Last year Knit Picks started a 52 weeks of dishcloths project, releasing a knit or crocheted dishcloth pattern every week all year long.
It was apparently so popular that they’re doing it again this year, this time around featuring some of the company’s independent designers.
The first one for 2015 is Snowbobbles by Gillian Grimm, which uses garter stitch bobbles to make a cloth full of knubby texture, perfect for getting food off a plate or yucky stuff off your skin (please don’t use the same cloth for both!)
You can check out the full dishcloth pattern collection at the Knit Picks website, too.
Do you knit dishcloths? I’ve been thinking about doing some more because it’s been a while since I’ve stitched one up. They’re lots of fun a little package!
[Photo via Knit Picks.]
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
