Join us for the #tgtdishclothmal in 2022! This dishcloth challenge is meant to encourage you to knit or crochet one dishcloth a week. It is a fun way to grow a collection of the best handmade dishcloths, and use them for yourself or gifts throughout the year. Enjoy this pattern!
Materials
25 grams or 50 yards of any worsted weight cotton yarn. Samples use WeCrochet Dishie.
4.5 mm knitting needles
Scissors and a yarn needle
Gauge
It is not necessary to achieve a certain gauge for this dishcloth, but if you would like the same dimension as the sample I suggest checking.
8 stitches and 15 rows = 2 inches in garter stitch worked flat
Abbreviations
CO: cast on
k: knit
kfb: knit front back
k2tog: knit two stitches together
st(s): stitch(es)
Helpful Tutorials
Step by Step Tutorial:
Pattern Notes
Find the yarn featured in this pattern here.
This dishcloth is worked in rows. Be sure to turn your work after completing each row.
When finished and worked to pattern, this dishcloth measures 8 inches square. To make the dishcloth smaller/larger, simply work less/more increase rows. Note that any changes will affect your required yardage.
Dishcloth
CO 3 sts
Rows 1-39
k1, kfb, k till end (42 sts)
Rows 40-79
k1, k2tog, k till end (3 sts)
Bind off all sts
Finishing
Cut yarn, and weave in any ends.
Dishcloths aren’t typically in need of blocking, but feel free to do so. If you chose a 100% cotton yarn, I recommend simply washing these dishcloths in the washer and dryer just like clothes. They will last for years to come!
Join us in the Make-A-Long (MAL) and share your dishcloth on Instagram with the #tgtdishclothmal and tag @thegracefultangle! Join the facebook group and post here!
I hope you enjoyed following this pattern! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to send an email to thegracefultangle@gmail.com. Don't forget to follow along on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook and to stay in the loop!
Until next time,
Amy Kate
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