Easter Crosses Dish/Wash Cloth
- Mar 31
- 4 min read
The “Easter Crosses Dish/Wash Cloth” crochet pattern is also available as a premium PDF download on Ravelry.
EASTER is in the AIR!!
The Easter Crosses (dish/wash) Cloth is a festive kitchen or bath accessory. These cloths are a delightful blend of functionality and festive holiday decor. They are perfect for adding a seasonal touch to your kitchen or bath while also serving practical purposes.
These cloths are adorned with an inspirational message of the 3 crosses at Calvary on the day our LORD & SAVIOR was crucified. They embody the spirit of the Easter holiday, making them a meaningful accessory for your home during this special time.
You can make this adorable cloth with either SC or HDC to adjust size & overall look of this great dish/wash cloth.
Materials
➤Yarn: 100% Cotton
➤Yardage: 60-90 yds
➤Hook: 4.5 mm
Stitches & Abbreviations
US Terminology
➤ * * = Repeat stitch pattern between * *
➤ Ch# = Chain number of times specified
➤ St/Sts = Stitch/Stitches
➤ SS = Slip Stitch
➤ SK# = Skip number of sts specified
➤ SC = Single Crochet ➤ HDC = Half Double Crochet
➤ DC = Double Crochet
➤ BO = Bobble: DC5TOG (Double Crochet 5 TOGether) in same st
➤ SHELL = (5) Double Crochet worked in same st
Notes & Special Instructions
➤ Chains at beginning of a round/row NEVER count as a stitch.
➤ I tend to crochet TIGHT, so you may need to adjust your hook size to accommodate.
➤ I suggest using the invisible join for a seamless look when finishing off the border.
EASTER CROSSES DISH / WASH CLOTH PATTERN
NOTES: | TURN at end of EVERY row. ODD rows = RIGHT/FRONT side facing you. End of row st count will remain the same throughout (23). For a tighter weave & smaller cloth, substitute SC for all HDC in this section. |
Row 1: | Chainless Foundation HDC 23 sts. OR Chain 24, 1 HDC in 2nd back bump from hook, 1 HDC in each back bump across. |
Row 2: | Ch1, 1 HDC in 1st & each of next 3 sts, 1 BO in next st, 1 HDC in each of next 5 sts, 1 BO in next st, 1 HDC in next st, 1 BO in next st, 1 HDC in each of next 5 sts, 1 BO in next st, 1 HDC in each of next 4 sts. |
Row 3: | Ch1, 1 HDC in each st across. |
Rows 4-7: | Repeat Rows 2 - 3 (2 times). |
Row 8: | Ch1, 1 HDC in 1st & 2nd sts, 1 BO in next st. 1 HDC in next st, 1 BO in next st. Repeat again. 1 HDC in each of next 3 sts, 1 BO in next st, 1 HDC in next st, 1 BO in next st, 1 HDC in each of next 3 sts, 1 BO in next st. 1 HDC in next st, 1 BO in next st. Repeat again. 1 HDC in each of next 2 sts. |
Row 9: | Ch1, 1 HDC in each st across. |
Row 10: | Repeat Row 2 |
Row 11: | Ch1, 1 HDC in each st across. |
Row 12: | Ch1, 1 HDC in 1st & each of next 9 sts, 1 BO in next st, 1 HDC in next st, 1 BO in next st, 1 HDC in each of next 10 sts. |
Row 13: | Ch1, 1 HDC in each st across. |
Row 14: | Ch1, 1 HDC in 1st & each of next 3 sts, 1 BO in next st. 1 HDC in next st, 1 BO in next st. Repeat 6 more times. 1 HDC in each of next 4 sts. |
Row 15: | Ch1, 1 HDC in each st across. |
Rows 16-17: | Repeat Rows 14 - 15. |
Rows 18-23: | Repeat Rows 12 - 13 (3 times). After final repeat, do NOT fasten off. Proceed to BORDER Pattern. |
BORDER PATTERN
NOTES: | FRONT/RIGHT side (with Bobbles sticking out) should be facing you at all times. Do NOT turn at end of each round. Each side must have a st count increment of 4 +3. |
Rnd 1: | TIP: Be sure to place same number of SC on both raw edges/sides. With FRONT/RIGHT side still facing you, rotate work: Ch1, Evenly place SC down LEFT side. Ch2 to turn corner. 1 SC in each st across BOTTOM (beginning chain). Ch2 to turn corner. Evenly place SC up RIGHT side. Ch2 to turn corner. 1 SC in each st across TOP. Ch2 to turn corner. SS join & do NOT turn. |
Rnd 2: | SS to next (2nd) st of rnd. Sk1, SHELL in next st, Sk1, SS in next st. Repeat across. Sk last st, 7 DC in corner Ch2 space. Sk 1st st, SS in next st, Sk1, SHELL in next st, Sk1, SS in next st. Repeat across. Sk last st, 7 DC in corner Ch2 space. Repeat around. Use invisible join to 1st SS/join of rnd. Fasten off and weave in ends. |
