Free Crochet Pattern | The Seward Dishcloth
Written by: Kristen Moore
Published on 05/31/23
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If you love easy dishcloth patterns, you are going to be so excited about this one. Not only is it a simple stitch, but it creates the best texture needed for a practical dishcloth. Seriously, you’re going to love it! Read ahead to learn about the inspiration behind this pattern, or scroll to the bottom to begin making!
BEHIND THE IDEA
Have you ever been somewhere where you can’t help but feel inspired? My family and I have been blessed to live in the gorgeous state of Alaska for the last couple of years. There is literally inspiration everywhere I go. From the incredible wildlife to the chilling, rigid mountaintops, there are colors and textures I know will stick with me forever.
These days as a crochet designer, it is difficult to keep myself from constantly brainstorming and thinking of new ideas wherever I go. One of the things I feel is neat about crochet pattern designing, is that each designer in our community lives in their own unique world with unique ways of being inspired. Whether that be through their location, their home, their family dynamics, their own personal interests - whatever that may be, their stories are unique from everyone else.
For me, the inspiration behind my newest design came from a beautiful local city by the name of Seward, Alaska. We’ve been to the area several times for camping, exploring the Sea Life Center and hiking to the beautiful Exit Glacier. We even had to evacuate our campground at 11pm one night due to a tsunami warning! Thankfully, everything turned out okay and we were able to return back to our camper a couple of hours later. Due to the common earthquakes we have in the area, we learned how tsunami warnings are actually not a rare occurrence for the city of Seward with it sitting right next to the ocean. During our first visit to the area we were also able to go on a beautiful boat tour where we saw incredible wildlife like puffins, eagles, sea lions, and even several whales. It’s honestly just a calming and beautiful place filled with an immense amount of God’s artistry.
So, a few months ago when I was experimenting with different crochet stitches and came up with a new texture, I couldn’t help but think of the ocean waves, rocks, and wildlife we saw in Seward. That, in combination with some of the Dishie Cotton colorways I chose had me completely in love and set on this design.
This new and easy crochet pattern has me contemplating the beginning of a entire new series of Alaskan themed/named patterns from the different places we've visted during our time here! It sounds a little intimidating, but I may have to give it a shot!
Now, for some yarn details! I plan on writing up another blog post soon on my favorite cotton yarns, but for now I wanted to talk about the yarn I used for this pattern specifically. I had been seeing so many makers using WeCrochet Dishie Cotton for many of their dishcloth and other kitchen items, and always wanted to try it for myself. After designing this pattern, I wanted to find colors that captured the inspiration behind this pattern. So when I checked out Dishie Cotton and realized how MANY colorways they had to choose from, I was really excited to get some and try it out!
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Photo by one of my amazing pattern testers.
This is a quick and easy crochet pattern leaving you with a beautiful finished dishcloth to add to your kitchen, or give as a gift to a new homeowner! Enjoy the pattern!
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The Seward Dishcloth Crochet Pattern
Difficulty Level: Easy/Advanced Beginner
Finished measurements: 7" (18 cm) square
Materials
Yarn: WeCrochet Dishie Cotton, or any worsted (4) weight 100% cotton yarn. Because of its ability to absorb well, I recommend only using 100% cotton yarn for this project. You will need approx. 55 yds/50m for one dishcloth.
Tape Measure
Abbreviations
blo = back loop only
ch = chain
dc = double crochet
flo = front loop only
fo = fasten off
rep = repeat
sc = single crochet sl st = slip stitch
st = stitch
Gauge
19 sts x 13 rows = 4" (10 cm) in main pattern stitches
Pattern
Ch 33
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, *dc in next ch, sc in next ch* rep from *to* across to last ch, dc in last ch, ch 1 (does not count as a stitch now and throughout), turn. [32 sts]
Row 2: sc through both loops of 1st st, *flo dc in next st, blo sc in next st* rep from *to* across to last st, dc through both loops of last st, ch 1, turn. [32 sts]
Rows 3-20: rep row 2. [32 sts]
Continue to creating your twisted hanging loop before fastening off.
Twisted Hanging Loop Instructions
- Pull the yarn on your hook to create a loop about 5-6“ (13-15 cm) long. Using your hook, twist the loop of yarn about 20-30 times. sl st in last st made. Use your fingers to smooth and even out your twisted yarn. Insert your hook into the end of your twisted loop, yarn over and pull through both loops on hook. sl stitch into the edge of the last stitch one row down to secure. fo, and weave in ends.
You’re officially done with your Seward Dishcloth! I hope you enjoyed this pattern!
I would love to see your finished crocheted dishcloths! Please feel free to tag me on social media using @junebugandjames, or by using the hashtag #SewardDishcloth.
Photo by another fantastic pattern tester!
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