21 May knitting ideas digest

Knitted Spring Is In The Air Dishcloth

Embrace the refreshing arrival of spring with the delightful Knitted Spring Breeze Dishcloth. This charming dishcloth captures the essence of the season, bringing a touch of nature's beauty into your kitchen. Crafted with love and care, the intricate knitting pattern showcases delicate blossoms and swirling vines, evoking a sense of renewal and growth. Indulge in the vibrant colors of spring with the Knitted Blooming Meadow Dishcloth. This exquisite dishcloth is a true work of art, combining the softness of knitted fabric with the lively hues of blooming flowers. As you use this dishcloth to clean your dishes, you'll be transported to a serene meadow, where the air is filled with the sweet scent of blossoms and the gentle breeze whispers promises of a fresh start. Let the Knitted Blooming Meadow Dishcloth bring a touch of springtime magic to your daily chores, making them a joyful and uplifting experience.

Yarn: Any Cotton Worsted Yarn in 2 different colorways – I used some Lily Sugar’n Cream yarn in White (Colorway 2) and Yellow (Colorway 1)
Knitting Needles: US #10 for cast on and US #9 circular needles to knit the dishcloth
Crochet hook: US size H- 8 or 5.0 mm crochet hook
Tapestry Needle to weave in ends

Gauge: 4 stitches/inch but is not needed for this project

Abbreviations:

  • K: Knit
  • P: Purl
  • K2tog: Knit the first two stitches on the left needle together
  • pm: place marker
  • sm: slip marker
  • BOR: beginning of round
  • wyib: with working yarn in the back
  • wyif: with working yarn in front
  • *…*: pattern repeats within a section
  • […]: repeat pattern for each of the 4 sections within brackets

With US #10 knitting needles cast on 140 stitches with Colorway 2 (White) yarn using the long tail cast on or the thumb method.
Transfer all stitches to a 16 inch US #9 circular needles, place a BOR marker and join round to knit the following making sure the stitches are not twisted.

  • Round 1: With Colorway 1 yarn (Yellow): [slip 1 stitch wyib, pm, K2tog, (*K1, slip1 wyif* repeat *…* 15 more times), K2tog, pm] repeat […] 2 more times, slip 1 stitch wyib, pm, K2tog, (*K1, slip1 wyif* repeat *…* 15 more times), K2tog, slip BOR marker
  • Round 2: With Colorway 2 yarn (White): [K1, sm, *K1, slip 1 wyif* repeat *…* till marker, sm] repeat […] 2 more times, K1, sm, *K1, slip 1 wyif* repeat *…* till BOR marker, slip BOR marker
  • Round 3: With Colorway 1 yarn (Yellow): [slip 1 stitch wyib, sm, K2tog, *slip1 wyif, K1* repeat *…* till 2 stitches before marker, K2tog, sm] repeat […] 2 more times, slip 1 stitch wyib, pm, K2tog, *slip 1 wyif, K1* repeat *…* till 2 stitches before BOR marker, K2tog, slip BOR marker
  • Round 4: With Colorway 2 yarn (White): [K1, sm, *slip 1 wyif, K1* repeat *…* till marker, sm] repeat […] 2 more times, K1, sm, *slip 1 wyif, K1* repeat *…* till BOR marker, slip BOR marker
  • Round 5: With Colorway 1 yarn (Yellow): [slip 1 stitch wyib, sm, K2tog, *K1, slip 1 wyif* repeat *…* till 2 stitches before marker, K2tog, sm] repeat […] 2 more times, slip 1 stitch wyib, pm, K2tog, *K1, slip 1 wyif* repeat *…* till 2 stitches before BOR marker, K2tog, slip BOR marker
  • Round 6: With Colorway 2 yarn (White): [K1, sm, *K1, slip1 wyif* repeat *…* till marker, sm] repeat […] 2 more times, K1, sm, *K1, slip 1 wyif* repeat *…* till BOR marker, slip BOR marker

Repeat Rounds 3 – 6, six more times. There are 20 stitches left on the needles after these repeats.

  • Round 31: Colorway 1 (Yellow): [slip 1 stitch wyib, sm K2tog, K2tog, sm], repeat […] 2 more times, slip 1 stitch wyib, sm K2tog, K2tog, slip BOR marker
  • Round 32: Colorway 2 (White): [K1, sm, slip 1 wyif, K1, sm], repeat […] 2 more times, K1, sm, slip1 wyif, K1, slip BOR marker
  • Round 33: Colorway 1 (Yellow) : [slip 1 stitch wyib, sm, K2tog, sm], repeat […] 2 more times, slip 1 stitch wyib, sm, K2tog, slip BOR marker
  • Round 34: Colorway 2 (White): Knit all stitches removing all markers except the BOR marker (8 stitches remaining)

Cut the working yarn and pull it through a tapestry needle. Insert the tapestry needle through the remaining eight stitches and pull them tight to close the gap. Secure yarn on the reverse side of the dishcloth.

Single Crochet Edging and hanging loop:

  • Crochet edging: Starting at the cast on edge to the right of the center knit stitch (see picture below), pick up and single crochet with H-8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook all around the dishcloth edge with Colorway 1 (yellow) yarn. Slip stitch into the first single crochet border stitch and crochet 12 to 15 chain stitches. Slip stitch into the single crochet stitch on the other side of the center knit stitch.

  • Weave in the ends
  • Wash and block the dishcloth
accessories, easy diy, decoration
Like!
Add to bookmarks
Assign tags
Knitted Spring Scarf
Introducing the Spring Blossom Scarf, a beautifully crafted accessory that will add a touch of elegance and warmth to your spring wardrobe. This exquisite scarf is meticulously knitted using the fines...
Fresh Air Cloths
Handmade things for the home are a simple pleasure. Even better when they are made with clean yarns. The Fresh Air Washcloths will add a pop of color to your kitchen or bathroom, and knit up using Cle...
Beautiful Spring Shawl
Shawls can’t just ever go out of style, can they? Certainly not! Let’s make this beautiful spring shawl to keep ourselves cozy and looking amazing in the spring. This shawl is bordered by a beaut...
Simple Spring Top
It’s spring! It’s time to put away all those heavy cardigans and bring in the super colorful and light tops. Today’s top is so beautiful, simple and great for adding color to your overall look. It has...
Simple Spring Cardigan
This is one of those simple sweaters that goes over literally everything. It is a non-closing cardigan. The construction is pretty straightforward: the cast-on is at the back hem, ...
Beautiful Spring bunny
This is a simple project to make with the simple stated materials. It is a great addition to your collection of toys for your kids. It adds to the beauty decor of your home as well. It will definitely...
Lace in the Cables Vest
The Lace in the Cables Vest is a beautifully designed garment perfect for adding elegance and sophistication to any wardrobe. This vest features intricate lace patterns interwoven with classic cable s...
Beautiful Spring Mittens
Hello beautiful people. Knit your Spring Mittens that make those outfits look more put together and absolutely gorgeous. You can also bless someone with this gift of your craft. This piece has been ma...
The ‘in-between’ Scarf
This scarf is a perfect accessory for any fall or winter outfit. The ‘in-between’ scarf can be worn in a number of ways, and it is versatile enough to be dressed up or down. It can be worn as a long s...
Beautiful Spring Tee
Hello everyone! I hope those spring days are getting longer and the sun is out looking at you. I hope you all are keeping safe and enjoying yourselves. Today we’re going to make this beautiful spring ...
Beautiful Dishcloth in Twist Stitch Diamonds
If you're in search for a beautiful and functional dishcloth, look no further than the Twist Stitch Diamonds pattern. The Twist Stitch Diamonds pattern creates an elegant and practical dishcloth that ...
Colorful Spring Blanket
This is such a colorful spring blanket that will be great in your home. You can make this blanket in your favorite colors or give it out to a baby. The process of making this is really easy ...
Summer in the City Top
The "Summer in the City Top" is a stylish and versatile garment that is perfect for the warmer months in urban environments. Made from lightweight and breathable materials, this top is designed to kee...
Knitted Bubbles in the Sky Hat
Introducing the Knitted Bubbles in the Sky Hat, a whimsical and enchanting accessory that will add a touch of magic to your winter wardrobe. Crafted with love and care, this hat is a true work of art....
Adorable Dishcloth in Herringbone Linen
Introducing the latest addition to our kitchen collection - the Adorable Dishcloth in Herringbone Linen. Featuring a beautiful herringbone texture, this dishcloth is not only practical but also adds a...
Colorful Spring Socks
Hello friends all around the world. Knit your kids some colorful spring socks yourself in your own time and at your own pace. Use the free knitting pattern freshly shared below as a guide for a s...
Loading...
No comments