Last week, I was browsing through a pattern testers team on Etsy and came across a post requesting testers for this Basic Washcloth pattern from AmandasImagination. I jumped on it and was thankful to have been able to test out the pattern – I just love being a part.
These washcloths came out really nice! At first, I wasn’t sure how I felt about the measurements for it, but I really like it now! They are a nice, rectangular shape. Great size for folding and stacking or hanging. A little bigger than I am used to but would make a great washcloth!
I also really like the half double crochet being used as opposed to a single or double crochet. I feel like the half double crochet allows for the washcloth to breath and adds flexibility – better than a single crochet – but also keeps it together better – as opposed to the floppyness from a double crochet.
Overall, this is a great, basic pattern! And perfect pattern for a beginner!
I am definitely going to be working this up in a few different colors – especially with the large color option for worsted weight cotton yarn.
Materials I Used:
– Less than 1 skein each of Lily Sugar n Cream in Yellow and Hot Orange
– I9/5.5mm Hook (as recommended)
– #18 Tapestry Needle for Weaving in Ends
– Crochet Washcloth Pattern by AmandasImagination (Paid Pattern)
Material Notes:
Bernat’s Handicrafter Yarn and Lion Brand’s Kitchen Cotton are great yarn alternatives! I do not recommend Hobby Lobby’s I Love This Cotton for washcloths.
I suggest using an #18 or #20 size tapestry needle for weaving because they have a duller point and large enough that it is easy to grab. Using a smaller needle (such as a #22) will result in your needle really hurting your fingers from the grabbing of it during the weaving process and it will also get stuck in your work as it has a pointer end.
The above link for the pattern is a US version. There is also a UK terms version available – Crochet Washcloth Pattern in UK Terms.
Time Spent:
I was able to work up each washcloth in just under 45 minutes. 41.25 mins
Measurements:
9.5″ W x 8″ with border
Pattern Notes:
Single crochet border adds 0.25″ to each side.
Fasten off at the end of the row, and work border over tail ends. If using one color, this isn’t as big a deal, but if switching colors in the washcloth, it will save you a lot of time!
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