What Type of Yarn to Use to Crochet Dishcloths? Frequently Asked Questions

Crochet Dishcloths are the one project everyone who crochets has made at one point or another. In reality, it is the one project beginners and crochet teachers turn to when teaching (or learning) to crochet. That is because it is a very simple project, like some sort of admission test to the hobby.

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First Post: 10 reasons to crochet dishcloths.
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Third Post: FREE Dishcloth Patterns
Fourth Post: How to Care for Your Crochet Dishcloths?
Fifth Post: Guide to Sell Handmade Crochet

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Can I Use Any Yarn to Make Crochet Dishcloths?

You could use any yarn that you have on hand to make a dishcloth, like a sports yarn or acrylic as long as it is as a try-out. If you are looking to keeping your dishcloth and using it, then I recommend using the right yarn.

So What is The best yarn to use when making a crochet dishcloth?

The best type of yarn you will use for making crochet dishcloths is cotton yarn.

Why Use Cotton Yarn to Make Crochet Dishcloths?

Cotton Yarn is durable, strong, meant to get wet and be used A LOT.

Cotton Yarn allows a project to hold its shape. Cotton does not stretch.

Lion Brand Kitchen Cotton is an excellent choice to make crochet dishcloths.

Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton Yarn is another very good option that will hold multiple washes!

Lily Sugar 'n Cream is a widely used cotton yarn used to make dishcloths. In fact, the dishcloths made for my Most-Visited FREE pattern in this blog, Summer Breeze V-Stitch Dishcloths, were crocheted using this type of cotton yarn. I loved the rich colors and it crochets really well. Use a good hook and you are good to go!

Other Patterns Made Using Cotton Yarn:

- Crochet Towel Holder FREE Pattern

- Crochet Tea Bag Holder FREE Pattern

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