Easy Crochet Hanging Kitchen Towel Pattern

This crochet hanging kitchen towel pattern keeps a handmade cotton towel close at hand. A rectangular body narrows into a buttoned tab, with every decrease and buttonhole position stated clearly.

Pattern Details

• Skill level: Easy
• Finished size: Approximately 9 by 18 inches including tab
• Terminology: US crochet terms

Why You’ll Love It

This useful home project has a clear repeat, practical cotton fabric, and a polished finish without complicated stitches.

Materials

• 190 yards sage worsted cotton
• 4.5 mm hook
• 1-inch washable wood button
• Yarn needle and scissors

Gauge and Size

15 sc and 16 rows = 4 inches. Measure the piece before finishing so it suits its intended use.

Abbreviations

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• sc2tog: single crochet two together
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)

Important Notes

• Turn after every row and do not count ch 1.
• Place one decrease at each edge of every shaping row.
• The buttonhole chains replace four skipped stitches.

Complete Crochet Instructions

1. Row 1: Ch 35. Sc in second chain and each chain across; turn. (34 sts)
2. Row 2: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
3. Row 3: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
4. Row 4: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
5. Row 5: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
6. Row 6: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
7. Row 7: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
8. Row 8: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
9. Row 9: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
10. Row 10: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
11. Row 11: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
12. Row 12: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
13. Row 13: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
14. Row 14: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
15. Row 15: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
16. Row 16: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
17. Row 17: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
18. Row 18: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
19. Row 19: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
20. Row 20: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
21. Row 21: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
22. Row 22: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
23. Row 23: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
24. Row 24: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
25. Row 25: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
26. Row 26: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
27. Row 27: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
28. Row 28: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; turn. (34 sts)
29. Row 29: Ch 1, sc2tog over first 2 stitches, sc across to final 2 stitches, sc2tog; turn. (32 sts)
30. Row 30: Ch 1, sc2tog over first 2 stitches, sc across to final 2 stitches, sc2tog; turn. (30 sts)
31. Row 31: Ch 1, sc2tog over first 2 stitches, sc across to final 2 stitches, sc2tog; turn. (28 sts)
32. Row 32: Ch 1, sc2tog over first 2 stitches, sc across to final 2 stitches, sc2tog; turn. (26 sts)
33. Row 33: Ch 1, sc2tog over first 2 stitches, sc across to final 2 stitches, sc2tog; turn. (24 sts)
34. Row 34: Ch 1, sc2tog over first 2 stitches, sc across to final 2 stitches, sc2tog; turn. (22 sts)
35. Row 35: Ch 1, sc2tog over first 2 stitches, sc across to final 2 stitches, sc2tog; turn. (20 sts)
36. Row 36: Ch 1, sc2tog over first 2 stitches, sc across to final 2 stitches, sc2tog; turn. (18 sts)
37. Row 37: Ch 1, sc2tog over first 2 stitches, sc across to final 2 stitches, sc2tog; turn. (16 sts)
38. Row 38: Ch 1, sc2tog over first 2 stitches, sc across to final 2 stitches, sc2tog; turn. (14 sts)
39. Row 39: Ch 1, sc2tog over first 2 stitches, sc across to final 2 stitches, sc2tog; turn. (12 sts)
40. Row 40: Ch 1, sc2tog over first 2 stitches, sc across to final 2 stitches, sc2tog; turn. (10 sts)
41. Row 41: Ch 1, sc2tog over first 2 stitches, sc across to final 2 stitches, sc2tog; turn. (8 sts)
42. Row 42: Ch 1, sc across; turn. (8 sts)
43. Row 43: Ch 1, sc in next 2, ch 4 and skip 4, sc in final 2; turn. (8 sts)
44. Row 44: Ch 1, sc in next 2, work 4 sc around ch-4 space, sc in final 2; fasten off. (8 sts)

Continue the Project

Keep the stated stitch count at every step and compare the shape with the project measurements before fastening off.

Stitch Detail

Even tension makes the dense single crochet texture durable and keeps the edges orderly.

Finishing

1. Sew the button securely at the base of the tab.
2. Weave all yarn and sewing tails.
3. Block flat before hanging.

Helpful Tips

• Use absorbent cotton.
• Check the button through the opening before sewing.
• Keep edge decreases snug.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change the button size?

Change the number of buttonhole chains and skipped stitches equally.

Where does it hang?

Wrap the tab around an appliance or cabinet handle and button it closed.