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Simple Knitted Dishcloth

This simple knitted dishcloth is my favorite knitting project! Handmade dishclothes are so nice to use when cleaning and they also make a great gift!
Active Time1 day
Yield: 1 dishcloth
Author: Lisa Harlow

Equipment

  • 2 US size 6 knitting needles
  • 1 Darning needle

Materials

  • 1 skein 100% Cotton yarn

Instructions

  • Cast on 4 stitches.
  • Knit 2 stitches, yarn over, and knit to the end of the row. Repeat until there are 50 stitches.
  • To decrease, knit 1 stitch, knit 2 stitches together, yarn over, knit 2 stitches together, then knit to the end of the row. Repeat until there are only 4 stitches remaining.
  • Cast off the last 4 stitches then weave in yarn tail ends.

Notes

Use as a dishcloth or a washcloth! Wash with towels.
Customize by making smaller for coasters or larger for a baby blanket. These make wonderful gifts!