Textured Star Stitch Dishcloth - Free Crochet Pattern with Tutorial
Looking for a dishcloth that’s both textured and practical? This Textured Star Stitch Dishcloth is a modern twist on the classic star stitch, worked in the back loops only to create a beautifully raised, knit-like texture.
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This free crochet star stitch dishcloth pattern includes a step-by-step tutorial and is perfect for confident beginners, quick gifts, or adding handmade charm to your kitchen.
Why you’ll love this crochet pattern
- Well-structured instructions with clear explanations
- Great introduction to the star stitch
- Perfect for crocheters ready to try a textured stitch
- Quick and relaxing project
- Clear step-by-step photos
- Perfect for gifts or stash busting
Skill level: Intermediate
Materials
- Yarn: Paintbox Cotton Aran (100% cotton), approx. 45g -50g
Yarn Weight: Aran | 10-ply
Blend: 100% Cotton
Ball Weight: 50g (1.75oz)
Yarn Length: 85m (93yds)
- Hook: 4 mm (Size G)
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
- 4 stitch markers
Finished Size
Approx. 9" × 9" (23 × 23 cm), including border.
Gauge
Approx. 9 star stitches × 9 rows = 4" × 4" (10 × 10 cm).
Stitches and Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- BLO – back loop only
- RS – right side
- WS – wrong side
Special Stitches Used
Star Stitch: This pattern uses a modified star stitch worked across multiple stitches and rows. The first star stitch of each star row is worked differently than the following star stitches.
A step-by-step photo tutorial is provided below to guide you through the construction of the star stitch.
Notes
- Each complete star is worked over 2 rows: one star stitch row and one hdc row.
- The first star stitch row is worked into the foundation chains as usual.
- From Row 3 onward, all star stitches are worked into the back loops only (BLO).
- A stabilizing hdc at the end of star stitch rows keeps the side edges straight.
- Turning chains do not count as stitches.
- Tip: Placing a stitch marker in the center stitch of the 3 sc made in each corner can help you easily identify where to work the next corner on subsequent rounds.
Instructions
Ch 39.
Dishcloth Body
Row 1 (RS): Star Stitch Row
Work into the foundation chains as usual.
First star stitch:
Insert hook and pull up a loop in:
- 2nd chain from the hook
- Each of the next 4 chains
6 loops on hook, yarn over and pull through all 6 loops.
Ch 1 to close the star stitch.
Second star stitch and all following star stitches:
Insert hook and pull up a loop in:
- Ch-1 (eye) of the previous star stitch
- Last leg of the previous star stitch
- Same chain where that last leg was made
- In each of the next 2 chains
6 loops on hook, yarn over and pull through all 6 loops.
Ch 1 to close the star stitch.
Repeat with star stitches across the row; at the end of the row you will have 1 unworked chain remaining;
work 1 hdc into the last chain. Turn.
(Total: 17 star stitches + 1 hdc)
Row 2 (WS): HDC Row
Ch 2, work 2 hdc into the eye of each star stitch across the row;
1 hdc into the 3rd ch of the last star stitch.Turn.
(Total: 35 hdc)
Row 3 (RS): Star Stitch BLO Row
First star stitch BLO:
Ch 3.
Insert hook and pull up a loop in:
- 2nd chain from the hook
- 3rd chain from the hook
- Back loop only (BLO) of the first stitch of the row
- Back loop only (BLO) of the next stitch of the row
6 loops on hook, yarn over and pull through all 6 loops.
Ch 1 to close the star stitch.
Second star stitch BLO and all following star stitches (BLO):
Insert hook and pull up a loop in:
- Ch-1 (eye) of the previous star stitch
- Last leg of the previous star stitch
- Back loop only (BLO) of the same stitch where that leg was made
- Back loop only (BLO) of the next stitch
- Back loop only (BLO) of the next stitch
6 loops on hook, yarn over and pull through all 6 loops.
Ch 1 to close the star stitch.
Repeat the star stitch in the back loops only across the row.
Before starting the last star stitch, you will have 2 unworked stitches left at the end of the row.
After completing the last star stitch, finish the row with 1 hdc worked into both top loops of the last stitch
(the same stitch where the last leg of the last star was made). Turn.
Row 4 (WS): HDC Row
Repeat Row 2.
Repeat
Repeat Rows 3–4 until you have worked a total of 18 rows (9 complete stars).
End with a WS hdc row.
Do not fasten off.
Border
Border Round 1: Single Crochet Setup Round
Note: Note: When working stitches across the side edges in the first border round, insert your hook slightly lower to prevent holes. Place the hook into the vertical legs and the eyes of the star stitches, rather than under the top loops.
After finishing the last row with hdc on the WS, turn to work on the RS.
Do not cut yarn.
Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch).
- Work 1 sc in each sc across the top side, ending with 3 sc in the last stitch. Turn the work 90° to work along the side edge.
- Work 33 sc evenly along the side edge, ending at the corner.
- Work 3 sc in the corner stitch. Turn the work 90° to work across the bottom side.
- Work 1 sc in each sc across the bottom side, ending with 3 sc in the last stitch. Turn the work 90° to work along the side edge.
- Work 33 sc evenly along the side edge.
- For the final corner, work 2 sc into the same stitch as the first sc of the round.
Join with a slip stitch to the first sc to close the round.
Stitch count: Each side edge has 33 sc worked between the corners. Corner stitches are worked with 3 sc in each corner stitch.
Border Round 2: Single Crochet Round
Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch).
Work 1 sc in each sc around.
In each corner, work 2 sc into the center stitch of the 3-sc corner.
Fasten off invisibly!
I hope you enjoy crocheting this Textured Star Stitch Dishcloth and have fun experimenting with different colors. Dishcloths are such a satisfying project to make, perfect for everyday use or as a small handmade gift.
If you’re looking for more ideas, be sure to explore my full collection of dishcloth and washcloth patterns:
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