The newest Knit Circus Collection, I have 3 to give away
Go here and have a sneak peek and then come back and let me know what you’re favorite project is!
Patterns, projects and techniques
, by Terrye. 26 Comments
The newest Knit Circus Collection, I have 3 to give away
Go here and have a sneak peek and then come back and let me know what you’re favorite project is!
There are so many washcloth knitting patterns (and dishcloth knitting patterns, though we’ll get to those separately) out there, and with good reason. These little projects are relatively fast and easy to knit, they’re a great way to learn new stitches, they’re useful and they make a fun handmade addition to a housewarming gift, teacher appreciation or really any time.
You can search this site and find lots of washcloth knitting patterns (including a handful I designed several years ago), but I thought it was time for a roundup. Can you delay spring cleaning because you need to knit a washcloth to clean with? Maybe.
The Spa Day Facecloth by Anne Mancine (free pattern on Ravelry) was meant by its name to be for your body, not your chores, but the textured stitch pattern would be great for washing dishes as well as your face. This one uses DK weight yarn, though you could make it in more standard worsted if you want (know that it will come out bigger than the pattern calls for).
If you’re a new knitter looking to move beyond knit and purl, the Exposed Brick Dishcloth from Perfectly Knotted is a great choice. It’s worked mostly in stockinette stitch with some texture added by strategically swapping purls and knits.
Oh La Lana has a huge collection of washcloth/blanket block knitting patterns, many of which just use knits and purls. I wanted to share this hourglass one because I think it’s really fun and their patterns are written out or they have a chart so you can work whichever way you want (or use the written instructions to help you learn to read the chart).
The fun thing about washcloths is that you can add just about any simple design you want to the center, still using knit and purl stitches. This heart (which could also be an afghan square) from Daisy and Storm is a great example of that.
If you’re looking for a bunch of basic washcloth knitting patterns, check out this collection from Knit On Designs. It includes five basic knit and purl washcloth designs so you can make a set as a gift or for yourself.
Knit a Washcloth Inspired by Waffles
Knit a Cute Washcloth for Spring
Book Review – Baby Washcloths and Afghan Squares
Meagan Paullin says
I love the socks in the book. Nothing ROCKS my SOCKS like knit socks 🙂
Korie says
Love the “One Scarf”. Great idea. The Serendipity Ear Band pattern is adorable too.
Nikki Baker says
I like the serendipity ear bands
sy says
i love the josephine glove, the one scarf, and the moroccan lace socks.
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Andrea says
I love the serendipty ear bands!
Genevieve says
I had two favs, the serendipity ear band and the carnaval scarf. Sooo cute!
Jennifer says
Mmmmmm, the Moroccan Lace Socks. I’ve never felt socks were worth taking the time to knit before, but these are just yummy! It might just be time to dive in! =0)
Ann says
I have fallen in love with the Moroccan Lace Socks! What a great collection of patterns.
Teresa says
I love the moroccan lace socks and the beaded wrist warmers.
Julie says
The Serendipity Ear Bands!
Megan says
I love the Moroccan Lace Socks…just in time for Sock-tober!
Marianne says
I like the Frilly Cuffs!
Susan Spiers says
Luv the Flower-O-Rama What great things I could acessorize with these!
Kimberly R. says
Love the Imperial Cabled Hat 🙂
Thanks for the giveaway!
Nikki Pacheco Theard says
I’m so thrilled that you’ve introduced us to the design talents at Knit Circus. I’m most fond of the elegant “Josephine” beaded, fingerless mittens. All the projects are begging to be swiftly knitted up, as fast as needles can fly. Thank you again for the lovely giveaway.
heather says
I love the one scarf and its the perfect colour for me as im a purpleaholic.
deidre corbet says
Love the Josephine Mitts and the Carnival scarf/shawl. Thank you for the opportunity.
MelodyJ says
I like Moroccan Lace Socks.
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Amanda says
Morrocan Lace Socks for sure! So pretty
Angela says
I love the organic bath set!
Becky says
It’s a tie between Josephine and Serendipity Ear Bands. Thanks for the chance to win!
DonnaC says
I love the Jospehine mitts!
Jeanne says
I love the serendipity earbands… My step mom BOUGHT this headband for a friend (made in China, $25). I actually laid the thing out on a photocopier to try to do it myself I liked it so much, but that’s as far as I got. I sure hope I win!!
Meg says
I love the Opposite Shore hat. I have some wonderful handspun that would look lovely in that pattern. And I desperately need a hat now that winter is coming!
Em says
Just stumbled across the mag…. fab! Hard to pick, but I am very taken with the carnival shawl… The colours are amazing, just the thing to cheer you up on a cold grey day.
JoAnne Rush Peabody says
I love the Josephine fingerless mitens. Pefect for my cold office in the winter. Also love the socks and adorable flower brouches. I, too, just stumbled across your net mag as I was looking for a project to brighten my soon to experience winter evenings.