Favorite Washcloth Patterns
Laura’s Blog Entry
One thing I like to knit, when I am tired and everything else seems too complicated, is washcloths. Mari uses them to wash her face each morning, so they are useful. Many patterns also double as great dishcloths in the kitchen. Sometimes working on a sweater is just too hot. A small cotton dishcloth is a good diversion. They work up quickly. Boom, you’re done. Nearly instant gratification.
I’ve found some nice patterns lately on Ravelry, so I thought I’d share them all in a blog post. They are all free downloads. Gotta love that! THE TITLE ABOVE EACH PHOTO IS A LINK TO THE PATTERN.
Note: All should be made in a cotton yarn for washability.
My new favorite. Pretty. Nice for gifts. Easy pattern repeat. (Shown in mercerized cotton.)
Sometimes I like to crochet for change of pace from knitting. I prefer the version with more pronounced ribbing. Looks nice in even the most inexpensive cotton yarn. Result is a thicker, more substantial cloth – well suited for dishes. (Shown in a worsted weight dishcloth cotton.)
Wedding Washcloths by Purl Soho
Love this seed stitch bordered one. Has a sophisticated look. I think it is best done in a smoother, higher end yarn or a mercerized cotton. (Shown in mercerized cotton.)
Fun to do a different shape! (Shown in a worsted weight dishcloth cotton.)
Shown in the pattern with a contrast stripe for a vintage cloth look. I prefer to do it in a solid color yarn. (Shown in mercerized cotton.)
I adapted this pattern from a baby burp cloth to a washcloth size. It appears in the book Mason-Dixon Knitting. Love the slip-stitch pattern. I’ve done a few of these! (Shown in KnitPicks CotLin yarn. Love this yarn! Cotton and linen blend.)
Anyone have any other go-to washcloth or dishcloth patterns? Love to get some more ideas!
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Laura, thank you for including the waffle knit dishcloth pattern!
Deb
You are welcome! It’s funny; I wrote this post years ago and thanks to Pinterest it has a new life! Thanks for the great pattern!
Hi! How can I get the pattern for the seed stitch border washcloth? I got all excited because it looks like I could do it but when I got here only pics…thanx
Link was right above the photo: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/wedding-washcloths 🙂 Enjoy!
Can’t find the pattern for the baby genius burp cloth. On ravelry it says its from a book, how do I ger it? Thanks for all these, they are lovely!
I got the book from my public library. You might try there! They haven’t published the pattern separately from the book that I know of. Here’s a link to the book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Mason-Dixon-Knitting-Knitters-Patterns-Questions/dp/0307586456/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1464804274&sr=8-1&keywords=mason+dixon+knitting
Hope that helps!
Is there a free pattern for the baby genius burp cloth . I clicked on the name above the picture but it takes me somewhere else. I would love to knit this.
The link is to the project on Ravelry. The pattern is in the book listed on Ravelry page. You might try your public library to get a copy of the book. It is a great looking pattern!
I like making washcloths and dishcloths for the very same reasons but mostly because sometimes all I want to do is knit and not think! I have a board on Pinterest dedicated to washcloth, dishcloth and tea towel patterns. Check it out: https://www.pinterest.com/imsophiatoo/dishcloths-washcloths-towels/
Thanks for the great post!
A novice knitter, I appreciate these patterns, thank you.
You are most welcome!
My new favorite is ‘Sunny Days’ which is also a free Knit Picks download.
That is nice! Love the texture! Here’s a link for everyone: http://www.knitpicks.com/patterns/Sunny_Days_Dishcloth__D55845220.html
Really like the different styles of dishcloths
Can I please get the knitting pattern . I am n beginner
There are links to all the patterns above each photo. Hope that helps!
Love the patterns you chose – I want to make them all !!!!
So glad! I enjoyed them all!
I want to knit these wonderful patterns but i can not find the instructins pls advice
The blue title above each photo is a link to the pattern. Happy knitting!
Where are the patterns?
The title above each photo is a link. Enjoy!
Where’s the patterns at.
The title of each pattern is a link. Happy knitting!
The seed stitch border washcloth pattern is NOT THE LINK above the picture. Please help !!
It is a link to the pattern on Ravelry. I just checked it and it came up correctly for me. Here is a direct link to the pattern. Hope that works better for you! https://www.purlsoho.com/create/2008/05/12/whits-knits-wedding-washcloths/