I Love Texture Kitchen Towels

Crochet Dish Towel Pattern

Looking for a free crochet kitchen towel that is easy and quick to make? Are you tired of constantly reaching for paper towels? Then it’s time to try these crochet kitchen towel pattern!

These free crochet dishcloth pattern uses Lily Sugar n’ Cream 100% Cotton yarn. Why cotton yarn? Because when it comes to tackling spills, drying dishes, and wiping down countertops, nothing beats the natural absorbent power of cotton. These absorbent crochet tea towels are designed to be your go-to for all your kitchen tasks, offering a durable and reusable alternative to single-use paper products.

Inspiration for Crochet Kitchen Towel

Why not a crochet dish towel or kitchen towel as a wedding gift? Personally, I believe you can’t go wrong with gifting a crochet kitchen towel, whether it’s for a wedding, housewarming, or even as a last-minute present. Every home needs one—perfect for use as a hand towel in the bathroom or a dish towel in the kitchen. Plus, they’re quick and easy to make, making them ideal for those last-minute gifting needs.

I designed this crochet hand towel as a last-minute wedding gift after a frustrating experience with a delayed yarn order. For over a month, I checked my emails daily and made countless calls, only to receive an update explaining delays due to COVID-19 lockdowns. With just a week left before the wedding and no yarn in sight, I turned to my local store—thank goodness for reliable options close to home!

I grabbed Lily Sugar ’n Cream yarn from Joann and got to work. My goal was to create something quick, easy, yet thoughtful and practical gift for the couple. A crochet dish towel was the perfect choice. After all, who doesn’t appreciate quality crochet kitchen towels or handmade towels? They’re a must-have for any home, especially for those who enjoy cooking and spending time in the kitchen.

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Why Choose Crochet Kitchen Towels

Superior Absorbency: The unique texture of crochet combined with the natural fibers of 100% cotton yarn creates a towel that soaks up spills quickly and efficiently. Say goodbye to streaks and hello to sparkling clean surfaces!
Eco-Friendly Choice: Reduce your environmental footprint by switching to reusable handmade dish towels. Our cotton kitchen towels can be washed and used again and again, making them a smart and sustainable kitchen essential.
Durable and Long-Lasting: Crafted with care, these crochet kitchen towels are built to withstand daily use. The sturdy crochet stitches ensure they won’t fall apart after just a few washes, offering you long-lasting value.
Stylish Kitchen Decor: Who says practical can’t be beautiful? These handmade kitchen towels come in a variety of colors and textures to complement your kitchen decor. Add a touch of handmade charm to your space while staying organized.
Gentle on Surfaces: The soft texture of 100% cotton yarn makes these absorbent crochet towels gentle on delicate dishes and surfaces, preventing scratches and damage.
Easy Care: Simply toss your cotton kitchen towels in the washing machine and dryer for easy cleaning. They’ll be ready to tackle more spills in no time!

Yarn

These crochet kitchen towels are made using Sugar ’n Cream 100% Worsted Cotton Yarn. For this project, I chose a simple yet effective pattern featuring single and double crochet stitches. With limited time before the wedding, I knew this approach would help me:

Finish the making the dish towels quickly.
Create beautiful textured kitchen towels that are both functional and visually appealing.

The texture is perfect for soaking up water, and the yarn was a dream to work with, which helped me complete the towels efficiently. With the extra time saved, I even decided to make matching I Love Texture Potholders to complete the set.

I was thrilled to find yarn in colors that coordinated beautifully with the bride’s wedding theme. Thankfully, I finished the kitchen towels and potholders on time and was able to gift them to her on her special day.

Unfortunately, as of writing this, I still haven’t heard back from the yarn company regarding my original order. COVID-19 has truly impacted so many aspects of life, including delays in shipping. Despite the challenges, I’m grateful that this quick and thoughtful crochet hand towels turned out so well!

You can use any cotton yarn to make the towels with emphasize to 100% cotton.

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I am sharing this crochet hand towel pattern in the Sweet and simple Blog Hop hosted by Pam of Carroway Crochet. You can get the free PDF pattern this week only from February 6, 2022 to February 14, 2022.

‍Skill Level ‍

Basic‍

‍Materials

Lily Sugar n Cream Super Size 100% Cotton medium weight 4 yarn, 200 yds/184 m (4 oz/113 g)

‍White Towel

‍Color A: White-340 yds/311 m

Color B: Overcast-40 yds/37 m ‍

Color C: Dark Orchid-15 yds/ 14 m ‍

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Grey Towel ‍

Color B: Overcast-320 yds/293 m ‍

Color A: White- 60 yds/55 m ‍

Color C: Dark Orchid-15 yds/14 m ‍

Hook Size: US H/8 (5 mm) ‍

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Gauge ‍

13 sts x 11 rows = 4” (10 cm) ‍

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Finished Measurements ‍

Kitchen towel-25” x 15” the border included

Abbreviations

‍ch- chain

sc- single crochet

dc- double crochet

rep-repeat

st- stitch‍

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Notes‍

These Kitchen towels are made with sc, dc, and ch. They are made in one piece with changing of colors at the beginning of the row. After the towel is finished, a sc border is added on evenly around it, and 3 sc in each corner.

I used Lily Sugar n Cream 100% worsted cotton. You can use any cotton yarn‍

‍Crochet Kitchen Towel Pattern Instructions – Free Pattern

White Kitchen Towel

With Color A, Ch 51 ‍

Row 1: sc in 2nd ch, dc in next ch, *sc in next ch, dc in next ch* rep * to end, turn. ‍

Row 2: ch 1, starting in 1st st, *sc, dc in next st*, rep * to end, turn.
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The instructions from Row 2 make the pattern. Continue with the Row 2 instructions, changing colors as below

Rows 3-8: Continue with Color A ‍

Rows 9- 10: Color B

‍Rows 11-12: Color A ‍

Rows 13- 14: Color C ‍

Rows 15 -16: Color A ‍

Rows 17- 18: Color B
Rows 19-34: Color A‍

Rows 35-36: Color B ‍

Rows 37-38: Color A ‍

Rows 39-40: Color C ‍

Rows 41-42: Color A ‍

Rows 43-44: Color B ‍

Rows 45-52: Color A
Sc evenly around the towel twice. Sc 3 sts in each corner. ‍

Fasten off and weave in the ends

Grey Kitchen Towel‍

With Color B, Ch 51
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch, dc in next ch, *sc in next ch, dc in next ch* rep * to end, turn ‍

Row 2: ch 1, starting in 1st st, *sc, dc in next st*, rep * to end, turn.
The instructions from Row 2 make the pattern. Continue with the Row 2 instructions, changing colors as below:
Rows 3-8: Continue with Color B

Rows 9-12: Color A ‍

Rows 13-14: Color C ‍

Rows 15-18: Color A ‍

Rows 19-34: Color B

‍Row 35-38: Color A ‍

Rows 39-40: Color C ‍

Rows 41-44: Color A ‍

Rows 45-52: Color B
Sc evenly around the towel twice. Sc 3 sts in each corner.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Start by making the band first with single crochet stitches in the back loop only. Make 80 rows

on row 7, you will create the buttonhole

Row 7: With CC, sc 1, scblo 9, sc 50, scblo 4, ch 3, sk 3, scblo 3, ch 1, turn

Row 8: sc 1, scblo 2, sc 3 in ch-3 sp, scblo 4, ccs 25, scblo 10, ch 1, turn

Row 9-12: With MC, rep rows 5-6 twice
Row 13: Rep row 3 twice