A552 Knitted Dish Cloth - Garter Stitch & Stocking St Square

How to Knit a Dish Cloth - Garter Stitch & Stocking Stitch Square

Create a practical knitted dish cloth featuring alternating garter stitch and stocking stitch sections. This simple square design is a great beginner knitting project and is ideal for practising basic knit and purl stitches.

The textured stitch pattern creates a durable cloth with a handmade finish that is both useful and decorative for the kitchen.

Measurements

• Width: 20cm
• Length (approx): 20cm

Yarn Required

• Lincraft Cotton 8ply: 50g balls - 1

Needles

• A pair of 4.00mm knitting needles.
• Wool needle for sewing in ends.

Tension

22 sts and 36 rows to 10cm over pattern, using 4.00mm needles.

Garter Stitch and Stocking Stitch Dishcloth

1. Using 4.00mm needles, cast on: 44 sts.
2. Knit 4 rows garter st.
3. Work 6 rows stocking st.
4. Last 10 rows form patt.
5. Cont in patt until work measures approx 20cm from beg, ending with 4 rows garter st.
6. Cast off.

Finishing

1. Sew in all ends.

Alternative Yarns

This dish cloth is designed using Lincraft Cotton 8ply yarn. When selecting an alternative yarn, choose a yarn that is absorbent, durable and suitable for repeated washing.

• Cotton 8ply Yarn
  A similar cotton yarn will provide the closest result, with good absorbency and stitch definition.
• Bamboo Blend Yarn
  Creates a soft cloth with a smooth texture and good drape.
• Cotton Blend Yarn
  Provides durability while maintaining a soft finish.
• Linen Blend Yarn
  Creates a lightweight cloth that becomes softer with use.
• Machine Washable Acrylic Yarn
  Can be used for decorative cloths, although cotton is generally preferred for absorbency.

Customisation Ideas

• Use two contrasting colours to create a striped dish cloth.
• Alternate colours between garter stitch and stocking stitch sections.
• Create a matching set using different colour combinations.
• Add a simple knitted loop at one corner for hanging storage.
• Adjust the size by casting on more or fewer stitches and working additional pattern repeats.
• Use leftover cotton yarn to create coordinating kitchen accessories.

Care Instructions

Cotton dish cloths are designed for regular washing and everyday use. Always follow the care instructions for the selected yarn.

• Washing: Wash according to yarn instructions. Cotton yarns can generally be washed using a gentle cycle.
• Drying: Reshape and lay flat or dry according to yarn recommendations.
• Maintaining shape: Reshape while damp to help maintain the square shape.
• Storage: Allow the cloth to dry completely before storing.