Granite Stitch Knit Dishcloth

I really enjoy making my own dishcloths and washcloths. They are thicker and hold up better than the store bought ones, and I can choose the colors and patterns. Dishcloth and washcloths are also fun and quick ways to learn a new pattern and try out a new stitch, plus they make great gifts and items to sell at craft events.

Today I want to share with you an easy, but fun granite stitch dishcloth pattern. I’ve included a video tutorial from New Stitch a Day. Be sure to sign up for their daily emails which teach you knitting and crochet stitches. I have learned a lot of stitches and techniques from Johnny, and he’s a great teacher. So, on to the pattern!

Right side

Wrong side

You will need a skein of cotton or cotton/polyester yarn and a pair of knitting needles. I’ve used Premier Home cotton/polyester yarn in Grape Splash and a pair of size 10 (6mm) knitting needles. (You can use any size needles you want, but be aware the size will affect the gauge of the pattern.)

Gauge: 24 stitches and 20 rows equal 4 inches in pattern. Dishcloth measures about 7 inches wide and 7 1/2 inches tall when completed. 

Stitches

Knit – k

Purl – p

Slip Purlwise – insert the right needle into the stitch on the left needle as if to purl and slip it onto the right needle

Knit 2 together – k2tog (insert the right needle under 2 stitches on the left needle and knit both of them together)

Knit 1 Purl 1 in the same stitch – knit 1 stitch but leave it on the left needle, pull the stitch out a bit and bring the yarn to the front, and then purl the same stitch and slip it onto the right needle.

Knit stitch and leave it on the left needle.

Pull yarn forward, purl stitch, and slip it onto the right needle.

Notes: By slipping the first stitch of every row purlwise and purling the last stitch you create a pretty edge which won’t curl and creates a very nice edging effect. 

The pattern is knitting in cast on sets of 2 plus 6. For this pattern I’ve cast on 30.

Row 1: k

Row 2: sl 1 purlwise, k to last st, p1

Row 3: sl 1 purlwise, k to last st, p1

Row 4: sl 1 purlwise, k to last st, p1

Row 5: sl 1 purlwise, k2 *k2tog* rep to last 3 sts, k2, p1

Row 6: sl 1 purlwise, k2 *(k1, p1) into the same st* rep to last 3 sts, k2, p1

Row 7: sl 1 purlwise, k2, p to last 3 sts, k2, p1 

Rows 8-23: Repeat Rows 4-7

Rows 24-26: sl1 purlwise, k to last st, p1

Bind off and weave in tails (you can crochet a ring before you fasten off the yarn if you like. Chain 10, turn the dishcloth, chain 1 and work 12 single crochet around the rind, slip stitch into the dishcloth and then fasten off and weave in the tails).

Here is a video tutorial from New Stitch a Day for the Granite Stitch.

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I hope you like this knitting pattern. With all my patterns feel free to sell any items you make with them, but please give me credit as the designer. If you'd like to share the pattern, please share the link to this blog, or the link from Ravelry.

I have made every effort to make this pattern error free, but if you find any errors, or have any questions please let me know in the comments. Plus please post some pics of the dishcloths you make, I'd love to see them! 

Until next time, thanks and take care!

Seed Stitch Dishcloth

I really like making my own dishcloths and washcloths. Not only are they fun and quick to crochet up, but I think they are much thicker and softer than store bought versions. You can also crochet them up in your favorite colors, and give them as thoughtful gifts.

Today I'm sharing a very easy pattern. I've used two colors, but you can just use one, or use as many as you like. The finished dishcloth measures about 7 inches wide and 6 1/2 inches long. The gauge is 20 stitches and 19 rows per four inches using a size G/4.25mm hook. The gauge really isn't that important for this pattern, and you can use a larger or smaller hook if you'd like a looser or tighter fabric.

Materials Needed

2 balls of cotton yarn; I used Premier Home yarn in Sunshine (Color A) and Orange (Color B)
Size US G/4.25mm crochet hook and a tapestry needle

Special Stitches

Single Crochet Foundation Chain: Chain 2, insert the hook into the first chain, yarn over and pull through. Yarn over and pull through the first loop on the hook. This creates the chain stitch you will need to begin the next stitch. Yarn over and pull through the 2 loops on the hook.

Begin the next stitch by inserting the hook under the 2 loops of the chain stitch you created with the first step of the last stitch. Yarn over and pull through the loop on the hook (I find it helpful to grab the chain stitch so I know exactly where to insert the hook for the next stitch), yarn over and pull through the last 2 loops on the hook.

Notes

As you work the pattern the double crochet stitches are worked into the single crochet stitches of the previous row, and the single crochet stitches are worked into the double crochet stitches of the previous row. You can make the dishcloth any width as long as your foundation chain is an even number of stitches. 

Pattern

With Color A crochet 20 single crochet foundation chains

Row 1: ch1 *dc into the next st, sc into the next st* rep across ending with a sc into the last st

Row 2; ch3 *sc into the next st, dc into the next st* rep across ending with a sc into the last st

Rows 3-10: Repeat Row 2, change to Color B at the end of Row 10, fasten off Color A

Rows 11-20: With Color B repeat Row 2, change to Color A at the end of Row 20, fasten off Color B

Rows 21-30: With Color A repeat Row 2, fasten off and weave in tails

Edging (Optional)

I didn't crochet an edging on this dishcloth, but if you want to add an edging turn your work at the end of Row 30 and chain 1. Single crochet across the top and work 3 sc into the corner. Single crochet evenly along the side and work 3 sc in the corner. Single crochet across the bottom, sc 3 into the corner and single crochet evenly along the side. When you reach the last corner work 2 sc into the corner and join in chain 1. 

You can now crochet another round of single crochet, or crochet a decorative edging if you'd like. 

That's it! Now you can enjoy your new dishcloth. Let me know in the comments if you have any questions or comments about this pattern. Have fun! 

Deal of the Day!

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Here is a pic of the Rainbow Ripple Baby Afghan from Raverly that I just completed made with this great yarn.

I used Premier Multi in Rainbow and Lily Sugar 'n Cream in Sunshine and white. The afghan is soft and the colors are really pretty. I have some in Valentine and I'm waiting for Fuschia and Off White to make another one. I'm making this for a dear friend's granddaughters so I want something they can keep for many years.

Check out the sale and let me know if you order any. Also share your projects on my Facebook group so we can all see your handy work. If you haven't liked my page yet, go there and show me some love. 

Until next time be blessed and be safe!