Mayfield Washcloth – FREE PATTERN

Introducing the Mayfield Washcloth – a free absolute beginner crochet pattern with subtle texture and design.

The Mayfield Washcloth is part of my “Bare Basics” pattern collection, designed for the very beginner crocheter! In October of 2024, I was asked to begin teaching beginner crochet classes at my local Art Guild. I had some previous teaching experience at the time and gladly accepted the invitation!

As I was prepping for the class, I realized that I did not really have a good collection of *truly* beginner crochet patterns. I strive to design simple and straightforward patterns (for the most part), but that doesn’t necessarily mean that they are good patterns for the absolute beginner.

So, I figured if I was to start teaching classes, I needed to design some of my *own* ultra beginner crochet patterns that I could recommend to my students. Thus was born the Bare Basics Collection!

Along with the Mayfield Washcloth, this collection includes the Mayfield Baby Blanket, the Sedalia Scarf, and the Symsonia Earwarmer. Since I was inspired by the classes at my local Art Guild, I decided to name all of these patterns after town names in my county.

All of these patterns are rated for the *absolute beginner*. Any of them would be a great option for your FIRST crochet project! Ready to dive in?!

First, if you are completely new to crochet, I recommend you watch this video before getting started! This will walk you through all of the beginner information of how to crochet, from very start to very finish. Once you feel comfortable with the basics, come back here to get started on your Mayfield Washcloth.

Okay, okay! Let’s get into this pattern!

You can purchase the print-friendly PDF here!

YARN

Worsted Weight yarn

I used Dishie from WeCrochet, which is a 100% cotton yarn. However, here is a list of alternatives if you’re looking for something different!

• Michaels: Loops & Threads Everyday Cotton
• Walmart: Peaches N’ Cream
• Hobby Lobby: I Love This Cotton
• Joann: K + C Essential

The most important thing is that you find a worsted weight, 100% cotton yarn. Cotton is the best fiber for kitchen items. If you are shopping online, you can filter search results to only show worsted weight. If you are shopping in-store, turn to the back of the yarn label and locate the skein icon – it should have a number 4 on it to be considered worsted.

FINISHED SIZE

The pattern is written to be made to any size desired, though I do give guidelines in the pattern to create a 8.5” square.

YARDAGE

100 yards

MATERIALS

• Hook: 4.5mm
• Other: scissors, flexible tape measure, yarn needle

ABBREVIATIONS 

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• tc: treble crochet
• st(s): stitch(es)
• * to *: repeat

GAUGE

No gauge required for this pattern, as you can easily work this pattern to any width and length desired.

NOTES

Written in US Terms.

Beginning ch 1 does not count as a stitch.

START THE PATTERN

Ch 34, or any even number.

I recommend aiming for a width between 8”-9”. However, do not measure your starting ch to determine width. Work at least 1 row to get your width established, then measure. Go back to the starting ch to adjust if necessary.

Row 1: Starting in the second ch from the hook, sc. Sc in each ch across. (33 sts)

Row 2: Ch 1 and turn. Sc in the first st. *Tc in the next st, sc in the next st* across the row, ending on an sc. (33 sts)

Row 3: Ch 1 and turn. Sc in each st across. (33 sts)

Repeat Rows 2-3 for a total of 35 rows, or until you have worked a complete square. Either way, you should end on a Row 3 repeat.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Don’t forget to grab your PDF copy here to keep this pattern in your forever stash!

Need a video tutorial to assist you along the way?

I’d love to see your beautiful Mayfield Washcloth! If you share a photo of your work on social media, be sure to tag me (@sassandstitchcrochet) so I can see it! You can also use the hashtags #MayfieldWashcloth  and #SassAndStitchCrochet