Knitted Chessboard Dishcloth

Imagine a beautifully crafted dishcloth that resembles a chessboard, but instead of being made from traditional fabric, it is intricately knitted. The black and white squares are carefully stitched together to create a unique and eye-catching design that is both functional and decorative. This knitted chessboard dishcloth adds a touch of elegance to any kitchen, making it a perfect gift for chess enthusiasts or anyone who appreciates handmade items. Whether displayed on a countertop or used for everyday cleaning, this knitted chessboard dishcloth is sure to be a conversation starter and a favorite kitchen accessory for years to come.

Level of Difficulty: Easy

Materials: 1 skein of cotton yarn; #6 or #7 US knitting needles.

Cast on: Multi 14 + 7 (28 + 7= 36 + 6 border+42)

NOTES: YO: Yarn Over

K2Tog: K2 Together

Border:

Rows 1-4: Knit across.

Pattern:

Row 1: K3, P7, *K7, P7; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 2: K10, *P7, K7; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 3: K3, P7, *K3, YO, K2Tog, K2, P7; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 4: K10, *P7, K7; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 5: K3, P7, *K1, K2Tog, YO, K1, YO, K2Tog, K1, P7; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 6: K10, *P7, K7; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 7: K3, P7, *K3, YO, K2Tog, K2, P7; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 8: K10, *P7, K7; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 9: K3, P7, *K7, P7; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 10: K10, *P7, K7; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 11: K10, *P7, K7; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 12: K3, P7, *K7, P7; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 13: K6, YO, K2Tog, K2, *P7, K3, YO, K2Tog, K2; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 14: K3, P7, *K7, P7; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 15: K4, K2Tog, YO, K1, YO, K2Tog, K1, *P7, K1, K2Tog, YO, K1, YO, K2Tog, K1; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 16: K3, P7, *K7, P7; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 17: K3, *K3, YO, K2Tog, K2, P7; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 18: K3, P7, *K7, P7; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 19: K10, *P7, K7; repeat from *, end K3.

Row 20: K3, P7, *K7, P7; repeat from *, end K3.

Repeat rows 1-20 again, and rows 1-9 once again. Work Border.

Border:

Row 1-4: Knit across.

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