Knitted Winter Thaw Dishcloth

The Knitted Winter Thaw Dishcloth is the perfect accessory to add a touch of warmth and charm to your kitchen during the colder months. Handcrafted with care and attention to detail, this delightful dishcloth not only brings a cozy vibe but also proves to be highly functional for everyday use. Its intricate knitted pattern provides excellent scrubbing power while remaining gentle on delicate kitchenware. Whether you're washing dishes or wiping down countertops, this dishcloth is sure to make your chores a little more enjoyable. The soft yarn used in its making ensures a comfortable feel in your hands, making cleaning up a breeze. Treat yourself or surprise a loved one with this lovely Knitted Winter Thaw Dishcloth for a delightful addition to any kitchen.

Yarn: Bernant Handicrafter, 100% cotton 1 skein
Needles: 6mm needles
Notions: tapestry needle
Size: 6 x6 inches
Gauge: 15 sts 13 rows equals 4 inches

Stitches Usesd:
K: knit
P:purl
yo: yarn over
Spike stitch: insert your right needle into the stitch 3 rows below the row you are working, yo, and pull the needle back through the stitch (this counts as a knit stitch)
K2tog: knit 2 stitches together
sskp: Slip 2 stitches to the right needle one at a time, k the next st, slip the slipped stitches over the knit stitch just made.

Instructions

Cast on 23 stitches using your favorite cast on.

R0w 1-5: k

Row 6: k3, p 17, k3

Row 7: k3, (k2, spike st, k2tog), Repeat 3x, k1, k 3

Row 8: k3, p17, k3

Row 9: k3, k1, (yo, sskp , yo, k), Repeat 3x, k3
Row 10: k3, p17, k3
Row 11: k3, k4, (spike st, k2tog, k2), Repeat 2x, spike st, k2tog, k3, k3
Row 12: k3, p17, k3
Row 13: k3, k3, (yo, sskp , yo, k), Repeat 1x, yo, sskp , yo, k3, k3
Row 14: k3, p17, k3
Rows 15- 22: repeat rows 7- 14
Row 23: k
Row 24: k3, p17, k3
Rows 25- 30: k
Cast off and weave in your ends.