Nana's Favorite Dishcloth Pattern
This dishcloth is just like the kind Nana used to make!
Nana's Favorite Dishcloth Pattern is a simple kitchen dishcloth with an easy-to-memorize repeat that knitters of any skill level can work up. Knitted dishcloth patterns like these are perfect for scrubbing off dishes because the purl bumps on both sides allow for plenty of grabbing and friction. The best yarn to use for this knit dishcloth pattern is cotton, since it easily absorbs water and is washable, so you can use it again and again. Since this kitchen dishcloth is so versatile, you could knit up a bunch in the colors of your kitchen!
Knitting Needle Size7 or 4.5 mm
Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)
Finished Size9.5" wide x 9.5" long (24.13cm wide by 24.13cm long)
Materials List
- Lily Sugar’n Cream The Original Yarn - Ecru (71g / 2.5 oz, 109 meters / 120 yards) - Less than 1 skein
- Size US 7 (4.5mm) straight needles
For even more easy-to-knit, classic, and fun dishcloths, check out our collection page of14 Knit Dishcloth Patterns for Beginners
Dishcloth
CO 41 sts longtail.
Rows 1-4: K across
Rows 5, 7 & 9: K3, *P2, K1; rep from * to last 5 sts, P2, K3
Rows 6, 8, 10 & 12: K3, P to last 3 sts, K3
Row 11: K across
Rep rows 5-12 seven more times, or until desired length of dishcloth, ending the final repeat on row 9.
Next 4 rows: K across
Bind off. Weave in ends.
Abbreviations
- CO
- cast on
- K
- knit
- P
- purl
- Rep
- repeat(s)
- *
- Rep from * the number of times specified
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auntyemnh 7855952
Feb 28, 2020
Where is the "save pattern" button located?? Can't seem to find it.
Kristina K
Mar 02, 2020
Hi auntyemnh, you can find the "save pattern" button in the row of buttons just above the pattern picture. It has the big "plus" sign on it. We hope this helps! Happy knitting! -Editors of AllFreeKnitting
EditorLP
Aug 28, 2019
This was one of my first knitting patterns, and I was so pleasantly surprised by how easy it was to complete! It took me a long time because I am a slow knitter, but the instructions are well-written, and I really enjoyed knitting this dishcloth pattern. Since I find longer dishcloths to be more useful, I added some extra rows to the design and used about two balls of Sugar n' Cream yarn. The design looks more complex than it is, so it also would make a great gift.
Kate T
Jul 07, 2019
Ive used the pattern on multiple occasions to make gifts and just looked it up as Ive had a request for more dishcloths in this pattern. I was shocked to see a 2 star rating and felt the need to throw in this absolutely deserved 5 stars! Great, easy pattern with beautiful results!
pwbluestone 388336 5
Mar 20, 2019
I tried this, but keep ending up with four stitches to knit instead of three on the row with the purl two together pattern. I've started over several times but can't find my error
Kristina K
Mar 21, 2019
Hi pwbluestone, there is no purl 2 together in the pattern. When you see P2, you should simply purl the next two stitches. We hope this helps! Happy knitting! -Editors of AllFreeKnitting
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