Rays Of Sunshine Hand Towel – Free Crochet Pattern

Add a splash of color to your kitchen or bathroom with the Rays of Sunshine Hand Towel.

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Springtime Crochet Blog Hop

Featured on the Springtime Crochet Blog Hop 2022 hosted by Crochets By Trista.

Rays of Sunshine Collection

The Rays of Sunshine Hand Towel is the last pattern in the Rays Of Sunshine Collection. Other designs in the collection include a coaster, dishcloth, and table runner.

You can purchase the Rays Of Sunshine Collection on Ravelry.

Supplies Needed

The Yarn

Just like the other patterns in the Rays Of Sunshine Collection, I used Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran for the Rays Of Sunshine Hand Towel. I love this yarn because of how sturdy it is and the variety of colors available. The price isn’t that bad either.

Gauge & Sizes:

Gauge: 14 Sts x 12 rows = 4” Hdc
Size: approximately 13” x 28”

Stitches & Abbreviations:

Ch – Chain
Dc – Double Crochet
Dc2Tog* – Double Crochet 2 Together
Hdc – Half Double Crochet
Sdc – Starting Double Crochet
Sk – Skip
Sp – Space
St(s) – Stitches

Stitch Definitions

Dc2Tog* Double Crochet 2 Together – YO, insert hook into same St as previous St, YO and pull up a loop, YO, pull through 2, Sk next St, YO, insert hook into next St, YO and pull up a loop (4 loops on hook), YO, pull through 2 (3 loops on hook), YO, pull through 3.

Sdc – Starting Double Crochet – (also known as Long Chain Double Crochet or Chainless Starting Double Crochet.)  Pull up your loop to the height of your usual Double Crochet. YO, insert into the 1st St, YO, pull through the St, YO, pull through 2 loops, YO, pull through the remaining 2 loops.

Pattern Notes

Written in U.S. crochet terms.
A stitch count is provided at the end of each row.
The Sdc can be substituted with a Ch 3.
Pay attention to how the Dc2Tog is worked.
Other patterns in the Rays Of Sunshine Collection include a matching table runner, dishcloth, and coaster.

Availability

The ad-free pdf download can be purchased on Ravelry and Etsy.

The Pattern

Ch 49

Row 1.) Hdc in 2nd Ch from hook and each Ch across. (48)

Row 2.) Turn, Sdc in 1st St, [Dc2Tog*, Ch 1] 14 times, Dc in last St. (48)

Rows 3- 81) Turn, Ch 1, Hdc in 1st St and each St across. (48)

Row 82) Turn, Sdc in 1st St, [Dc2Tog*, Ch 1] 14 times, Dc in last St. (48)

Row 83) Turn, Ch 1, Hdc in 1st St and each St across. (48)

Finish off and weave in ends.


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Rays Of Sunshine Coaster – Free Crochet Pattern

Bring some sunshine (or color) to your space at home with the Rays of Sunshine Coaster. The Rays Of Sunshine Coaster will also keep your table or counter safe from condensation or heat.

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The Rays Of Sunshine Collection

The Rays of Sunshine Collection is a collection of patterns to bring a splash of color (or sunshine) to your kitchen (or other rooms in your home).

Other patterns in the collection are the:
Rays Of Sunshine Table Runner
Rays Of Sunshine Dishcloth
Rays Of Sunshine Hand Towel.

Spring Into Spring Blog Hop

Featured in the Spring Into Spring Blog Hop hosted by Jo’s Crafty Hook. Get all the details HERE.

Springtime Crochet Blog Hop

Featured in the Springtime Crochet Blog Hop in March 2022.

Many of the featured items are able to be viewed for free on the participating designers’ blogs if you have miss out on any of the patterns.

The Yarn

Like in all the patterns in the Rays Of Sunshine Collection, I used Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran. I really enjoyed working with this yarn and you can get it for an awesome price.

Supplies Needed

Gauge & Finished Size

Gauge: 14 Sts x 12 rows =4” of Hdc

Size: approx. 4” x 4”

Stitches Used

  • Ch – Chain
  • Dc – Double Crochet
  • Dc2Tog* – Double Crochet 2 Together
  • Hdc – Half Double Crochet
  • Sdc – Starting Double Crochet
  • Sk – Skip
  • Sp – Space
  • St(s) – Stitch(es)

Stitch Definitions:

Dc2Tog* – Double Crochet 2 Together – YO, insert hook into same St as previous St, YO and pull up a loop, YO, pull through 2, Sk next St, YO, insert hook into next St, YO and pull up a loop (4 loops on hook), YO, pull through 2 (3 loops on hook), YO, pull through 3.

Sdc – Starting Double Crochet – (also known as Long Chain Double Crochet or Chainless Starting Double Crochet.) Pull up your loop to the height of your usual Double Crochet. YO, insert into the 1st St, YO, pull through the St, YO, pull through 2 loops, YO, pull through the remaining 2 loops.

Pattern Notes

Written in U.S. crochet terms.

A stitch count is provided at the end of each row.

The Sdc can be substituted with a Ch 3.

Pay attention to how the Dc2Tog is worked.

Availability

This pattern can be viewed for free below. An ad-free PDF download can be purchased on Ravelry and Etsy.

The Pattern

Ch 17

Row 1.) Hdc in 2nd Ch from hook and each Ch across. (16)

Row 2.) Turn, Sdc in 1st St, [Dc2Tog*, Ch 1] 7 times, Dc in last St. (16)

Rows 3- 9) Turn, Ch 1, Hdc in 1st St and each St across. (16)

Row 10) Turn, Sdc in 1st St, [Dc2Tog*, Ch 1] 7 times, Dc in last St. (16)

Row 11) Turn, Ch 1, Hdc in 1st St and each St across. (16)

Finish off and weave in ends.

I’d love to see your finished coaster! Add it to the Ravelry Projects page when you’re done.


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Rays Of Sunshine Dishcloth – Free Crochet Pattern

Bring some color (or sunshine) to the mundane task of doing dishes or cleaning your home with the Rays Of Sunshine Dishcloth.

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Springtime Crochet Blog Hop

Featured in the Springtime Crochet Blog Hop 2022. Get all the details on how you could have gotten the pdf download for free HERE.

The Rays Of Sunshine Collection

Add some sunshine to your kitchen with the Rays Of Sunshine Collection. A collection of patterns perfect to use after you’ve done your big “spring cleaning” in your kitchen. Move over drab winter, bright and colorful spring and summer are coming your way.

The Rays Of Sunshine Collection currently includes a table runner, hand towel, coaster, and the dishcloth featured in this post.

The Yarn

Like all the other patterns in the Rays Of Sunshine Collection, I used Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran. I used less than one skein to make the dishcloth.

Supplies Needed

  • 75 yards Paintbox Cotton Aran
  • H/5.00mm crochet hook
  • Measuring tape
  • Scissors
  • Yarn needle

Stitches Used

Ch – Chain
Dc – Double Crochet
Dc2Tog* – Double Crochet 2 Together
Hdc – Half Double Crochet
Sdc – Starting Double Crochet
Sk – Skip
Sp – Space
St(s) – Stitch(es)

Stitch Definitions

Dc2Tog* Double Crochet 2 Together – YO, insert hook into same St as previous St, YO and pull up a loop, YO, pull through 2, Sk next St, YO, insert hook into next St, YO and pull up a loop (4 loops on hook), YO, pull through 2 (3 loops on hook), YO, pull through 3.

Sdc – Starting Double Crochet – (also known as Long Chain Double Crochet or Chainless Starting Double Crochet.)  Pull up your loop to the height of your usual Double Crochet. YO, insert into the 1st St, YO, pull through the St, YO, pull through 2 loops, YO, pull through the remaining 2 loops.

Pattern Notes

Written in U.S. crochet terms.

A stitch count is provided at the end of each row.

The Sdc can be substituted with a Ch 3.

Stitch definitions can be found above.

Pay attention to how the Dc2Tog is worked.

Gauge & Finished Size

Gauge: 14 Sts x 12 rows = 4” of Hdc

Size: approx. 8.5” x 8.5”

Availability

You can purchase an ad-free download on Ravelry and Etsy.

The Pattern

Ch 31
Row 1.) Hdc in 2nd Ch from hook and each Ch across. (30)

Row 2.) Turn, Sdc in 1st St, [Dc2Tog, Ch 1] 14 times, Dc in last St. (30)

Rows 3 – 21) Turn, Ch 1, Hdc in 1st St and each St across. (30)

Row 22) Turn, Sdc in 1st St, [Dc2Tog, Ch 1] 14 times, Dc in last St. (30)

Row 23) Turn, Ch 1, Hdc in 1st St and each St across. (30)

Finish off and weave in ends.


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Rays Of Sunshine Table Runner

We all need a little extra sunshine (or color) in our lives. Why not add it to your dining room/kitchen table with with Rays Of Sunshine Table Runner.

The Rays Of Sunshine Table Runner could even be the perfect addition to your coffee table too! Maybe one for each room in your home.

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Spring Exclusives

Featured in the Spring Exclusives Event – Curate by Cosy Rosie UK on March 4th 2022.

I’ve had a the opportunity to see the featured designs and let me tell you how amazing they are! Some of the designers have even decided to have more than one pattern featured!!!!! A list of the featured designers can be found below.

Spring Exclusives Pattern Bundle

If you’ve missed out on any of the featured designs, or don’t want to wait to see the stunning things that Jaded Crafts and Creations has, you can purchase the pattern bundle. The Spring Exclusives Pattern Bundle has all 25 designs perfect for yourself, your home, and loved ones for only $34.95.

Rays Of Sunshine Collection

Did you know that the Rays Of Sunshine Table Runner is the first pattern featured in the Rays Of Sunshine Collection? Some of the other patterns included in the collection include a dishcloth, hand towel, and coaster.

The Yarn

I used Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran for the Rays Of Sunshine Table Runner (and collection). I really enjoy working with this yarn. It is soft but still sturdy enough for everyday tasks.

LoveCrafts

For the Rays Of Sunshine Table Runner and Coaster I used the colorway Daffodil Yellow and the colorway Mustard Yellow for the Rays Of Sunshine Dishcloth and Hand Towel.

Supplies

The supplies you’ll need to make the Rays Of Sunshine Table Runner for yourself include:

Gauge and Finished Size

Gauge: 14 Sts x 12 rows = 4” Hdc

Finished Size: 12” X 36” (blocked)

Stitches Used

Ch – Chain
DC – Double Crochet
Dc2Tog* – Double Crochet 2 Together
Hdc – Half Double Crochet
Sdc – Starting Double Crochet
Sk – Skip
Sl St – Slip Stitch
Sp – Space
St(s) – Stitches

Stitch Definitions

Dc2Tog* – Double Crochet 2 Together – YO, insert hook into same St as previous St, YO and pull up a loop, YO, pull through 2, Sk next St, YO, insert hook into next St, YO and pull up a loop (4 loops on hook), YO, pull through 2 (3 loops on hook), YO, pull through 3.

Sdc – Starting Double Crochet – (also known as Long Chain Double Crochet or Chainless Starting Double Crochet.) Pull up your loop to the height of your usual Double Crochet. YO, insert into the 1st St, YO, pull through the St, YO, pull through 2 loops, YO, pull through the remaining 2 loops.

Pattern Notes

Written in U.S. crochet terms.

Worked in the round.

A stitch count is provided at the end of each row.

The Sdc can be substituted with a Ch 3.

Pay attention to how the Dc2Tog is worked.

Blocking isn’t necessary but advised.

Availability

You can purchase the Rays Of Sunshine Table Runner on Ravelry and Etsy.

If you’ve missed out on any of the featured patterns or don’t want to wait, you can purchase all 25 patterns for $34.95 using the image below.


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