjes Organicon 4-ply cotton, which is not only soft and eco-friendly but also available in a range of beautiful colours. I used every bit of yarn by repeating the border rounds until my yarn ran out. So it's the perfect zero-waste project too.

Why Crochet Your Own Washcloths?

Crochet washcloths are a practical and sustainable alternative to store-bought options. They’re reusable, washable, and can be customised in your favourite colours and yarn types. Plus, making your own washcloth is a mindful and creative way to relax while creating something useful. So it's a win-win option for sustainable and mindful crafting.

Share Your Makes!

I’d love to see your version of the Weave Your Magic Washcloth! Share your finished washcloth on Instagram or Facebook and tag me @the_woolnest. Don’t forget to use the hashtag #WeaveYourMagicWashcloth so I can admire your creations.

Winter Washcloth Series Blog Hop

This washcloth pattern is part of The Winter Washcloth Blog Hop - a celebration of creative crochet designs from talented makers. Be sure to check out the other patterns featured in the hop to find even more inspiration for your next project.

My Washcloth Pattern was featured on 27th January in the Winter Washcloth Blog Hop, curated by Michelle from Two Brothers Blankets.

You can continue to visit Michelles website daily to grab your free daily washcloth patterns, throughout January 2025.

Ravelry Code for Free Crochet Washcloth Pattern

If you prefer to print and save the instructions, you can purchase an ad-free PDF pattern here on Ravelry. This helps me to continue to build my free pattern website. Use code WEAVE at the checkout. Simply click the box that says 'apply coupon code' and type WEAVE into the box. The purchase price will be deducted and your pattern will be free for 24 hours only. My free pattern day begins 27th January 2025 at 3pm, and the coupon code will be valid until 3pm the following day (28th January). Click the image below to head over to the Ravelry page.

Winter Washcloth Bundle

If you love washcloths and would like all 31 pattern to download and crochet, there is a discounted bundle available for $15.50 during the event (ends 31st January 2025).  It includes all 31 washcloth patterns. Click here for bundle info: Washcloth Bundle.

How to Crochet Weave Your Magic Washcloth

Materials Needed

• 2.5mm (US C/2) crochet hook for Main Body and 3.5mm (US E/4) for border.
• Scheepjes Organicon Cotton – 100% organic cotton/170m/50g.
• 1 ball (50g) will make a washcloth.
• Optional small amount of a contrast colour for the border.
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends.

Measurements

Approximately 23 x 23cm (9 x 9in), using Scheepjes Organicon and 2.5mm (C/2) hook.

Tension

28 stitches and 18 rows in main pattern, measure 10 x 10cm, with Scheepjes Organicon and 2.5mm (C/2) hook. Tension may vary if you use a different yarn or hook size.

Abbreviations (US terms with UK terms in brackets)

• ch = chain
• ch-sp(s) = chain space(s)
• FPdc = Front Post double crochet (UK FPtr = Front Post treble crochet)
• BPdc = Back Post double crochet (UK BPtr = Back Post treble crochet)
• hdc = half double crochet (UK htr = half treble crochet)
• sc = single crochet (UK dc = double crochet)
• rep = repeat
• slst = slip stitch
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• Pattern repeat = [ ... ] or * or ** meaning to repeat instruction within brackets, or following the asterisk, as many times as stated.

Special Stitch Instructions

• Front post double crochet (FPdc). Yarn round hook, slide hook under post of next stitch (from front, to back, to front), yarn round hook and pull loop through (3 loops on hook). Yarn round hook and pull through first two loops (2 loops on hook), yarn round hook and pull through last 2 loops. UK terms = Front Post treble crochet (FPtr)
• Back post double crochet (BPdc). Yarn round hook, slide hook under post of next stitch (from back, to front, to back), yarn round hook and pull loop through (3 loops on hook). Yarn round hook and pull through first two loops (2 loops on hook), yarn round hook and pull through last 2 loops. UK terms = Back Post treble crochet (BPtr)

Pattern in US Crochet Terminology

With 2.5mm (C/2) hook, ch55.

Foundation row (right side): 1hdc in 2nd ch from hook, 1hdc in each ch to end, turn. [54 sts]

Row 1 (wrong side): Ch2 (counts as hdc), BPdc in next 4 sts, *FPdc in next 4 sts, BPdc in next 4 sts; rep from * to last st, 1hdc in last st, turn.

Row 2 (right side): Ch2 (counts as hdc), FPdc in next 4 sts, *BPdc in next 4 sts, FPdc in next 4 sts; rep from * to ch2 at end, 1hdc in top of ch2 from beginning of previous row, turn.

Row 3 (wrong side): As Row 1. First part of basketweave pattern is complete.

Row 4 (right side): Ch2 (counts as hdc), BPdc in next 4 sts, *FPdc in next 4 sts, BPdc in next 4 sts; rep from * to last st, 1hdc in last st, turn.

Row 5 (wrong side): Ch2 (counts as hdc), FPdc in next 4 sts, *BPdc in next 4 sts, FPdc in next 4 sts; rep from * to ch2 at end, 1hdc in top of ch2 from beginning of previous row, turn.

Row 6 (right side): As Row 4. Second part of basketweave pattern is complete.

Rows 7-33: Repeat Rows 1 to 6 a further 4 times, then repeat Rows 1 to 3. Do not fasten off. Continue with border.

Border

With 2.5mm (C/2) hook, and right side now facing, ch3 (counts as 1sc and ch2-sp), 1sc in first st (first corner made), skip next st, 1sc in each of next 50 sts along top, skip next st, [1sc, ch2, 1sc] in last st, work along next edge and work 50sc evenly along edge of stitches, work along bottom edge and work [1sc, ch2, 1sc] in first st (for corner), skip 1 st, 1sc in next 50 sts, skip next st, [1sc, ch2, 1sc] in last st (for corner), work along next edge and work 50sc evenly along next edge to end, slst in first of beginning ch3, slst into corner ch2-sp. You should have 52 sts along each edge, and 4 corner ch2-sps (but don't worry too much if you don't have exactly the correct number along each edge - as long as you have an even number of stitches that are more-or-less similar.

Change to 3.5mm (E/4) hook and continue:

Round 1 (right side): Ch3 (counts as 1sc and ch2-sp), 1sc in same corner, ch1, skip 1 st, [1sc in next st, ch1, skip 1 st] to next corner, **[1sc, ch2, 1sc] in corner, ch1, skip 1 st, [1sc in next st, ch1, skip 1 st] to next corner; rep from ** all around, slst in first ch of beginning ch3, slst into corner ch2-sp.

Round 2 (right side): Ch3 (counts as 1sc and ch2-sp), 1sc in same corner, ch1, skip 1 st, [1sc in next ch1-sp, ch1, skip 1 st] to next corner, **[1sc, ch2, 1sc] in corner, ch1, skip 1 st, [1sc in next ch1-sp, ch1, skip 1 st] to next corner; rep from ** all around, slst in first ch of beginning ch3, slst into corner ch2-sp.

Repeat Round 2 as many times as desired, or until you run out of yarn. I made 6 rounds. When you have joined your final round, cut yarn, fasten off and weave in ends. Steam-block your washcloth to create a neat square of approximately 23 x 23cm.

Pattern in UK Crochet Terminology

With 2.5mm hook, ch55.

Foundation row (right side): 1htr in 2nd ch from hook, 1htr in each ch to end, turn. [54 sts]

Row 1 (wrong side): Ch2 (counts as htr), BPtr in next 4 sts, *FPtr in next 4 sts, BPtr in next 4 sts; rep from * to last st, 1htr in last st, turn.

Row 2 (right side): Ch2 (counts as htr), FPtr in next 4 sts, *BPtr in next 4 sts, FPtr in next 4 sts; rep from * to ch2 at end, 1htr in top of ch2 from beginning of previous row, turn.

Row 3 (wrong side): As Row 1. First part of basketweave  pattern is complete.

Row 4 (right side): Ch2 (counts as htr), BPtr in next 4 sts, *FPtr in next 4 sts, BPtr in next 4 sts; rep from * to last st, 1htr in last st, turn.

Row 5 (wrong side): Ch2 (counts as htr), FPtr in next 4 sts, *BPtr in next 4 sts, FPtr in next 4 sts; rep from * to ch2 at end, 1htr in top of ch2 from beginning of previous row, turn.

Row 6 (right side): As Row 4. Second part of basketweave pattern is now complete.

Rows 7-33: Repeat Rows 1 to 6 a further 4 times, then repeat Rows 1 to 3. Do not fasten off. Continue with border.

Border

With 2.5mm hook, and right side now facing, ch3 (counts as 1dc and ch2-sp), 1dc in first st (first corner made), skip next st, 1dc in each of next 50 sts along top, skip next st, [1dc, ch2, 1dc] in last st, work along next edge and work 50dc evenly along edge of stitches, work along bottom edge and work [1dc, ch2, 1dc] in first st (for corner), skip 1 st, 1dc in next 50 sts, skip next st, [1dc, ch2, 1dc] in last st (for corner), work along next edge and work 50dc evenly along next edge to end, slst in first of beginning ch3, slst into corner ch2-sp.

You should have 52 sts along each edge, and 4 corner ch2-sps (but don't worry too much if you don't have exactly the correct number along each edge - as long as you have an even number of stitches that are more-or-less similar.

Change to 3.5mm (E/4) hook and continue:

Round 1 (right side): Ch3 (counts as 1dc and ch2-sp), 1dc in same corner, ch1, skip 1 st, [1dc in next st, ch1, skip 1 st] to next corner, **[1dc, ch2, 1dc] in corner, ch1, skip 1 st, [1dc in next st, ch1, skip 1 st] to next corner; rep from ** all around, slst in first ch of beginning ch3, slst into corner ch2-sp.

Round 2 (right side): Ch3 (counts as 1dc and ch2-sp), 1dc in same corner, ch1, skip 1 st, [1dc in next ch1-sp, ch1, skip 1 st] to next corner, **[1dc, ch2, 1dc] in corner, ch1, skip 1 st, [1dc in next ch1-sp, ch1, skip 1 st] to next corner; rep from ** all around, slst in first ch of beginning ch3, slst into corner ch2-sp.

Repeat Round 2 as many times as desired or until you run out of yarn. I made 6 rounds. When you have joined your final round, cut yarn, fasten off and weave in ends. Steam-block your washcloth to create a neat square of approximately 23 x 23cm.