Easy Silt Stitch Crochet Washcloth — 8" Textured Cotton Square Pattern

The Silt Stitch Crochet Washcloth is a quick, satisfying project that produces a durable, textured scrubby perfect for everyday use or as a handmade gift. This pattern uses worsted-weight cotton and a simple 2-row repeat to create a lovely raised texture that works up into an 8 in (20 cm) square.

Finished size: 8 in square (20 cm)

Supplies

• 1 – 3.5 oz Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (or any worsted weight (gauge 4) cotton yarn)
• 4 mm crochet hook
• Tapestry or yarn needle
• Scissors

Abbreviations – US Terms

• ch – chain
• dc – double crochet
• sc – single crochet
• st/sts – stitch/stitches

Pattern

Ch 36.

Row 1: Dc in the 4th ch from the hook and in each st across. Ch 1 and turn.

Row 2: In the 2nd st, (1 sc, 2 dc). *Skip the next 2 sts. (1 sc, 2 dc).* Repeat from * to the final three stitches, skip 2 sts, sc in last st. Ch 3 and turn.

Row 3: Dc in the 2nd st and in each st across. Ch 1 and turn.

Repeat Rows 2–3 until you have 20 rows or reach a square. The last row will be a double crochet.

Cut and knot yarn. Weave in all ends with a tapestry needle.

Finishing Tips

• Weave in ends neatly along the edge to prevent snagging.
• Lightly block the square if needed to even out edges and make the piece square.
• To make a larger or smaller cloth, increase or decrease your starting chain in multiples that maintain the stitch repeat, then work the same row sequence until you reach the desired size.

Enjoy your washcloth — it makes a functional and thoughtful handmade gift.