How To Crochet - A Washcloth Set - Easy Crochet Dishrag | Bag-O-Day Crochet Tutorial

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  • @BAGODAYCROCHET
    @BAGODAYCROCHET  5 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    First :)

    • @BAGODAYCROCHET
      @BAGODAYCROCHET  5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I don't get Facebook messages, you must ask your question here

    • @mctron22rd
      @mctron22rd 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Can't sleep either? I love this dish cloth! I want to make a bigger one to put on the side of my dish rack. I have a mat there now, but I want to be able to switch them out, so I can wash one while the other one is being used..thank you Crystal!

    • @lyndasteinbrecher7953
      @lyndasteinbrecher7953 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Still laughing at this post!!

    • @michaelamagdalena6933
      @michaelamagdalena6933 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      First? I'm sure you cheated.

    • @jeffj3359
      @jeffj3359 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hi crystal i wanted to ask if you can make another tutorial on how to make a baby footie pajama-jeff

  • @margaretmcneil-smith9237
    @margaretmcneil-smith9237 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Chrystal, I have been crocheting for well over 40 years, although I am prominently a knitter. I have to say, you are a wonderful teacher. Your instructions are very clear, you go at a great speed and your style is very relaxed. I do believe that after knitting over 65 years and crocheting over 40 years, you are the best tutor I have come across. Thank you, so much for doing this.

  • @Darvit_Nu
    @Darvit_Nu หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This washcloth has a lovely texture. I turned to YT to look for more patterns for washcloths, dishcloths, wash rags, etc. I'm glad this one showed up in the recommended videos in the search. Long time subscriber here & one more project I'll happily add to my list of wash rags I'm looking to make. The 100% cotton ones I've made held up far better than any store bought washcloths ever did... and the ones I made still look brand new, despite more than 20 years of daily use & 2 children later lol. Trust me, make your own... they hold up way better & clean far better then the mass-produced factory-garbage sold in stores. They also make great gifts. Such a simple thing but our family & friends really love the cotton items I've made for their homes, even the kids & teens love having their own items in their favorite colors... no arguing or squabbling over whose cloth or towel it is 😉

  • @DaysOfSodaAndLantana
    @DaysOfSodaAndLantana 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    You know, when I watch tutorials for other projects, I oftentimes find myself thinking “I wish Bag-O-Day had a tutorial on this specific project so that I could understand it.”
    You present things in such an easy, detailed, clear way without any fanfare. You have an understanding of the kind of things inexperienced crocheters might have problems with, and you very clearly point out exactly how to identify things.
    Thank you for all the time you gift to us!🥰

    • @teresascrochetandanimals
      @teresascrochetandanimals ปีที่แล้ว +3

      absolutely agree

    • @vivianquackenbush2501
      @vivianquackenbush2501 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Beautiful TRUTHS shared....Crystal is a GEM in ALL areas of her giving LIFE ❣

    • @KellyValdez-yj6mb
      @KellyValdez-yj6mb 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      YES! are a few creators who don't talk, don't ever tell you the name of the stitch....how can I find a Crystal tutorial without the name of the stitch???????

    • @DaysOfSodaAndLantana
      @DaysOfSodaAndLantana 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@KellyValdez-yj6mb Exactly!! 😁

    • @joannreynolds1842
      @joannreynolds1842 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      She's great!!

  • @jillpaxton2422
    @jillpaxton2422 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love this stitch. Interesting enough to keep you engaged, yet simple enough that you can Netflix and chill or carry on a conversation.

    • @brookebaker6265
      @brookebaker6265 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Wow! That's really good to know.

  • @sammason4974
    @sammason4974 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are a fantastic teacher.

  • @DMBallard6
    @DMBallard6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you Crystal! 😃💜🧶

  • @StephRenee812
    @StephRenee812 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it, it looks like the cabbage patch stitch. I was just watching and this was the next video. I was looking for ideas for. Graphghan without having all the traditional stitches everyone uses..

  • @ardithearnhardt2782
    @ardithearnhardt2782 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Those are beautiful washcloths. ♥️🧶

  • @bonniemcpherson8021
    @bonniemcpherson8021 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you I was looking for a different stich to make for my dish cloths ❤ God bless

  • @jonimcwaters2297
    @jonimcwaters2297 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this stitch. Think I'll use it on a baby blanket.

  • @ardithearnhardt2782
    @ardithearnhardt2782 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like your washcloths and I liked the colors. Very nice 😊

  • @marykrontz7380
    @marykrontz7380 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the tutorial. I will try it. You are a good instructor

  • @tammyadams7965
    @tammyadams7965 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like this stitch pattern! I appreciate you going slow to learn the pattern. Love your tutorials and yarn hauls. ❤ you are an Excellent teacher.

  • @hoosierhometeam
    @hoosierhometeam ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this stitch so much!! Absolutely gorgeous! I'm making dish rags for gifts, and I know these will be loved! ❤

  • @dawngann4610
    @dawngann4610 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the coral color. 😊

  • @naturegirl175
    @naturegirl175 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for a wonderful video.

  • @justinekeesee1807
    @justinekeesee1807 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    These work so well!! Make great gift sets too!

  • @marysosa673
    @marysosa673 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love how you take your time and showing how the things are done. I’ve seen a lot of videos and sometimes get frustrated because I can’t catch on to how they’re doing things and I really wanted to try something simple but haven’t really been able to find anything. With so many videos out there I just want to thank you for taking your time in the videos to show exactly how it’s done and repeating it not just going onto the next step. Thank you!

  • @JenniferMarie-cu1cf
    @JenniferMarie-cu1cf หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for this tutorial. The pattern is very pretty🙂

  • @chrisluchini415
    @chrisluchini415 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love how you explain every step! Very patient!

  • @hobbiesandmoremaryking
    @hobbiesandmoremaryking ปีที่แล้ว

    its so easy to follow your patterns, thank you

  • @debbietucker910217
    @debbietucker910217 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Crystal..I love that I can always go back and get tutorials on what I need to make at anytime..

  • @cathyjinks1235
    @cathyjinks1235 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Since I’ve found this tutorial I’ve been addicted! I love the pattern and the texture.I am making several!it’s a great way to destash and a nice project to do while in the car(in the passenger seat 😊)it’s currently my go to project when I need a break from bigger projects
    Thank you Crystal for another great pattern!

  • @barbaralienhard3490
    @barbaralienhard3490 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    You are an excellent teacher, love these tutorials!!!

  • @Laceycrochet
    @Laceycrochet 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rewatching this in full with my Mum who is learning to crochet at the age of 79! She’s been so inspired by all the things I’ve learnt to make from you over the years Crystal and wanted to join your yarny family so I’ve subscribed her 😂🤟🇬🇧

  • @dpberry
    @dpberry 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for these tutorials! I’m practicing new stitches by making dish clothes. Your lessons are by far the most clear and easy to follow along!

  • @teresemadebyziattia
    @teresemadebyziattia 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Crystal, another fine piece. Will add this to my ever growing list.

  • @marcellemorrison5099
    @marcellemorrison5099 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    First it was hats, now you have me hooked on wash cloths.🤗😍🤗. You are an amazing teacher.🤗🤗

  • @liddiabeeman9597
    @liddiabeeman9597 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You have a nice way to explain your stitches. You are easy to understand.

  • @loriproffitt208
    @loriproffitt208 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this. Been looking for a new washcloth pattern thank you this is amazing looking and pretty simple to make. Thank you Crystal!!

  • @kfslat
    @kfslat 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent teacher

  • @dianaewert8150
    @dianaewert8150 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the close up on your camera. So easy to see what you are doing! Thank you.

  • @chiefnfanny
    @chiefnfanny 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Can’t sleep tonight, I guess I should make myself useful and crochet! Thanks for the tutorial!!!

  • @mrs.cookie5610
    @mrs.cookie5610 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have some cotton yarn, I didn’t know what I wanted to make and this is it. Thanks again Crystal.

  • @vickie9879
    @vickie9879 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OMG I'm so in love with this stitch. On my way to making some of these for gifts. Thank you.

  • @CoolCraftyCreations
    @CoolCraftyCreations 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I absolutely LOVE 2 and 3 row repeats! I’ll be making up a couple of these for a house warming party this weekend

  • @lowannapersinger8436
    @lowannapersinger8436 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just love your videos...please don't stop. You are a blast at picking up others spirits. Your husband is also a lot of fun. Keep videos coming....God Bless

  • @shirleypiele989
    @shirleypiele989 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Found out I can use 85_15 glad I watched you pattern Thanks

  • @kathyz8039
    @kathyz8039 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very pretty love that stitch. Thank you Crystal for the video. I have a lot of cotton yarn so I’m all set to make these.

  • @carmenmedina358
    @carmenmedina358 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the tutorial Crystal. I like having different patterns for washcloths.❤

  • @meritcooper
    @meritcooper 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are such a blessing to us crocheters out here. Thank you for all that you do and contribute.

  • @deborah5568
    @deborah5568 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really like that stitch. Gonna have to give it a try, small projects is just what I need. Thanks a bunch, Crystal!

  • @grannycrafteredna
    @grannycrafteredna 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    these are so pretty and easy, thank you

  • @sharonlewis8182
    @sharonlewis8182 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm just getting back to crocheting, I'm glad I subscribed to you great video.

  • @carol-annmatthew5296
    @carol-annmatthew5296 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good tutorial..thanks Crystal.

  • @amysheart
    @amysheart 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So much better than the plain 'ole single crochet washcloths I've made!!! Thank you fir the video!

  • @kayanivannah8097
    @kayanivannah8097 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This just became my favorite dishcloth pattern. It's really fun to make and has great texture. Thank you! ❤️

  • @lyndasteinbrecher7953
    @lyndasteinbrecher7953 5 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Perfect! Just bought cotton yarn yesterday to make dishrags. If you've read my mind please don't be frightened. It's very noisy in there 🤣. Thanks for all you do. Much appreciated

  • @donnapeterson1945
    @donnapeterson1945 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Washcloth projects are always in my bag so I have something to do when I'm out in about. Love this stitch!

    • @kathywhitehurst8389
      @kathywhitehurst8389 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too. Dish cloths & bibs are my travel work. Something easy & small to always keep in my pocket. Lol

  • @lisaneville332
    @lisaneville332 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for a great tutorial, I love that you take your time and repeat the steps. Thank you❤️

  • @donnas.1075
    @donnas.1075 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just completed 2 of these and love this pattern! Thanks for another great one! 👍💖❇️

  • @gracedean2957
    @gracedean2957 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love my towel I made for my husband. It's a lovely stitch. Thank you!

  • @darlenejames1343
    @darlenejames1343 ปีที่แล้ว

    Crystal, I love this stitch pattern, I also luv your tutorials the fact that they're up close makes it easy to see exactly where to insert the needle, luv, luv, luv it...😄

  • @susansmart2851
    @susansmart2851 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have made soooooo many of these now; LOVE this stitch/design/pattern... and so does everyone else who get them! Thanks for sharing!

  • @sylviawitcheecomrie37
    @sylviawitcheecomrie37 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for another brilliant tutorial. This stitch is so pretty

  • @carlabrown6256
    @carlabrown6256 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I LOVE this Stitch. Besides several wash clothes, have used it to make a hat, a scarf and a headband.
    Love your tutorials!

  • @theastewart6721
    @theastewart6721 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice Crystal! I think I’ll make one today! I have so much cotton yarn that I usually have one crochet and one knit cloth going all the time. They are so much fun and a great way to learn new stitches. Not to mention we use them all the time. I love the way you clean up the edges. It’s not so hard when you don’t have to have a certain number of stitches. As long as it lays flat and looks good that’s what counts. Thanks for sharing!

  • @PinkAlphaMom
    @PinkAlphaMom 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Seeing new videos from you makes me happy. 🥰

  • @Lissabee82
    @Lissabee82 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great pattern and you give clear easy to follow instructions. These make great gifts. Thank you.

  • @bethbullard4310
    @bethbullard4310 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m going to be making a lot of these for Christmas gifts.

  • @diamondsparkle2459
    @diamondsparkle2459 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I use your dishrag into a kitchen towel. Because I liked the stitch that you use for it.

  • @tonichrysostomou2559
    @tonichrysostomou2559 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely pattern. Thank you so much, I am really excited to make a bunch of these. You are just the best Crystal.

  • @kathleenmcquade31
    @kathleenmcquade31 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Crystal! I always have such a hard time spacing out the sc down and then up the other side! I see how clearly you do it, and that is very helpful to me. I have had a few orders from family to make some for them. Thanks again Crystal!

  • @janblackkat7802
    @janblackkat7802 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just what I was looking for!! So pretty!! Love your tutorials!! 🙂❤

  • @laland3134
    @laland3134 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this pattern for washcloth/dishcloth. Thank you!

  • @mariagriffin1216
    @mariagriffin1216 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you it's a great stitch for the dishcloth and I just got some of this yarn and will try to make it as I'm a early bird so it will give me something to do that's productive . 😁
    Hugs Maria

  • @michelleseager9782
    @michelleseager9782 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm so glad you're a night owl too lol I was working on wash cloths for my sister, I did a heart and was searching for more and got your notification! It's perfect!!

  • @iloveloopycrochetandtreasu1994
    @iloveloopycrochetandtreasu1994 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love this pattern. I made your little dress tea towel you put on stove handle, so made this dishrag to go with it. Giving it to my Pastor and his wife . We are making them a basket full of household items like cleaning supplies, papertowels, etc. So I'm adding this to their basket. Thank you for sharing. I love everything you make ❤

  • @princessm2940
    @princessm2940 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    THANK YOU!! I was able to follow easy and you’re an amazing teacher!!

  • @shaihebert2060
    @shaihebert2060 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love all of your videos. I've learned so much and I'm making so many different things since watching you.

  • @ashneysimmons8900
    @ashneysimmons8900 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thought I’d share for my “yarnies” : This is a great gift for friends or family that have just redone their kitchens!!!! I look forward to making my own set!!!! Thanks for the detailed video!!!!!

  • @Scorpio45Libra
    @Scorpio45Libra 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can't believe I missed this 2yrs. ago.......am thinking this would make a really warm, thick and heavy blanket!

  • @deborahbellah321
    @deborahbellah321 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this textured pattern !!! I'm going to try this wash rag...

  • @KBFibers
    @KBFibers 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm using this pattern to make a preemie blanket. Thank you for a nice stitch pattern.

  • @katherinelynne3444
    @katherinelynne3444 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Crystal 💜 beautiful I can’t wait to start on this

  • @kirstenpetersmcgrath3400
    @kirstenpetersmcgrath3400 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My all time favorite wash cloth pattern!!!

  • @Mig-nr8hc
    @Mig-nr8hc 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your such an excellent teacher Crystal 👍🏼

  • @ToDamCute
    @ToDamCute 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is my favorite dishcloth pattern ever. Thank you so much!

  • @tinaspilman1548
    @tinaspilman1548 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Making this for my new kitchen! Thanks Crystal 💛

  • @wendybell6988
    @wendybell6988 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the texture of this stitch!

  • @tammygurl64
    @tammygurl64 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Omg.... I can't believe I stumbled onto this without searching. I saw place mats with this stitch and wanted to make some but I didn't know the stitch and hadn't yet searched for it. I was also going to make plain washcloths and napkins but now I think I'll make them using this stitch. Thank you so much for this video!👍😊

  • @shewildwolff
    @shewildwolff 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just finished a washcloth with this stitch and pattern, it turned out great. Thank you for this tutorial!

  • @brendamccomas7882
    @brendamccomas7882 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like this pattern a lot THANK YOU Chrystal.

  • @CarlaPowell
    @CarlaPowell 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was looking for something quick to do in between a couple of bigger projects. This pattern fit the bill. I am having so much fun making these washcloths! I love this pattern! Think I'll try a scarf using this stitch. Thanks Crystal...another winner!

  • @theresashandmadegifts
    @theresashandmadegifts 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for being such a great teacher. Loved the tutorial ❤. Hugs and loves.

  • @charlenefriedrich6754
    @charlenefriedrich6754 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love this pattern! Crystal you have a way of making it look so easy! Love your channel!
    Thank you for what you do.❤️

  • @Pitoonya
    @Pitoonya 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is my favorite stitch for wash or dish rags!! I made some when you first did this tutorial and I found it again so I'm working on a set now. It's a fun stitch to do and you teach it so well. Thanks Crystal

  • @tawnyamessmore5150
    @tawnyamessmore5150 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this pattern, I have made 8 of them in the last few days. thanks so much! Love you!!

  • @mariagriffin1216
    @mariagriffin1216 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Chrystal I just had to tell you I was up early this morning and made dishcloth and I love it . Thank you or showing this pattern and I'll make many more . Hugs Maria

  • @maggiecraig646
    @maggiecraig646 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely gorgeous. I love the tutorial.

  • @shirleytaylor8148
    @shirleytaylor8148 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the stitch

  • @katiesowards8477
    @katiesowards8477 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love learning from you, don't ever stop!!

  • @lorischreiner1591
    @lorischreiner1591 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very pretty, will crochet a few for my friends. They will make great gifts. Thank you.

  • @patternsoflife1211
    @patternsoflife1211 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was telling a friend of mine that I need to find a crochet pattern for a washcloth. Glad you show posted this tutorial.

  • @crystalclear1969
    @crystalclear1969 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a beautiful stitch.
    Thank you Crystal

  • @susanwagner1745
    @susanwagner1745 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a great new stitch, so pretty! Made my wash rag and will surely use this stitch in an afghan someday!!

  • @wendyschmidt4339
    @wendyschmidt4339 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovley finished project for house warming gift Thank you Crystal 🙏🏻💕🌹

  • @jcklg5
    @jcklg5 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love them! I can always use dish cloths! ❤️

  • @karenallen8424
    @karenallen8424 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m new at this and learning from TH-cam thanks for this one I was able to follow along and it turned out better than most things I have made so far! For some reason even though my stitch count is even my project is never square. I love the texture on this one too!!

    • @char8059
      @char8059 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Karen Allen. If you're fairly new to crochet, your washcloths are probably not square due to your tension. It just takes practice to develop even tension. Before you know it, your items will start to get better and better. One thing I had a problem with was my foundation row being too tight. Then as I continued to crochet, my tension would loosen up and I'd end up with an oddly shaped square, rectangle, whatever. One thing I did (and still do) is to crochet the foundation chain with a hook one size larger than what I'll use in the rest of the pattern. Switch to the smaller hook after the foundation chain and continue on. This helped me not have a finished project that flared outwards from the foundation row. I hope this helps a bit. The key is just to keep on crocheting. Your tension will improve with practice..... It's like this for everyone in the beginning. Don't despair! This is normal. 🙂🧶