Wheat Stitch™ Dishtowel Holder Crochet Pattern 

If you love crochet projects that make you feel wildly productive in under an hour, the Wheat Stitch™ Dishtowel Holder is about to become your new favorite make. This pattern is practical, giftable, craft-fair friendly, and genuinely fun to stitch.

Worked flat in rows using my signature Wheat Stitch™, this towel holder has a rich texture and beautiful stitch definition that instantly elevates a simple kitchen essential. Once the panel is complete, you’ll add a clean, even edging that pulls everything together…and lets you add the wooden rings as you crochet. That’s right—no sewing! To finish it off, a sweet scalloped border adds just the right amount of charm—because functional doesn’t have to mean boring.

To complete the whole Scalloped Home Set, try the Wheat Stitch™ Hotpad, Wheat Stitch™ Mug Cozy, and Wheat Stitch™ Napkin Ring!

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Wheat Stitch™ Dishtowel Holder Crochet Pattern Supplies

Yarn
Village Yarn Craft Cotton
100% Cotton, Solids 2.5 oz/71g/115 yd/105m ball

Yarn Quantities

With One Color: 55 yards
With Two Colors:

Color A: 40 yards
Color B (Hearts): 15 yards

Yarn Substitutions

WeCrochet Dishie – 100% Cotton, 190yds /100g

Lily Sugar’n Cream Worsted – 100% Cotton, 120yds/70g

Premier Home Cotton Yarn – 85% Recycled Cotton/15% Polyester; 131yds/75g

Remember always to check the gauge and drape when substituting yarns.

Crochet Hook

Size US H (5.0mm) Crochet Hook or hook to obtain gauge.

Notions

Scissors
Yarn Needle
Cat Removable Stitch Marker
Tape Measure
Wooden Rings

Skill Level

Intermediate

Sizing

One Size

Height: 2.5″; with scallops: 3″
Width: 6″; with scallops: 7″

Abbreviations

blo – back loop only
ch – chain
dc – double crochet
RS/WS – right side/wrong side
sc – single crochet
sl st – slip stitch
st(s) – stitch(es)
Stsc – Stacked Single Crochet

Gauge

16 sts and 14 rows = 4″ by 4″ unblocked, in pattern repeat.

How to Crochet A Gauge Swatch
Working a gauge swatch will let you know if you will have the correct sizing for this pattern. It will also help you practice the stitches used in this project and improve your stitch work for a flawless look.
Are you struggling to match the gauge? Check out the blog post on What is Crochet Gauge and How To Fix It

Special Stitches

Stacked Single Crochet (Stsc): Do NOT chain, insert hook into next stitch, yo, pull up a loop, yo and pull through both loops, insert hook in the vertical bar below, yo, pull up a loop, yo and pull through both loops on the hook.

Puff Stitch: Yarn over and insert your hook into the stitch/space; yarn over again and pull up a long loop; yarn over and insert your hook into the same stitch/space; yarn over again and pull up a long loop (5 loops on the hook); yarn over and pull through the first 4 loops; yarn over and pull through remaining loops.

Pattern Notes

• Cotton yarn is my go-to choice for dishtowel holders, and for good reason. Unlike acrylic or wool, cotton has very little stretch, which means your holder won’t slowly sag or lose its shape over time (no sad, droopy towels around here). It’s also super absorbent, durable, and handles frequent washing like a champ, perfect for hardworking kitchen projects. If you want a towel holder that stays snug, sturdy, and practical for everyday use, cotton is the way to go.
• For striping, work every two sc rows in one color, and every 2 puff st rows in a different color. Change colors by yarning over with the new color when making the last stitch of the row before your new color begins. Keep both colors attached and carry the unused yarn up the back of the dishtowel holder without fastening off.
• This Pattern Uses Standard US Terminology. I use affiliate links and follow GPSR Compliance: privacy & disclosure policy here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this pattern beginner-friendly?

💧 If you’re comfortable with my signature Wheat Stitch™, you’ll feel right at home. (Not familiar with this stitch? You can find the tutorial here: https://brianakdesigns.com/how-to-crochet-the-wheat-stitch/)

Is this good for craft fairs?

💧 Absolutely! It’s fast to make, practical, and visually appealing, perfect for market prep and gift sets.

How long does it take to make one?

💧 Most crocheters can complete a dishtowel holder in under an hour, making it a great quick-win project

Do I have to use wooden rings?

💧 Wooden rings are recommended for durability and style, but you can substitute similar-sized plastic or metal rings if desired.

Video Tutorial for the Wheat Stitch™ Crochet Dishtowel Holder

The Ad-Free PDF can be purchased on Etsy or Ravelry.

Wheat Stitch™ Dishtowel Holder Written Crochet Pattern Instructions

Border

Now we’re going to attach our wooden rings to the short ends of our crocheted piece. If you do not want to attach them as you go, you can work the Border without crocheting around the rings and then sew them on at the end.

To attach the rings as you work the first round of the Border, hold one wooden ring behind your work with the top edge of the ring showing. As you work your clean edge stitches across the short end of your piece, you will work into the crocheted piece and around the ring at the same time. You will repeat that process at the other end of your piece, and your rings will be attached with no sewing needed! See the video for more details.

Rnd 1 (RS):

With the RS facing and working along the outer edges of the dishtowel holder, sc along the edges as follows: sc in next stitch, *insert your hook into the left bar of the sc st, then insert into the next row edge space. YO and pull up a loop, then pull through the first loop on the hook. YO and pull through the remaining two loops on the hook. Repeat from * all the way around the edges of your work.

For a step-by-step look at how this simple, straight edge is worked, check out this post: https://brianakdesigns.com/how-to-crochet-a-straight-edge/

For a clean & modern look, stop here and skip the scallop. To add a scalloped edge, continue to Rnd 2.

Rnd 2:

Do not join and sl st in the first egde st, skip the next st, 3dc-shell into the next, *[skip 1, sl st in next, skip 1, 3dc-shell st in next] until next corner st, 5dc-shell st in the corner st (add 6 dc on corners if it’s curling too much for your taste); repeat from *around, until you are back to the first st of the rnd, 2 dc in the same as the first st, join and fasten off.

Finishing

Weave in all ends and pat yourself on the back for a job well done!

Now it’s time to celebrate – your new Dishtowel Holder is ready to use! This fun and functional project is perfect for a housewarming gift, building stock for craft fairs, or decorating your kitchen with stunning texture. This project is also a great way to use up some of those leftover balls of cotton we all have lying around.

Loving that wheaty texture? Check out these designs!

Wheat Stitch™ Snail
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Cheers, and happy crocheting!