Basketweave Textured Dishcloth

This practical and stylish dishcloth features a bold basketweave texture that adds visual interest and cleaning power. It’s a perfect small project for practicing knit and purl combinations while creating a functional kitchen essential.

Materials
– 100% cotton worsted weight yarn (50g)
– 4.5 mm knitting needles
– Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
– Scissors
– Blocking mat (optional)

Instructions

Cast On: 36 stitches.
Pattern Setup:
- Rows 1–4: Knit all stitches.
- Rows 5–8: (K4, P4) repeat to end.
- Rows 9–12: (P4, K4) repeat to end.
Repeat Rows 5–12 until the cloth measures approx. 18 cm.
Final Rows (Edge): Knit 4 rows.
Bind Off: Bind off all stitches loosely in knit.
Finishing: Weave in ends. Lightly block if desired.

How To

What Is Basketweave? Alternating blocks of knits and purls mimic the look of woven fabric.
Edge Curling Fix: Garter stitch edges prevent the cloth from curling.
Customize Size: Cast on in multiples of 8 + edge stitches to resize.
Yarn Tip: Cotton is absorbent and durable — perfect for dish use.
Beginner Help: Count each block as a group of 4 stitches; place markers if needed to avoid losing the pattern.

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