Cotton Yarn Projects

Welcome to my fun roundup of knitted cotton yarn projects!

Prepare to unwind and embrace a soothing journey of creativity with these charming knitted cotton yarn projects. Whether you’re a seasoned or a beginner knitter eager to explore the craft, working with cotton yarn offers a serene and fulfilling experience.

From practical kitchen essentials to whimsical accessories, these projects not only provide a delightful escape but also make for heartfelt gifts that will bring joy to your loved ones. So, take a moment to gather your treasured skeins of cotton yarn, embark on this serene path of inspiration, and let the tranquil rhythm of knitting guide you towards pure relaxation and rejuvenation.

4 pics of hand knitted cotton yarn projectsPin


Knit this super quick and easy garter stitch cozy for your plant pot. I love knitting these cozies, they’re so much easier than baskets, because they don’t have a bottom on them! This also makes it a great stash buster knitting pattern. :) Happy knitting!

Garter Stitch Plant Cozy Knitting Pattern
a potted plant with a knitted cozy cover
Skill Level: Beginner
Knit flat, using only knit stitches (garter stitch) & a clean edge
Yarn Weight: Worsted
Yardage: 120 – 130 yards (110 – 119 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks, Simply Cotton Organic Worsted Yarn

This is a reversible dishcloth, so it looks the same on both sides. It’s knit diagonally using the garter stitch. Starting at a point you’ll increase stitches to the desired width and then decrease stitches to reach the other point.

Easy Diagonal Dishcloth Knitting Pattern
pic of a diagonal knit dishcloth on a table
Yarn Weight: Worsted
Yardage: 50 – 60 yards (45 – 54 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Worsted Organic Cotton Yarn


Knit this super quick and easy stockinette stitch cozy for your plant pot. I love knitting these cozies, they’re so much easier than baskets, because they don’t have a bottom on them! This also makes it a great stash buster knitting pattern.

Stockinette Stitch Plant Cozy Knitting Pattern
a potted plant with a knitted cozy cover
Knit in the round using knit & purl stitches only
Yarn Weight: Worsted
Yardage: 60 – 70 yards (55 – 64 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Simply Cotton Organic Worsted Yarn by Knit Picks


Knit the perfect summer bralette with luxurious Pima cotton yarn! A silky soft & comfortable crop tank top without straps.

Knitted Bralette Crop Top Pattern
a knitted bralette laying flat on a blanket
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Yarn Weight: DK Weight Yarn
Yardage: 91 – 429 yards (84 – 393 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Cascade Yarns Ultra Pima Cotton, Buff


This dishcloth is knit flat using mostly knit & purl stitches with a slipped stitch & elongated stitch to create the simple, but beautiful row of knit stitches on a reverse stockinette stitch background.

Free Knitted Dishcloth Pattern
pic of a knit dishcloth on a table with a bar of soap on a wooden tray
Yarn Weight: Worsted Cotton
Yardage: 30 – 40 yards (27 – 37 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks, Color Mist, Vermillion


These dish scrubbers are knit flat, back & forth, using only knit stitches, which creates the garter stitch. The jute yarn paired with the garter stitch makes for a durable scrubbie that can handle tough jobs!

How to Make a Dish Scrubber
3 jute knitted dish scrubbers
Yarn Weight: Worsted Weight / Medium Weight Yarn
Yardage: 20 – 25 yds (18 – 23 meters)
Suggested Scrubby Yarn: Jute Twine


Learn a beginner lace stitch while knitting this handy water bottle sling!

Water Bottle Sling Knitting Pattern
Knitted yellow water bottle sling in a hydro flask.
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Knit in the round using the magic loop method & knit flat for the strap
Yarn Weight: Worsted
Yardage: 40 – 70 yards (37 – 64 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks, Dishie


This beginner dishcloth pattern is knit flat, back & forth, using only knit stitches, which is called the garter stitch. I thought it would be fun to choose a solid color and a multi-colored yarn and then alternate them. I just love how it turned out!

Oversized Garter Stitch Dishcloth Knitting Pattern
garter stitch dish towel on a wooden table with a bar of soap
Yarn Weight: Worsted Cotton
Yardage: 110 – 120 yards (101 – 110 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks Multi Dishie, Aquamarine & Swan


Are you looking to spruce up your own kitchen or seeking a thoughtful handmade gift? This modern checkered lace placemat makes the perfectly practical, heartfelt gift for someone special.

Checkered Lace Placemat Knitting Pattern
Checkered Lace Knitting Pattern
Skill Level: Beginner & Advanced Beginner
Knit Flat using knit & purl stitches with lace stitches and a clean edge.
Yarn Weight: DK
Yardage: 85 – 95 yards (78 – 87 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Rowan Creative Linen


This dishcloth is knit flat, back & forth using mostly knit & purl stitches with a row of increases & decreases to create the eyelets, plus it has a garter stitch border.

Eyelet Knitted Dishcloth & Facial Scrubbie
pic of a knitted eyelet dishcloth on a table with a bar of soap on a wooden tray
Yarn Weight: Worsted Cotton
Yardage: 55 – 65 yards (50 – 59 meters)
Suggested Yarn: BirdiesKnits on Etsy, Color: Tutti Frutti


Knit this cute cable stitch plant cozy that looks like tightly woven lattice!

Cable Knit Lattice Plant Cozy Pattern
a potted plant with a cable knitted cozy cover
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Knit in the round using knit & purl stitches & cable stitches
Yarn Weight: Worsted
Yardage: 90 – 135 yards (83 – 123 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks Simply Cotton Organic Worsted Yarn


This faux cable dishcloth is knit flat, back & forth, with a twisted cable stitch that takes a few rows to create, plus a garter stitch edge to help make the cables pop. You won’t get bored knitting this dishcloth!

Twisted Cable Washcloth Pattern Free
pic of a cable knitted dishcloth on a table with a bar of soap
Yarn Weight: Bulky Cotton
Yardage: 55 – 65 yards (50 – 60 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks, Billow, Color: Sage


Learn how to knit the herringbone stitch in the round with the video tutorial while knitting a cozy for your plant.

Herringbone Plant Pot Cozy Knitting Pattern
a potted plant with a herringbone stitch knitted cozy cover
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Knit in the round using knit & purl stitches + the herringbone stitch
Yarn Weight: Worsted
Yardage: 60 – 70 yards (55 – 64 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks Simply Cotton Organic Worsted Yarn


This gorgeous chevron dishcloth pattern is knit flat, back & forth, this is knit using a beautiful combination of knit & purl stitches only. There’s an advanced version to create a pretty edge too!

Simple Chevron Dishcloth Knitting Pattern, Free
Yarn Weight: DK / Light Worsted
Yardage: 60 – 65 yards (55 – 60 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks Cotlin
Needle Size: US 5 (3.75mm) Knitting Needles


Do you have some leftover Jersey Be Good yarn? These plant cozies knit up quick
with this jumbo cotton yarn!

3 Jersey Be Good Plant Cozy Knitting Patterns
a potted plant with a jumbo cotton knitted cozy cover
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Knit flat using knit & purl stitches with a clean edge technique.
Yarn Weight: Super Bulky
Yardage: 25 – 35 yards (23 – 32 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Wool and the Gang Jersey Be Good T-Shirt Cotton Yarn


This dishcloth uses the infamous fan & feather knit stitch. It’s knit flat, back & forth, using increase & decrease stitches to create a beautiful wavy lace pattern. This dishcloth naturally lays flat, without any curl.

Fan & Feather Lace Dishcloth Knitting Pattern
pic of a knitted lace dishcloth on a table with rocks & sand
Yarn Weight: Worsted Cotton
Yardage: 60 – 70 yards (55 – 64 meters)
Suggested Yarn: BirdiesKnits on Etsy, Color: Tidepool


This was a fun quick knit and rewarding, which makes it perfect in my book.

These would make great teacher gifts or if you have a lot of time, and cotton, on your hands you could make one for each kid in the class for field trips.

Water Bottle Sling Knitting Pattern
Knit Water Bottle Sling with Hydro Flask
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Knit in the round using the magic loop method.
Using knit & purl stitches & lace stitches + knit flat for the strap.
Yarn Weight: Worsted
Yardage: 50 – 75 yards (46 – 68 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks, Dishie


This faux cable dishcloth is knit flat, back & forth, using mostly knit and purl stitches with a faux cable twist every 4 rows. Plus, it has a garter stitch border to help make the cables POP.

Most Popular Dishcloth Knitting Pattern
pic of a cable knitted dishcloth on a table with a jar of handmade dandelion lotion with a dandelion head in it.
Yarn Weight: Worsted Cotton
Yardage: 55 – 65 yards (50 – 60 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks Multi Dishie


This is my family’s favorite plant cozy for my succulents. The Jute Knit Stitch is a 2 round repeat, so it’s easy to memorize! :) Watch the video to tutorial to get started.

Jute Knit Stitch Plant Cozy Knitting Pattern
Skill Level: Beginner
Knit in the round using knit & purl stitches and a slip stitch
Yarn Weight: Worsted
Yardage: 75 – 85 yards (69 – 78 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks Simply Cotton Organic Worsted Yarn


The perfect cotton shrug knitting pattern to protect you from the sun all summer long. Basically, it’s knit, top down, using only stockinette stitches for the beginner version

Cotton Shrug Knitting Pattern
model wearing a handknit cotton shrug
Skill Level: Beginner & Advanced Beginner
Yarn Weight: Worsted
Yardage: Depends on the size
Suggested Yarn: Simply Cotton Organic Worsted, Knit Picks


This stitch takes easy to a whole new level. It’s 2 stitches on repeat, the front and the back are the same, the edges don’t curl and there aren’t any purl stitches. 

Little Potholder Knitting Pattern : Handy
3 hand knitted potholders laying on a faux fur blanket
Skill Level: Beginner
Yarn Weight: Worsted
Yardage: 12 – 17 yards (11 – 15 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks, Simply Cotton Organic


This rug knits up quick using the seed stitch and Wool and the Gangs super super bulky jersey cotton yarn!

Cotton T-Shirt Yarn Rug Knitting Pattern
seed stitch knit rug with a model standing on it
Skill Level: Beginner.
Yarn Weight: Super Bulky
Yardage: 95 – 105 yards (87 – 96 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Wool and the Gang Jersey Be Good T-Shirt Yarn


This is a summer cable knit blanket using a lightweight chunky yarn, so you get all the weight of a winter blanket without all the warmth.

Cotton Cable Knit Blanket Pattern
Partially knit cable blanket on a faux fur blanket.
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Knit flat using knit & purl stitches, cable knit stitches and a clean edge.
Yarn Weight: Super Bulky
Yardage: 525 – 1575 yards (574 – 1440 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Hoooked RibbonXL in Sandy Ecru


I hope this roundup of the cotton yarn projects knitting patterns has inspired some summer knitting fun.

Happy Knitting!

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