Spike Stitch Dishcloth by Louise Bollanos

Spike Stitch Dishcloth

Crochet
February 2026
both are used in this pattern
Aran (8 wpi) ?
18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in single crochet
4.0 mm (G)
167 yards (153 m)
8.5 x 8.5 in / 21.5 x 21.5 cm
US
English
This pattern is available for free.

A sweet, scrubby Valentine dishcloth you’ll actually use!

This crochet spike stitch pattern combines red, white, and pink cotton to create a textured, heart-like look with a clean single crochet border.

Best of all, you can carry the yarn up the side (no constant cutting) and repeat the simple rows until you’ve got the perfect square.

Materials

Yarn: Any cotton yarn (100% cotton works best for absorbent cloths)
Approx 30g / 51 meters / 55.8 yds of each color
Yarn A: Red
Yarn B: White
Yarn C: Pink

Tools
Hook: 4 mm crochet hook (US G/6)
Tape measure
Yarn needle
Scissors

Skill Level

Advanced Beginner

Sizing

8.5 x 8.5 in / 21.5 x 21.5 cm