Little Britches Dishcloth pattern

Britches Dishcloths


Size H hook
4 ply 100% Cotton Yarn
Ribbon for joining

Make 2 cloths to make the britches


Row 1: ch 28, counting the loop on the hook, dbl crochet in 3rd ch from hook and in each st across, (27 dc)

Row 2: Ch 2, counts as first dc now and throughout, turn, dc in each st across (27 dc)

Row 3-14: Repeat row 2. Finish off.

Fold each dishcloth in half and thread ribbon through second from the bottom row, gather and tie a bow in each. this will form the bottom of the "britches" leg. Then thread ribbon through second from top row starting on the front and continuing around and connecting both dishcloths in the back and continuing around to the front. Gather and tie to form waist of pants. Tie one more ribbon 4 or 5 rows from waist connecting both together to form fly.



Attach the following poem and they are ready to give away:

Now don't get excited,

Don't be misled.

These aren't for you,

But our dishes instead.

Just pull on the bow,

Take out the stitches,

You've gained two dishcloths,

But, you've lost your....britches.