Most Popular Dishcloth Knitting Pattern
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Are you ready to add a touch of charm and practicality to your kitchen? Look no further than my most popular dishcloth knitting pattern!
Knitting enthusiasts have fallen in love with this stylish and delightful project. With its simple yet elegant design, this dishcloth combines functionality with a touch of handmade beauty.
Get ready to create a stunning dishcloth that not only adds a splash of color to your kitchen but also brings a sense of accomplishment and joy with every stitch. Dive into your yarn stash and discover the magic of this beloved dishcloth pattern!

About the Pattern
Available Sizes: One
Pattern Format: Written Pattern, No Chart
Pattern Language: English
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
PDF Format: Printer-Friendly
Bonus: Checklist, Video
Techniques
Here are some of the knitting skills you need to know before getting started:
Knit Flat
Faux Cable Twist
Garter Stitch Border
WHAT’S TO LOVE!?
- A quick insta-project
- Stunning texture
- Knit on repeat, your friends are going to want one too!
- Video tutorial to help you along the way
Materials
Yarn Weight: Worsted Cotton
Yardage: 55 – 65 yards (50 – 60 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks Multi Dishie
Yarn Substitutions
Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton Yarn (40+ colors to choose from)
Lily Sugar N Cream (30+ colors to choose from)
Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK (60+ colors to choose from)
Needles & Notions
Needle Size: US 6 (4mm) Knitting Needles
Extras: Cable Needle
Gauge
23 STS & 26 rows per 4” (10cm) square, knit flat in the pattern below
Measurements
Measurements: 8″ x 7 1/2″ (20cm x 19cm)
Weight: 1.1oz (30g)
Notes
Not reversible.
The CO edge is the width.
Knit using the Faux Cable Twist Stitch.
Video
Knitting Abbreviations
*– * – repeat between * to end of row
BO – bind-off in pattern
CO – cast-on (long-tail cast-on method)
K – knit stitches (K1 means to knit 1 stitch)
K2TOG – knit 2 stitches together
P – purl stitches (P2 means to purl 2 stitches)
RS – right side
RT – Right Twist – K2TOG, without dropping STS from left needle, knit into the first stitch, slip both STS to the right needle together.
STS – stitches
WS – wrong side
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Knitting Pattern Instructions
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CO 41 STS
Row 1-4: *K*
Row 05 (WS): K3 *P2, K1* P2, K3
Row 06 (RS): K3 *RT, P1* RT, K3
Row 07 (WS): K3 *P2, K1* P2, K3
Row 08 (RS): K3 *K2, P1* K2, K3
Row 09 (WS): K3 *P2, K1* P2, K3
Row 10 (RS): K3 *RT, P1* RT, K3
Repeat rows 7-10, 10 more times, for a total of 11 cables
To End:
Row 47 (WS): K3 *P2, K1* P2, K3
Row 48 (RS): K3 *K2, P1* K2, K3
Row 49-51: *K*
Row 52 (RS): BO in all knit stitches
Weave in the ends.
Blocking is optional, but it helps square it up and even out the stitches
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