handmadebyraine logo
  • Patterns
    • All patterns
    • Accessories
    • Bags
    • Barbie
    • Blankets
    • Christmas
    • Easter
    • Crochet motifs
    • Doilies
    • Gifts
    • Hats & beanies
    • Holiday crochet
    • Home decor
    • Table Runners
  • Collections
  • Stitches & techniques
    • Stitches & techniques
    • Crochet borders
    • Crochet tips
  • Shop
    • Pattern store
    • Crochet Books
    • My books
    • Merch
    • Crochet supplies
  • About me
    • About me
    • Press
  • Customer makes
  • Volunteer

Categories

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube
HandmadebyRaine

Crochet patterns and tutorials

Nautical Towel
All patterns

Nautical Towel

June 24, 2021

This striped Nautical Towel makes a nice handmade addition and adds a pop of color to your kitchen.

crochet nautical towel
crochet nautical towel
crochet nautical towel

To crochet the Nautical Towel you will learn or practice three different techniques. First, the towel is made with corner-to-corner (aka C2C) technique which means working the piece in diagonal rows, increasing on first half and decreasing on second half. Second, the look and texture of the towel is created by moss stitch which is a simple pattern of single crochets and chains. And third, changing the two colors of yarn after each two rows gives the towel its nice contrast stripes.

…

VIDEO TUTORIAL OF NAUTICAL TOWEL
WRITTEN PATTERN OF NAUTICAL TOWEL

If you prefer ad-free printable PDF pattern, you can get it on:

Ravelry
Etsy
LoveCrafts

I use Lion Brand Re-Up yarn and crochet hook size 5 mm. The colors in tutorial are Sky (color A) and Snow (color B). Re-Up ball size is 114yds/105m, 2.5oz/70g and weight category is medium 4. My towel measures about 11 inches on each side. You will also need 1-inch button, tapestry needle and scissors.

In case you want to use a different yarn, check out this great source for yarn substitution.

Abbreviations:
ch = chain
sl st = slip stitch
sc = single crochet
sc2tog = single crochet 2 together
  • With color A ch 3, sl st in 1st ch to make a ring.
  • Row 1 – ch 3, turn, sc + ch + sc into the ring.
  • Row 2 – ch 3, turn, sc in the first ch1-space (between first 2 sc), ch 1, sc+ch+sc in ch3-space, *change colors here* finish the last sc with color B = pull up a loop with color A, make a slip knot with color B and pull through 2 loops on hook with color B slip knot.
  • Row 3 – ch 3, turn, sc in the first ch1-space, ch 1, sc in the next ch1-space, ch 1, sc+ch+sc in ch3-space.
  • Row 4 – ch 3, turn, sc in the first ch1-space, (ch 1, sc in the next ch1-space) twice, ch 1, sc+ch+sc in ch3-space, *change colors here* finish the last sc with color A.
  • Rows 5-30 – repeat the increasing pattern while changing color after each 2 rows (at end of each even-numbered row).
  • Row 31 – ch 3, turn, repeat pattern until last ch3-space, ch 1, sc 1 in last ch3-space (not sc+ch+sc).
  • Row 32 – ch 3, turn, repeat pattern and end the row with sc+ch+sc in last ch3-space, *change colors here*.
  • Row 33 – ch 3, turn, repeat pattern, ch 1, in last ch3-space sc 1 (not sc+ch+sc).
  • Row 34 – ch 3, turn, repeat pattern until last two ch-spaces, ch 1, sc in ch1-space, sc in ch3-space, *change colors here*.
  • Row 35 – ch 2, turn, skip first 2 sc, sc in next ch1-space, repeat pattern until last ch3-space, ch 1, sc in ch3-space.
  • Row 36 – ch 3, turn, repeat pattern until last two ch-spaces, ch 1, sc in ch1-space, sc in ch2-space, *change colors here*.
  • Row 37 – ch 2, turn, skip first 2 sc, sc in next ch1-space, repeat pattern until last two ch-spaces, ch 1, sc in ch1-space, sc in ch2-space.
  • Rows 38-64 – repeat row 37 while changing color after each 2 rows. Don’t cut off color B.
  • Row 65 – with color A ch 2, turn, skip first 2 sc, sc in ch1-space, sc in ch2-space.
  • Row 66 – ch 1, turn, sc in ch2-space, fasten off, cut off color A.
  • Edge – with color B sc in end space of each row along the first side, sc 3 in first corner, sc in end space of each row along the second side, sc 3 in second corner, sc in end space of each row along the third side.
  • Handle – sc in end space of each row along the flat corner (rows 31-36) = first row of handle.
  • Rows 2-24 – ch 1, turn, sc 1 in each next 7 st.
  • Row 25 – ch 1, turn, sc 1 in first 2 sc, ch 2, skip 3 sc, sc 1 in last 2 sc.
  • Row 26 – ch 1, turn, sc2tog in first 2 sc, sc 2 in ch2-space, sc2tog in last 2 sc.
  • Row 27 – ch 1, turn, sc 1 in each 4 sc, fasten off, cut off color B.
  • Handle edge – join color B with sl st in side space of handle 1st row (after last edge sc), sc in end space of each row along the first side of handle, sc 2 in corner, sc 1 in each 4 sc of the top, sc 2 in corner, sc in end space of each row along the second side of handle.
  • Finishing edge – sc in end space of each row along the fourth side of towel, sc 3 in fourth corner, sl st in beginning sc, fasten off, cut off color B.
  • Sew on the button.

If you enjoyed making this towel, please check out my tutorials of other towels:

  • Waffle Stitch Towel
  • Apartment Towel
  • Houndstooth Dish Towel
  • how to crochet kitchen towel
    Waffle Stitch Towel
  • crochet towel
    Apartment Towel
  • crochet houndstooth dish towel
    Houndstooth Dish Towel
Happy crocheting!

COPYRIGHT:
You may not sell my pattern or claim it as your own.
You may make items to sell (i.e. on Etsy, at craft fairs) from my pattern but I ask that you link back to my blog handmadebyraine.com and provide credit for the pattern.
You are welcome to share my pattern on social media as long as you link back directly to my blog post (providing the link). No copy & paste of my pattern will be allowed under any circumstances.

Some links are affiliate, meaning I’ll make a small commission if you make a purchase, but this is at no cost to you.

Want more crochet patterns from

HandmadebyRaine?

Join now, and receive your first FREE pattern.

crochet tulip stitch dishcloth
Tulip Dishcloth

In order to receive your FREE monthly pattern, check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription.

Related

Share this:

  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook
  • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest
  • Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email
  • Click to print (Opens in new window) Print

Post navigation

Romantic Doily
Butterfly Mug Rug

Hi, I'm Raine!

I created HandmadebyRaine to share my love of crocheting with fellow crafters, and inspire beginners to learn new skills.

LET’S BE FRIENDS!

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube

Besides crochet I also love to build websites. Check out my webdev portfolio:

My Amazon Crochet Bookstore

My Amazon pattern book

7 filet crochet patterns

My Blue Lagoon Almond Stitch Bag in I Like Crochet Magazine!

Where I get my crochet supplies

Barbie Fashion

If you're interested in donating your crochet, click on the BEARS to learn about different projects and organizations I have worked with.

Recent Posts

  • Polka Dot Bag May 25, 2025
  • 3D Blanket May 11, 2025
  • Love Pennant April 23, 2025
  • Blue Lagoon Bag April 16, 2025
  • Beads and Popcorn Cozy April 9, 2025

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube

Leave a ReplyCancel reply

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

3 Comments

  • Pingback: Practical And Beautiful Crochet Towels For Kitchen –
  • Pingback: How to crochet Apartment Towel - HandmadebyRaine
  • Pingback: How to crochet Waffle Stitch Towel - HandmadebyRaine

Privacy Policy

Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate, meaning I’ll make a small commission if you make a purchase, but this is at no cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you for your support!

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube
© Copyright HandmadebyRaine by LyraThemes.com. All rights reserved.
Cressida Pro by LyraThemes.com
 

Loading Comments...
Â