Starfish Dishcloth

This easy crochet pattern from Lily Sugar n' Cream mimics the phenomenal color changes in our friend the starfish, so you can keep a momento of the beach wihout getting sand between your toes.

Starfish Dishcloth

Materials:

Lily® Sugar‘n Cream® Stripes (2 oz / 56.7 g; 95 yds / 86 m)
21010 (Natural Stripes) 1 ball
Size 5 mm (U.S. H or 8) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge.
13 sc and 14 rows = 4" [10 cm] gauge

Instructions:

Chain 2. 1st rnd: 5 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with sl st to fi rst sc.
2nd and 3rd rnds: Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to fi rst sc. 20 sc at end of 3rd rnd.
4th rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc. *Ch 9. Working in back loops only, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and each of the next 7 ch. Working in both loops, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc. Rep from * 4 times more; ending last rep with 1 sc in each of last 2 sc. Join with sl st to fi rst sc.
5th rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in fi rst sc. *Miss next sc. Working in rem loops from previous rnd, 1 sc in each of next 7 sts. 3 sc in next st. Working in both loops, 2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 7 sc. Miss next sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc. Rep from * 4 times more, ending last rep with 1 sc in last sc. Join with sl st to fi rst sc.
6th rnd: Ch 2 (counts as hdc). *1 sc in each of next 8 sc. (1 sc. 1 hdc) in next sc. (1 hdc. 1 dc. 1 hdc) in next sc. (1 sc. 1 hdc) in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 8 sc.** Draw up a loop in each of next 2 sts. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook - sc2tog made. Rep from * 3 times more, then from * to ** once. Miss last sc. Join with sl st to top of beg ch 2.
7th rnd: Sl st in each of next 2 sc. Ch 1. 1 sc in each of next 9 sts. 2 sc in next hdc. *(1 sc. 1 hdc. 1 sc) in next dc. 2 sc in next hdc. 1 sc in each of next 9 sts. (Yoh and draw up a loop in next st. Yoh and draw through 2 loops on hook) 3 times. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook – dc3tog made. Rep from * 4 times more. Join with sl st to fi rst sc.
8th rnd: Sl st in next sc. Ch 1. *1 sc in each of next 10 sc. 2 sc in next sc. *(1 sc. 1 hdc. 1 sc) in next hdc. 2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 10 sc. Draw up a loop in each of next 3 sts. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook – sc3tog made. Rep from * 4 times more. Join with sl st to fi rst sc.
9th rnd: Sl st in next sc. Ch 1. *1 sc in each of next 11 sc. 2 sc in each of next 3 sc. 1 sc in each of next 11 sc. Sc3tog. Rep from * 4 times more. Join with sl st to fi rst sc.
10th rnd: Sl st in next sc. Ch 1. *1 sc in each of next 12 sc. 2 sc in each of next 3 sc. 1 sc in each of next 12 sc. Sc2tog. Rep from * 4 times more. Join with sl st to fi rst sc. Fasten off .

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lcarr

Apr 26, 2017

There is a mistake in round 5 in the third set of brackets of the repeat section. It should read (1 hdc. 1 sc). I am not sure why we start that round with a ch 2 (counts as hdc). The rest of the star has a sc2tog between points. Only the start/finish has this different stitch. It creates a hole in this one spot, rather than a neat decrease like the other mid-sections. My finished starfish is ten inches wide, point to point.

princess6860504

Feb 08, 2017

I would really use this on my kitchen table as a centerpiece, along with a coordinating table runner. As a kitchen dish cloth, it is so darn adorable! The colors are just right, mimicking a real starfish from the sea. I will suggest making other cloths in maybe greens and blues, too.

ajmmcgee48 2806340

Aug 31, 2013

I made this starfish dishcloth while on vacation. I love it once I got it figured out. After many attempts and always having trouble at the same spot I found a slight error in round 7 line 6. The * is in the wrong spot and it makes a big difference. I am newer at crochet so did not catch this the first few attempts. I also made it a little smaller by not adding the last row or two rows. I like a smaller dish cloths than some tho. I learned something and that is I will read the posts to see if there is an error before I start something. Learning experience and I do like it and recommend anyone trying this pattern. Andrea

ajmmcgee48 2806340

Aug 31, 2013

I enjoyed making this dishcloth, but have to admit at first it drove me crazy. I finally discovered the slight error in the round 6 with the placing of the *. Next time I will read the comments and see if there is a mistake before I learn it the hard way. Thanks, Andrea

Drusalina

May 09, 2013

It would be very helpful FavCrafts if your directions were limited to 1 page. Give us the option on how to print. I am trying to save paper and ink. Also A PDF to download is FAB!

donnaj71

Oct 30, 2012

I LOVE this pattern and enjoyed making it. There is only one slight mistake. In row 6 the astrick should be before "1 sc in each of next 9 sts...." Where it is now it has you starting in the middle of a starfish arm without completing the first side. That just doesn't work :O) This was an easy pattern though. A beginner should be able to work this.

pum5553

Jun 25, 2012

What is the number of chain stitches in the beginning for the starfush?

genecarol 6018495

Jun 22, 2012

I think the number of stiches to begin should be listed. I love the butterfly dishcloth & have made several. Thank you.

Happy Cat

Mar 23, 2012

Living in Myrtle Beach the star fish!! I've made a few and gave them to inland friends.They come out cute. Didn't like the butterfly body-loved the wings

mamawolfe140

Mar 23, 2012

i agree with Wendymom, i was thinking about the difficulty of the patterns.

Wendymom

Mar 23, 2012

I love both this pattern and the butterfly, but I am hoping this one is easier. They don't seem to say what rating these patterns are on difficulty. I am more experienced in knitting, and have finished a few crochet items, and can crochet the basic sts.

Mar 23, 2012

I love this pattern! I want to try it as soon as I finish the blanket I am on.

anniebee479 204290 5

Mar 23, 2012

I like the starfish the best.Will try to get one made

carmenbmamo 054838 8

Mar 23, 2012

i prefer the starfish dishcloth.....

mrsmeh

Mar 23, 2012

I actually like the look of the butterfly dishcloth a little better, but for practicality, I'd go with the starfish. And besides, starfish and water go together.

PeachPecan

Mar 23, 2012

I used to live near the beach and I miss it. This pattern is wonderful. The other pattern is beautiful, but I don't know how it would hold up in use.

pamk 4802078

Mar 23, 2012

This is a must, so cute will be admired by all and makes good little gifts. Thanks.

gatewaycom 4442082

Mar 23, 2012

I love this pattern - and the starfish looks very realistic - a definate must for my kitchen!

ctsheehy 5454627

Mar 23, 2012

The other pattern has too many open spaces in it to do the job as a functional wash cloth, although it's very pretty as a decorative motif.

sfcooper63

Mar 22, 2012

The starfish looks more real to me.

linlit272

Mar 22, 2012

I live in close to the beach and love all things Ocean.... starfish has it hands down.

mbright1331 841507 0

Mar 22, 2012

Like the starfish, but don't think I could use that shape as a dishcloth.

GeorgiaAnn

Mar 22, 2012

I like the starfish dish cloth best.

mellowsong

Mar 22, 2012

Definitely like this one better than the butterfly :)

Crafter 14704

Mar 22, 2012

Everything but the sand! Love it!

bluezster 7906982

Mar 22, 2012

I love it

Artistic Oasis

Mar 22, 2012

I like this one.

luckygirl2u 206765 6

Jan 21, 2012

I just don't understand this pattern. When I do the chain 9 4 sc 4 times there is several sc spaces left. I just can't figure it out. I did post a note on FB asking for help. I really want to make this. :-)

jnshadyac 0081040

Dec 27, 2011

i would like to make this but it did not say how many chains to start. Also, could you tell me what "fi rst" means? thank you! these are so cute!

JennyBee1

Dec 28, 2011

@jnshadyac 0081040, I'm sorry to hear of your trouble. I have two options for you: 1. You can contact the pattern designer directly for help. The designer is specified in the byline. 2. I might also suggest that you try posting your question to our sites Facebook page. It is monitored by the editor and is a great resource for helpful tips and suggestions from our Facebook friends; perhaps they can offer some guidance! Here is the link: http://www.facebook.com/FaveCrafts --editors of FaveCrafts

Teariana Designs

Dec 29, 2011

I found the fi rst in another pattern. It is actually first, you probably figured that out by now. I don't know why that comes up. As for how many to chain I have a similar pattern and it called for ch. 4 but that was dc not sc. So I would chain at least 3 for this pattern. I love the combination of the yarn and pattern they were so made for each other, very pretty design this will fit very nicely with my bathroom theme.

Teariana Designs

Dec 29, 2011

Oh, and also to fix the fi rst's easily, if you have Word just go to the replace tab on the right and enter the fi rst in the first box and first in the second box and click replace all. Much faster than the one by one I did the first time. Do I have enough firsts in this reply? he he.