Pattern Description:

This pattern is for the Pebble Beach Washcloth. It is a fantastic first crochet project, suitable for those with basic crochet skills.

It uses a new stitch, which is not the typical single or double crochet. The pattern includes a video tutorial to demonstrate how to make the required stitches.

Crocheted washcloths and dishcloths are described as favorite items to make, offering instant gratification and a feeling of project completion. They also make fantastic handmade gifts.

Materials Needed & Measurements:

Yarn: Approx. 90 yards of worsted weight cotton or cotton-blend yarn. Recommended options include Paintbox Cotton Aran (Washed Teal, Light Champagne, Duck Egg Blue) and Hobby Lobby I Love This Cotton! (Curry).
Yarn Weight: Worsted weight.
Hook: I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook. Adjust as needed: use J (6.0 mm) for tight tension or H (5.0 mm) for loose tension.
Notions: Scissors and a metal tapestry needle. A video tutorial is available for secure end-weaving.
Measurements: Finished washcloth measures approx. 8″ square. Size is adjustable by chaining more or fewer stitches.

Stitches & Abbreviations Used:

Standard crochet terms and implied abbreviations used include:

ch: chain
sc: single crochet – used in the border.
ch 1 space: the space created by a chain 1 in the previous row
ch 2: a sequence of two chains
skip a stitch
insert hook
pull up a loop
yarn over
pull through all 4 loops
turn
work final mini bean cluster around the ch 2
insert your hook under the ch 2
sc in each stitch around
sc, ch 2, sc in each corner stitch
Cut yarn
Weave ends

Stitching Instructions for Making the Pebble Beach Washcloth Pattern:

To begin the washcloth, you will make a foundation chain. For the size specified (approximately 8″ square), you will chain 31. However, if you want to adjust the size, you can chain any odd number.

Row 1: Start by making a mini bean cluster in the 3rd chain from the hook. Then, repeat the sequence: chain 1, skip a stitch, mini bean cluster in the next stitch.

You will repeat this sequence across the row, ending with a mini bean cluster in the last chain. After completing the last stitch of the row, you will chain 2 and turn your work.

Row 2: For this row, you will work into the chain 1 spaces created in the previous row. Repeat the sequence: mini bean cluster, chain 1.

You will work this sequence in each chain 1 space across the row. To end the row, you will work your final mini bean cluster around the chain 2 at the end of the row.

To do this, you should insert your hook under the chain 2. After completing the last stitch, chain 2 and turn.

Rows 3 – 26: These rows are worked by repeating row 2. You will continue repeating the instructions for Row 2 for a total of 24 rows (Row 3 through Row 26). This builds the main body of the washcloth.
Row 27: This row is slightly different from the preceding rows. You will again repeat the sequence: mini bean cluster, chain 1 in each chain 1 space across.

You will also work your final mini bean cluster around the chain 2 at the end of the row by inserting your hook under the chain 2. However, instead of chaining 2 at the end of this row, you will chain 1 and turn.