Zigzag Herringbone Cloth by Joanne Fowler

Zigzag Herringbone Cloth

Crochet
August 2026
Aran (8 wpi) ?
12 stitches and 8 rows = 4 inches
in herringbone stitch
4.5 mm
60 yards (55 m)
18cm 7.5"
both US and UK
English
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An absorbent, lightweight and scrubby textured cloth which is fun and relaxing to make!

Work it up in a couple of bold contrast colours for a fun look, a pair of similar shades for a subtle variegation. Otherwise, try a single colour that matches your kitchen or bathroom or one that will add a seasonal touch or the favourite shade of a gift recipient.

The tilted stitches used for the main square provide a herringbone pattern and an interesting chevron edge. This is enhanced by following the path of the stitches with a simple slip stitch edging and surface crochet

Enjoy making your cloth!

Sizes: One size with adjustment tips at end.

Tension: 12 sts x 8 rows = 10cm x 10cm / 4” x 4” measured over main patt rep

Working method: Centre is worked bottom up. Piece is edged.

Finished measurements
a. Length: 18 cm/7”
b. Width: 18 cm/7”

Requirements
Yarnsmiths Cotton Aran; Aran/worsted weight; 80m (88 yd) per 50g skein; 100% cotton or similar. Sample worked in MC Scarlet Red (4100) and CC Coffee Bean (4079)
MC: 35 m / 40 yd
CC: 20 m / 20 yd
4.5mm / US G+/7 crochet hook
Yarn needle and scissors

This pattern is available in both UK terminology and US terminology. Please be sure you are using the instructions in your preferred terminology. I recommend that you read through the pattern before starting.

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