Learn how to knit a farmhouse kitchen dishcloth with this simple pattern perfect for the beginner knitter.
It’s time again for another instalment of our cozy living series, hosted by my friend Jennifer at Town & Country Living. I always look forward to seeing the cozy inspiration that everyone has to share each month! And, with plenty of months of Winter still ahead of us here in Canada, we need all the cozy we can get!
One of my favourite pastimes, especially through our cold Winter months is curling up with a basket of yarn and a pair knitting needles. There’s just something so cozy and satisfying about settling in on the couch with a knitting project on your lap, watching it grow with every row, creating something that’s both useful and beautiful!
I’ve had so many people tell me how much they’d love to learn to knit, but that it seems a daunting, overwhelming task to take on a project when they’ve never even held a pair of knitting needles. So, if you’re one of those people that has always wanted to try knitting, but just weren’t sure where to start, this one’s for you! Not only is this knit dishcloth a perfect beginner project, but I’ve broken it down step-by-step, right from the very first stitch to the last. I promise, knitting up this dishcloth is SO much easier than you’d think!
How TO KNIT a simple DISHCLOTH
What you’ll need:
A pair of size 6 knitting needles and your favourite yarn.
Instructions:
Cast on 42 stitches Row 1: K1, *P2, K2* Repeat *to* until last stitch, K last stitch Row 2: P1, *K2, P2* Repeat *to* until last stitch, P last stitch Row 3: K1, *K2, P2* Repeat *to* until last stitch, K last stitch Row 4: P1, *P2, K2* Repeat *to* until last stitch, P last stitch Repeat these 4 rows until you've created a piece measuring about 10 inches square. Bind off the last row and sew in your loose ends. Notes: K – knit P – pearl
If you’re new to knitting, I’ve broken everything down, step-by-step in the video below:
I hope this tutorial leaves you feeling inspired to try knitting up your own dishcloth too! Even if you’ve never knit a single stitch before, this would be a great place to start!
You might also want to check out this other step-by-step, beginner knit dishcloth tutorial too!
Now, don’t forget to check out the other cozy living ideas below:
Linzer Heart Cookies by Sincerely Marie Designs / Vintage Bottle Labels by Vinyet Etc. / Family Pizza Night by Finding Silver Pennies / Kitchen Pantry Organization by Creative Cain Cabin
DIY Beginner Dishcloth by Making It in the Mountains / Low Maintenance Houseplants by Duke Manor Farm / Chocolate Chip Muffins by Hymns and Verses / Therapeutic Houseplants by Town and Country Living
Wishing you SUCH a lovely weekend!
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This is so beautiful. I don’t know how to knit but you make it look so easy. Thank you for the tutorial.
Thanks so much Danielle! Knitting is so simple, the hardest part is starting. 🙂
No way, I can’t wait to try and make these. I can crochet but have never tried to learn to knit. These are beautiful, thanks for the tutorial!
Thanks so much! So happy to hear you’re feeling inspired to try it!
I love these knitted dish cloths! I guess it’s time to dig out my knitting needles!!! Nothing says cozy like knitting on a wintry day!
Thanks so much! I agree, so cozy!
These are so beautiful! I haven’t knitted in so long but these have me inspired. The colors you chose are perfect! I think I need to break out the old knitting needles and get to work!
Thanks Amanda! SO happy to hear that you’re feeling inspired!
I am one of those that would love to learn how to knit. these dishcloths are so pretty!
Thanks Laura! Hopefully this tutorial leaves you feeling inspired to give it a try!