More dishcloths? Why, yes.
Most dishcloths made in this manner have these little holes around the edges. I think is is supposed to look like there is a fancy edging. I really did not like the look or making them that way (my little holes were all uneven and funny looking). So I changed things up a bit and I am sharing the pattern with you. My first ever pattern.
Use worsted weight 100% cotton yarn. I use Sugar and Cream for most of my dishcloths.
Use a knitting needle anywhere between a US 3-9. Smaller needle equals smaller, tighter stitches and a smaller over all cloth. Larger needles equal larger, looser stitches and a larger cloth. I don't have a standard gauge because any size will do. I usually use a US 6, 7 or 8 depending on what is not being used in other projects.
Michelle's Diagonal Dishcloth
Cast On 3 stitches
Increases
Row 1: k1, yo, k to end
Row 2: k1, yo, knit til 2 stitches left, knit into the back of the yarn over stitch, k1
Repeat row 2 until there are 43 or 44 stitches on the needle, it doesn't real matter.
Short Rows- these make the corners extra pointy. I got the idea from this pattern.
Next Row: K2, turn, k2, turn, knit to end
Following Row: k2, turn, k2. turn, knit to end.
Basically, you are just knitting 2, then turning as if you were to the end, then knitting 2 back to the end/beginning and then knitting across the whole row of 43 or 44 stitches. Then you repeat it on the other side and start the decreases.
Decreases
Next Row: Knit across til 3 stitches remain, k2tog in the back loop, k1
Repeat this row until 3 stitches remain
Bind off. Sew in ends. Block if needed.
Use well. The knit texture is perfect for cleaning all dishes.
Give it a try and let me know how it goes. This is my first time attempting to write a pattern so let me know if there are issues. It is wonderful pattern for watching TV and knitting. I can even make these riding in a car at night. So simple and practical. They make great gifts.
The pictured dishcloths are for the 2 people who commented on my last dishcloth post. I hope they use them well.
Do you love handmade dishcloths for doing the dishes?
This is my standard dishcloth pattern. It looks a lot like other dishcloth patterns, but mine is a bit different. I combined what I liked from a few patterns into one of my own.
Use worsted weight 100% cotton yarn. I use Sugar and Cream for most of my dishcloths.
Use a knitting needle anywhere between a US 3-9. Smaller needle equals smaller, tighter stitches and a smaller over all cloth. Larger needles equal larger, looser stitches and a larger cloth. I don't have a standard gauge because any size will do. I usually use a US 6, 7 or 8 depending on what is not being used in other projects.
Michelle's Diagonal Dishcloth
Cast On 3 stitches
Increases
Row 1: k1, yo, k to end
Row 2: k1, yo, knit til 2 stitches left, knit into the back of the yarn over stitch, k1
Repeat row 2 until there are 43 or 44 stitches on the needle, it doesn't real matter.
Short Rows- these make the corners extra pointy. I got the idea from this pattern.
Next Row: K2, turn, k2, turn, knit to end
Following Row: k2, turn, k2. turn, knit to end.
Basically, you are just knitting 2, then turning as if you were to the end, then knitting 2 back to the end/beginning and then knitting across the whole row of 43 or 44 stitches. Then you repeat it on the other side and start the decreases.
Decreases
Next Row: Knit across til 3 stitches remain, k2tog in the back loop, k1
Repeat this row until 3 stitches remain
Bind off. Sew in ends. Block if needed.
Use well. The knit texture is perfect for cleaning all dishes.
Give it a try and let me know how it goes. This is my first time attempting to write a pattern so let me know if there are issues. It is wonderful pattern for watching TV and knitting. I can even make these riding in a car at night. So simple and practical. They make great gifts.
The pictured dishcloths are for the 2 people who commented on my last dishcloth post. I hope they use them well.
Do you love handmade dishcloths for doing the dishes?
