Washcloths are great projects for beginners — and knitters of all skill levels, really — because they give you a chance to try a stitch pattern or a new-to-you technique on a small scale.
They’re also small, portable and the yarn is cheap. Wins all around.
Knits’ End has a simple pattern for a knit dishcloth/washcloth using Seed Stitch, which is a really easy stitch pattern that will give you practice alternating knits and purls in the same row.
If you like it, you can move on to my two-color Moss Stitch washcloth, which is almost the same technique but worked in two colors and a four-row repeat.
Do you like to knit dishcloths and washcloths? I’d love to hear about some of your favorite patterns.
[Photo via Knits’ End.]
Why use dishcloths? Dishcloths are re-useable and save on kitchen waste. Most dishcloths are made using cotton yarn and can be thrown into the washing machine when dirty. This makes them very hygienic, especially when compared to kitchen sponges, which sit on the sinks for days if not weeks. Another great thing about dishcloths is when it comes to knitting the knit up quickly and are great for gift giving. Everyone needs a dishcloth. For gifting, It’s not something that has to be in fashion or a certain colour for the recipient to like it, though there are so many great dishcloth pattern designs out there.
Looking to knit more dishcloth patterns ? Check out these dishcloth patterns on Etsy
I love making dishcloths and would love new stitches .