Knitted Tractor Dishcloth
Imagine a charming dishcloth that features a whimsical tractor design, all intricately knitted with care and attention to detail. This unique piece combines the practicality of a dishcloth with the creativity of a handmade item, making it a delightful addition to any kitchen. The soft texture of the knitted fabric ensures gentle cleaning while adding a touch of warmth and character to your home decor. The Knitted Tractor Dishcloth is not just a functional kitchen accessory, but also a conversation starter and a piece of art in its own right. Whether you're using it to wash dishes or simply displaying it as a decorative accent, this handcrafted dishcloth is sure to bring a smile to your face every time you see it. With its playful design and high-quality craftsmanship, the Knitted Tractor Dishcloth is a perfect example of how everyday items can be transformed into something special through the power of handmade creativity.
Size and Materials
Size depends on yarn and needle size used:
With DK/Light Worsted Weight yarn and 4 mm (US 6, UK 8) knitting needles, finished squares are approximately 22 cm x 22 cm (8.5 inches x 8.5 inches)
With Worsted Weight yarn and and 4.5 mm knitting needles (US size 7, UK size 7) finished square is approximately 26 cm x 26 cm (10 inches x 10 inches)
Any sized needle and yarn can be used (please refer to yarn label for recommended needle size), however different needle and yarn sizes will produce different sized squares, so if you plan to make an afghan or a set of these it is best to use the same needle size and yarn for each square.
Chart Instructions
On Right Side: Knit white squares and purl black dots
On Wrong Side: Purl white squares and knit black dots
Cast on 45 stitches and start at bottom left hand corner of chart with a wrong side row.
Written Instructions
Cast on 45
Work 7 rows of (K1,P1) to last stitch, K1
Row 8: K1, P1, K1, P1, K37, P1, K1, P1, K1
Row 9 and All Odd Numbered Rows: K1, P1, K1, P1, K1, P35, K1, P1, K1, P1, K1
Even Numbered Rows 10-14: K1, P1, K1, P1, K37, P1, K1, P1, K1
Row 16: K1, P1, K1, P1, K6, P6, K13, P6, K6, P1, K1, P1, K1
Row 18: K1, P1, K1, P1, K4, P10, K9, P10, K4, P1, K1, P1, K1
Row 20: K1, P1, K1, P1, K3, P4, K4, P4, K7, P4, K4, P4, K3, P1, K1, P1, K1
Row 22: K1, P1, K1, P1, K2, P4, K6, P4, K5, P4, K6, P4, K2, P1, K1, P1, K1
Row 24: K1, P1, K1, P1, K2, P4, K6, P13, K6, P4, K2, P1, K1, P1, K1
Row 26: K1, P1, K1, P1, K2, P5, K4, P15, K4, P5, K2, P1, K1, P1, K1
Row 28: K1, P1, K1, P1, K3, P31, K3, P1, K1, P1, K1
Row 30: K1, P1, K1, P1, K4, P13, K3, P13, K4, P1, K1, P1, K1
Row 32: K1, P1, K1, P1, K5, P10, K5, P13, K4, P1, K1, P1, K1
Row 34: K1, P1, K1, P1, K7, P6, K7, P12, K5, P1, K1, P1, K1
Row 36: K1, P1, K1, P1, K8, P1, K10, P2, K2, P2, K12, P1, K1, P1, K1
Row 38: K1, P1, K1, P1, K8, P1, K9, P2, K3, P2, K12, P1, K1, P1, K1
Row 40: K1, P1, K1, P1, K9, P1, K7, P2, K4, P2, K12, P1, K1, P1, K1
Row 42: K1, P1, K1, P1, K9, P1, K6, P2, K19, P1, K1, P1, K1
Row 44: K1, P1, K1, P1, K8, P10, K19, P1, K1, P1, K1
Row 46: K1, P1, K1, P1, K14, P2, K21, P1, K1, P1, K1
Even Numbered Rows 48-56: K1, P1, K1, P1, K37, P1, K1, P1, K1
Rows 57-63: Work 7 rows of (K1, P1) to last stitch, K1
Cast off, weave in ends and block.