Knitted Blue Twist Dishcloth
The Knitted Blue Twist Dishcloth is a stylish and practical addition to any kitchen. Made from soft, durable yarn, this dishcloth features a vibrant blue color and a twisted texture that provides excellent grip and absorbency. Its compact size makes it easy to maneuver around utensils and pots, while its knitted construction allows for easy washing and drying. Perfect for everyday use, this dishcloth is a thoughtful gift for the cook in your life or a delightful treat for yourself to add a pop of color to your kitchen decor.
Skill level: Easy
Size: approx. 8.5” wide x 9” high
Materials:
100 yds. worsted wt. cotton:
Sample shown in Pisgah Yarn & Dyeing Co., Inc. “Peaches & Crème”,
Art. 930, 100% cotton, 122 yds/2.5oz ball
Pair of size 6 (4.25 mm) needles, or size needed to achieve gauge
Tapestry needle
Gauge: 18 sts & 32 rows = 4” in garter stitch on size 6 (4.25 mm) needles
Pattern notes: Dishcloth is worked in one piece from lower border to top border.
Three stitches at each edge are maintained in garter stitch throughout.
Special stitches:
Garter stitch: Knit every row.
Twist two right (T2R): Skip first stitch on left needle and knit into second stitch but do not remove it from needle. Knit into first stitch (the skipped stitch) and move both stitches off left and on to right needle.
Terms/Abbreviations: beginning (beg), bind off (BO), cast on (CO), knit (k), needle (ndl), purl (p), repeat (rep), stitch (st), stockinette stitch (st st), twist two right (T2R)
Dishcloth
CO 37.
Lower border:
K 6 rows.
Begin pattern:
Row 1 (RS): K3, p1, *k2, p1, rep from * across to last 3 sts, k3.
Row 2 (WS): K3, k1, *p2, k1, rep from * across to last 3 sts, k3.
Row 3: Rep Row 1.
Row 4: Rep Row 2.
Row 5 (twist st row): K3, p1, *T2R, p1, rep from * across to last 3 sts, k 3.
Row 6: Rep Row 2.
Rep Rows 1-6 six times.
Border preparation rows:
Next row: K3, p1, *k2, p1, rep from * across to last 3 sts, k3.
Next row: K3, k1, *p2, k1, rep from * across to last 3 sts, k3.
Upper border:
K 6 rows.
Bind off and weave in tails.