Knitted Diagonal Penguin Dishcloth

The Knitted Diagonal Penguin Dishcloth is a delightful addition to any kitchen, bringing a touch of charm and whimsy to everyday chores. This unique dishcloth features a charming penguin design intricately knitted into its fabric, making it not only practical but also an adorable decoration. Its diagonal pattern adds a modern twist while ensuring excellent absorbency for efficient dish drying. The soft material feels gentle on your hands, making cleaning up a more enjoyable task. Whether you're a knitting enthusiast or simply appreciate cute and functional kitchen items, the Knitted Diagonal Penguin Dishcloth is sure to bring a smile to your face every time you use it.

Worsted Weight Yarn

Size 5 needles or 7 needles

Abreviations;
k = knit
yo = yarn over
st = stitch
beg= beginning
tog = together

Note; The first 5 st and the last 5 st are always k. Count the yo as a stitch for this purpose.

Cast on 4 st
.
Row 1 ; k (4 st)

Row 2 -8 ; k 2, yo, k to end. (11 st)

Row 9; k 2, yo, k 2, p to last 5 st, k to end. (12 st)

Row 10; k 2, yo, k to end. (13 st)

Rows 11 - 27; Repeat rows 9 &10, (ending with row 9) until you have 30 st.

Row 28; k 2, yo, k 7, p 4, k 3, p 4, k to end.(31 st)

Row 29; k 2, yo, k 2 , p 6, k 4, p 3, k 4, p to last 5 st, k to end.(32 st)

Row 30; k 2, yo, k 10 , p 7, k to end.(33 st)

Row 31; k 2, yo, k 2 , p 10, k 5, p to last 5 st, k to end.(34 st)

Row 32; k 2, yo, k 11, p 7, k to end. (35 st)

Row 33; k 2, yo, k 2, p 9, k 9, p to last 5 st, k to end.(36 st)

Row 34; k 2, yo, k 11, p 9, k to end.(37 st)

Row 35; k 2, yo, k 2 , p 10, k 9, p to last 5 st, k to end.(38 st)

Row 36; k 2, yo, k 10, p 1, k 1, p 9, k 1, p 1, k to end.(39 st)

Row 37; k 2, yo, k 2 , p 8, k 2, p 1, k 9, p 1, k 2, p to last 5 st, k to end.(40 st)

Row 38; k 2, yo, k 10, p 2, k 1, p 9, k 1, p 2, k to end.(41 st)

Row 39; k 2, yo, k 2 , p 9, k 2, p 1, k 9, p 1, k 2, p to last 5 st, k to end.(42 st)

Row 40; k 2, yo, k 11, p 2, k 1, p 9, k 1, p 2, k to end.(43 st)

Row 41; k 2, yo, k 2 , p 10, k 15, p to last 5 st, k to end.(44 st)

Row 42; k 2, yo, k 12, p 15, k to end.(45 st)

Row 43; k 2, yo, k 2 , p 11, k 15, p to last 5 st , k to end.(46 st)

Row 44; k 2, yo, k 13, p 15, k to end.(47 st)

Row 45;k 1, k 2 tog, yo, k 2, p 11, k 15, p to last 5 st, k to end.(47st)

Decreasing

Row 46; k 1 , k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog, k 11, p 15, k to end.(46 st)

Row 47; k 1, k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog , k 1, p 11, k 13, p to last 5 st, k to end.(45 st)

Row 48; k 1 , k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog, k 11, p 13, k to end.(44 st)

Row 49; k 1, k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog , k 1, p 11, k 11, p to last 5 st, k to end.(43 st)

Row 50; k 1 , k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog, k 12, p 9, k to end.(42 st)

Row 51; k 1, k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog , k 1, p 11, k 10, p to last 5 st, k to end.(41 st)

Row 52; k 1 , k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog, k 9, p 12, k to end.(40 st)

Row 53; k 1, k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog, k 1, p 9, k 15, p to last 5 st, k to end.(39 st)

Row 54; k 1 , k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog, k 5, p 15, k to end.(38 st)

Row 55; k 1, k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog , k 1, p 8, k 14, p to last 5 st, k to end.(37 st)

Row 56; k 1 , k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog, k 7, p 12, k to end.(36 st)

Row 57; k 1, k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog , k 1, p 7, k 11, p to last 5 st, k to end.(35st)

Row 58; k 1 , k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog, k 8, p 10, k to end.(34 st)

Row 59; k 1, k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog , k 1, p 7, k 8, p to last 5 st, k to end.(33 st)

Row 60; k 1 , k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog, k 9, p 6, k to end.(32 st)

Row 61; k 1, k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog , k 1, p 8, k 4, p to last 5 st, k to end.(31 st)

Row 62; k 1 , k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog, k to end.(30 st)

Row 63; k 1, k 2 tog, yo, k 2 tog , k 1, p to last 5 st, k to end.(29 st)

Repeat rows 62 & 63 until 10 st remain.

Now repeat row 62 only, until 5 st remain.

Last Row; k 2, k 2 tog, k 1.

Bind off and hide ends.