The first thing I learned to knit was the humble dishcloth. It was a very simple pattern that my grandma showed me one evening over Christmas vacation. I can make them without even looking now (as a matter of fact--this is what I've been doing to feel productive while I'm vegging out and watching 'Lost' DVDs), but that first one made my fingers hurt for days. I couldn't even begin to tell you how many of these I've made over the past few years, as they're one of the things I get asked for the most. I've tried other patterns but they're a little too involved for something that's going to wipe up messes and occasionally end up in the garbage disposal. I've looked online for this pattern, but I don't even know what it's called so I've had no luck finding it. I've seen pictures of it, so I know it's out there somewhere. Just in case I have any knitters following along, I thought I'd share the pattern here. It's really not difficult to do, and a few of them together make a really nice gift. Plus it's something to keep your hands busy during TV time--and off of the munchies (bonus!). These are knit on the diagonal--other than the knit stitch you only need to know a yarn over increase, and a knit two together decrease. I use Lilly's Sugar 'n Cream yarn for these--the colors are endless, it knits up nicely, and washes well. I also use #9 needles. 1. Cast on 4 stitches. 2. Knit a row. Knit another row (for stability). You're still at 4 stitches. 3. Knit 2 stitches. Yarn over. Knit the rest of the row. 4. Repeat step 3 over and over again. Each row should have one more stitch than the one below. You'll begin to see a triangle developing. I usually go up to 48-50 stitches before I begin to decrease. 5. Knit one. Knit two stitches together. Yarn over. Knit two stitches together. Knit across. 6. Repeat step 5 over and over again. Now each row will have one less stitch than the one below. 7. When you get down to 4 stitches, bind off. Weave in your ends. Go wash some dishes. If you look close you can see the stitches running on the diagonal instead of straight across. The yarn overs also create that nifty border. If you're new to knitting and need a stitch refresher (or if you want to learn how to knit), click here. Have fun! OH! One other thing--I've got a nice little giveaway planned in the very near future, so stay tuned for that announcement!

Grandmother's Favorite Dishcloth Free Knitting Pattern is the perfect pattern for beginners! They're so easy and fun to make, and they make great gifts!

Do you love Grandma's homemade cookies? This fresh from the oven Cookie Jar Dishcloth is one of the free knit dish cloth patterns that will remind you of those delicious treats. This pattern offers step by step instructions for how to knit a dishcloth that will make you smile every time you look at it. Made with a variety of knit and purl stitches, this decorative dishcloth pattern will fill you up with love whenever you use it Create this dishcloth and you'll want to bake cookies all the time!

Picot-Edged Grandma's Favorite Link to pdf file Size 7 Knitting Needles Less than 1 ball worsted weight cotton yarn K = Knit KFB = Knit in front and back of same stitch BO = Bind off YO = Yarn Over K2tog = Knit two stitches together K2togtbl = Knit two stitches together through back loops Sl1 = Slip 1 stitch St = Stitch Cast on 2 Increasing Rows: 1. BO 1, kfb 2. Sl1, kfb 3. Sl1, kfb, kfb 4. BO 1, k2, kfb 5. BO 1, kfb, kfb, k1 6. Sl1, knit 5 7. Sl1, k2, yo, k to last st, kfb 8. BO 1, k2, yo, kto last st, kfb 9. BO 1, k2, yo, k to end 10. Sl1, k2, yo, k to end 11. Sl1, k2, yo, k to last st, kfb Repeat Rows 7 through 10 until size desired, ending with Row 8. Turning Rows: 1. Sl1, k2, turn, sl1, k2, turn, sl1, k1, turn, sl1, kfb, turn, bo1, k2, turn, sl1, k2, turn, sl1, k1, k2togtbl, yo, k2togtbl, k to end 2. Sl1, k2, turn, sl1, k2, turn, sl1, k1, turn, sl1, kfb, turn, bo1, k2, turn, sl1, k2, turn, sl1, k1, k2togtbl, yo, k2togtbl, k to last st, kfb Decreasing Rows: 1. BO1, k1, k2togtbl, yo, k2togtbl, k to last st, kfb 2. BO1, k1, k2togtbl, yo, k2togtbl, k to end 3. Sl1, k1, k2togtbl, yo, k2togtbl, k to end 4. Sl1, k1, k2togtbl, yo, k2togtbl, k to last st, kfb Repeat Rows 1 through 4 until you have 7 st left on your needle. Finishing: 1. BO1, k to last st, kfb 2. BO1, k2togtbl, k1, k2tog, k1 3. Sl1, k to end 4. Sl1, k2tog, kfb 5. BO1, k2tog 6. K2tog, pull yarn through loop, finish off.

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If you know one thing about me after reading my blog it might be that I make a lot of dishcloths! You would be right - I certainly do! I enjoy crafting practical things like blankets, hats, and scarves. But my favorite thing to crochet is dishcloths. I also like to use dishcloths to test new stitches or stitch combinations. The finished product has a bit of stretch and drapes nicely. It's perfect for wiping counters. If you are looking for other fun dishcloth patterns, click here: Grandma Duck Designs Dishcloths Close up of the stitches Supplies: Cotton yarn Crochet hook size G or H Yarn needle Stitches: Chain = ch Single Crochet = sc Chain Space = ch-sp Pattern: Mesh Dishcloth Chain 28 Row 1: sc in the fourth ch from the hook, (ch 2, skip one ch, sc in next) repeat across row, turn. Row 2: ch 3, sc in the first ch-sp, ch 2 (sc in next ch-sp, ch 2) repeat across row, sc in last ch-sp, turn. Repeat row 2 until the desired size. To increase or decrease the finished size, chain any even number. Place it in your Ravelry Queue Pin it on Pinterest Happy Stitching! 💗 Grandma Duck 💗

Grandmother's Favorite Dishcloth Free Knitting Pattern is the perfect pattern for beginners! They're so easy and fun to make, and they make great gifts!

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Classic, timeless and up to the toughest job! Just like Grandma herself. Learn to loom knit Grandma's Favorite Dishcloth with this free pattern and video.

Learn to knit Grandma's Favorite Dishcloth with this free pattern. This pattern was down for generations because it's fast and easy to knit.

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One of the things I love to give to new moms is a set of baby washcloths. I searched for a fun shaped washcloth but didn't find what I wanted so I decided to play around and see if I could create something fun. This is just what I had in mind! The variety of stitches creates a fun texture and the addition of the ears turns a drab washcloth into something fun! Be sure to read all the way to the bottom of the post for several variations. I've included a variation that uses all double crochet if you want to skip the herringbone stitches. If you are interested in square baby washcloths check out Tub Time Trio 2 and Tub Time Trio. Add to your Ravelry Queue Pin on Pinterest Yarn: 18 - 21 yards of I Love This Cotton or any weight 4 Cotton Yarn Hook: H Abbreviations: ch = chain sl-st = slip stitch dc = double crochet her-dc = herringbone double crochet hhdc = herringbone half double crochet sts = stitches tr = triple crochet blo = back loop only Note: Chain stitches do not count as a stitch. Basic One Color Bear Washcloth Pattern: R1: ch four, sl-st to join, ch 2, 13 dc into circle, sl-st to join. (Or use a magic circle to start.) (13 stitches) R2: ch 3, 2 her-dc in each stitch, sl-st to join (26 stitches) R3: ch 2, 2 dc in stitch, 1 dc in next [2dc in next, 1 dc in next] repeat around. Sl st to join (39 stitches) R4: ch 2, 2hhdc, 1 hhdc in next 2 [2 hhdc in next, 1 hhdc in next 2] repeat around, sl-st to join (52 stitches) R5: ch 1, sk 2 sts, 9 tr in next, sk 2 sts, sl-st in next 6, sk 2 sts, 9 tr in next, sk 2 sts, sl-st around. Variation: Outline Follow the instructions above for R1, R2, R3, R4. Switch to Outline color for R5. Variation: Blue R1, R4, R5 in color 1 (blue) R2, R3 in color 2 (tan) Variation: Double Crochet Pink 1 Color 1 R1, R5 (pink) Color 2 R2, R3, R4 (tan) R1: Ch four, sl-st to join, ch 2, 13 dc into circle, sl-st to join. (Or use magic circle to start.) (13 stitches) R2: ch 3, 2 dc blo in each stitch, sl-st to join (26 stitches) R3: ch 2, 2 dc in stitch, 1 dc in next [2dc in next, 1 dc in next] repeat around. Sl st to join (39 stitches) R4: ch 2, 2dc, 1 dc in next 2 [2 dc in next, 1 dc in next 2] repeat around, sl-st to join (52 stitches) R5: ch 1, sk 2 sts, 9 tr in next, sk 2 sts, sl-st in next 6, sk 2 sts, 9 tr in next, sk 2 sts, sl-st around. Variation Double Crochet Pink Outline 2: Follow the pink variation above with the following changes. R1-R5 in tan. R2 regular dc not blo R6: sl-st outline around in pink Email: [email protected] Pinterest: Grandma Duck Designs Raverly: Grandma Duck Designs Instagram: Grandma Duck Designs Facebook: Grandma Duck Designs Happy Crafting 🧡 Grandma Duck 🧡 Don't miss any upcoming free patterns! Subscribe to Grandma Duck Designs by Email This pattern is for personal use only. It cannot be sold, redistributed, or edited in any way. Copyright 2020, Grandma Duck Designs

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