Joy Cloth

 

 

Materials:

2 -3 ounces of  worsted weight 100% cotton yarn. I used Peaches and Cream

Size H   crochet hook

Tapestry needle

Scissors

Abbreviations:

Crochet terms used are US

ch: chain

sc: single crochet

dc: double crochet

sk: skip

st: stitch

sts: stitches

Finished size: 8 1/4  inches square , including edging.

Pattern is worked in multiples of 3+2

Ch 32 loosely

Row 1:  sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each st across, turn.

Row 2: ch 3 (counts as first dc now and throughout), dc in same st, *sk

2 sts, 3 dc in next st; repeat from * across to last 3 sts; sk 2 sts, 2 dc in

last st, turn.

Row 3: ch 3,  dc in same st,  *sk 2 sts, (dc, ch 1, dc) in next st; repeat

from * to last 3 sts; sk 2 sts, 2 dc in last st, turn.

Row 4: ch 3, dc in same st,  3 dc in each ch-1 sp across to last 3 sts, sk

2 sts, 2 dc in last st, turn.

Repeat rows 3 and 4 until piece measures 8 inches or is desired size .  Do not fasten off.

Edging: sc evenly around, working 3 sc in each corner.   Finish off.

Weave in ends.

Additional Notes:

1 Changing the hook size or yarn will change the size of the cloth.

2 Changing the brand or type yarn might change the size of the cloth.

3 This cloth can also be made larger or smaller by changing the number of stitches used in the starting chain. Please see the above listed multiples.

Please be advised that this pattern is copyrighted to Norma R. Wampler as of June, 2001. To the best of my human knowledge this is my original design. All Rights Reserved. You may PRINT OUT A COPY for personal and charitable use only. Pattern may not be shared via email, or posted on websites, blogs or given to groups without written permission from Norma R. Wampler. You may reach me through Ravelry ID : scrunchyy or through comments at: http://www.stitchingandliving.net/