Grit Crochet Stitch by Janice Jones |Published 08-09-2021
This is a lovely pattern that creates a dense fabric with a little bit of texture. Use it to make washcloths, scarves, blankets, pillow coverings, or makeup-removal pads.
This stitch can lend itself to many different variations of the basic pattern, but the three ways I see published most are
The directions follow. Just remember that each one is done with a foundation chain of 2 + 1, meaning that you will need to start with an odd number of chain stitches. The single crochet grit creates the densest fabric, and the double-treble is very stretchy.
ch = chain
sc = single crochet
st = stitch
dc = double crochet
tr = treble crochet
While all of the crochet grit stitches are easy to make and memorize, I think this one is the easiest. It also creates a relatively dense fabric that works well for most household objects such as a face or dishcloths, pillows, cozies, and baskets. Once you master the pattern, scroll down to the bottom of the page for directions on making a scrubby dishcloth.
Foundation Chain: Multiples of 2 + 1 Add 2 to base chain if writing your own pattern.
Row 1: skip 2ch, which counts as your first sc, work 1sc into next ch, *skip 1ch, 2sc into next ch; rep from * to last 2ch, skip 1ch, 1sc into the last ch, turn.
Row 2: 1 ch (counts as 1sc), 1sc into first st, *skip 1 sc, 2sc into next sc; rep from * to last 2sts, skip 1sc, 1sc into the top of the last ch. Turn.
Repeat row 2 until you have reached your desired length.
Foundation Chain: Multiples of 2 + 1. Add 2 to base chain, if writing your own pattern.
Row 1: Skip 2 ch which counts as your first sc, work 1 dc into next ch, *skip 1 ch, work 1 sc and 1 dc into the next ch, repeat from * to the last 2 ch, skip 1 ch and then work 1 sc into the last ch, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, which counts as 1 sc, work 1 dc into the 1st st, *skip 1 dc, work 1 sc and 1 dc into next sc, repeat from * to the last two sts, skip 1 dc, work 1 sc into the top of the turning ch, turn.
Repeat Row 2 until you have reached the length you want.
Foundation Chain: Multiples of 2 + 1. Add 2 to base chain if writing your own pattern.
Row 1: Skip 2 ch which counts as your first dc, work 1 dc into next ch, *skip 1 ch, work 1 dc and 1 tr into the next ch, repeat from * to the last 2 ch, skip 1 ch and then work 1 dc into the last ch, turn.
Row 2: ch 1, which counts as 1 sc, work 1 dc into the 1st st, *skip 1 dc, work 1 sc and 1 dc into next sc, repeat from * to the last two sts, skip 1 dc, work 1 sc into the top of the turning ch, turn.
Repeat Row 2 until you reach your desired length.
Here is a quick way to practice the grit stitch and get a little household item that is both beautiful and extremely useful. A scrubby dishcloth. For this project, I used Yarn Bee Scrub-ology Scrub It! in the color orange. (yes, I'm thinking Autumn)
NOTE:
If you've never used a scrubby yarn before, it may feel a bit rough on your hands at first. You do get used to it, but if it is very awkward, consider using plastic gloves over your hands.
This yarn is a number 5 and I used a "J-10" Crochet Hook (6 mm or UK size 4)
One 3 ounce skein or 79 yards was ample plenty to create this little cloth with more than enough to make something else.
Free Pattern: Dishcloth Scrubby