This free dishcloth knitting pattern has an alternating leaf design. It’s an excellent pattern for beginners and knits up quickly.
Knitted dishcloths are a great alternative to store-bought dishcloths. They are durable, not to mention unique.
One thing I love about knitting dishcloths is that there are so many color and stitch options. My kitchen drawer contains colorful dishcloths, each with a different stitch combination. You can knit these for yourself, and they make great gifts!
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Make sure to check the Colorado Dishcloth Knitting Pattern here!
Cotton yarn is the best for knitted dishcloths. My favorite yarn to use is Sugar and Cream. You can buy complimentary colors and create a set or have each dishcloth in your collection be a different color and/or pattern. It’s entirely up to you!
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Now for the free dishcloth knitting pattern!
Supplies needed:
Size 7 Knitting Needles
Cotton Yarn (I love using Sugar and Cream yarn for dishcloths)
Stitches used:
K- Knit
P- Purl
*-* Repeat
Free Dishcloth Knitting Pattern:
Cast on 32
Row 1: Knit all
Row 2: Purl app
Row 3: *K4, P4*
Row 4: *K3, P4, K1*
Row 5: *P2, K4, P2*
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Row 6: *K1, P4, K3*
Row 7: K3, P4, K1*
Row 8: *P2, K4, P2*
Row 9: *K1, P4, K3*
Row 10: *P4, K4*
Repeat rows 1-10 until your dishcloth reaches the desired size, ending on row 10.
All that’s left to do is weave in the ends.
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