Knitted Basket Weave Stitch Dishcloth

The Knitted Basket Weave Stitch Dishcloth makes the perfect addition to your kitchen essentials! Crafted with love and care, this dishcloth not only adds a touch of charm to your home but also provides excellent functionality. The intricate basket weave stitch gives it a lovely texture that helps scrub away stubborn grime from dishes while remaining gentle on delicate glassware. Its handmade quality adds a personal touch, making it a delightful gift for friends and family. Whether you're a seasoned knitter or new to the craft, creating this dishcloth will bring joy and satisfaction to your knitting projects. Try making one today and add a cozy and practical touch to your kitchen!

You Will Need:

1 skein (50 gram or 1.75 oz) of Bernat Handicrafter Cotton Yarn

1 pair of knitting needles in U.K. size 8, U.S. size 6, or 4mm.

BASKETWEAVE DISHCLOTH KNITTING PATTERN:

Cast on 44 stitches for a 9 inch dishcloth. (This works out to seven repetitions of the pattern; for a smaller, or larger, dishcloth use multiples of 6, plus 2 stitches).

1st row: (Right side). Knit.
2nd row: Purl.
3rd row: K2, *P4, K2. Repeat from * to end of row.
4th row: P2, *K4, P2. Repeat from * to end of row.
5th and 6th rows: Repeat 3rd and 4th rows.
7th row: Knit.
8th row: Purl.
9th row: P3, *K2, P4. Repeat from * to last 5 stitches. K2, P3.
10th row: K3, *P2, K4. Repeat from * to last 5 stitches. P2, K3.
11th and 12th row: Repeat 9th and 10th rows.

These 12 rows make the first complete basket weave pattern.

FINISHING:

I did four repetitions of the 12 rows, then I repeated the first 8 rows to finish, which means that my last two rows were a knit row, followed by a purl row, before casting off. This gave me a nice 9 inch square dishcloth.

Your knitting gauge may be the same, or different, to mine.

If you prefer to complete the last 12 rows, finish as follows:

Next to last row: Knit.
Last row: Purl.

Cast off.