Waffle Stitch Knit Dishcloth Pattern
A free pattern for a waffle stitch knit dishcloth pattern. An optional crochet edging finishes this washcloth nicely.
I have had this little waffle stitch knit washcloth on my to-do list for too long. Once I sat down and started this little project, it was a very quick knit. Simple knit and purl stitches result in a reversible knit washcloth…and you know I love my reversible knits! The simple stitches also make this a great project for new knitters, looking for ways to stretch beyond stockinette.
And not for nothing, the waffle stitch results in a knit fabric that doesn’t curl!
Table of Contents
Materials Needed for two 11” by 11” Dishcloths
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- 1 skein worsted weight (4), 100% cotton yarn. I use Lily Sugar ’n Cream. 200 yards makes 2
- washcloths
- • Size US 6/UK 8/ 4.00mm knitting needles, or to fit the gauge
- • 3.75mm crochet hook (G6)
Stitches Used
• K – Knit
• P – Purl
• SC – Single Crochet
• CS – Crochet Chain Stitch
Instructions for Waffle Stitch Dish Cloth
Cast on 52 stitches ( a multiple of 3 plus 1)
• Row 1 *K1, P2, repeat from *, K1
• Row 2 P1, *K2, P1, repeat from *
• Row 3 K
• Row 4 P
• Repeat these four rows 18 times for an 11” by 11” dishcloth.
• Bind off. If you are adding a crochet edge in the same color, then don’t tie off after the last
stitch. Just slip your knitting needle out of the last stitch and slip your crochet hook in. If you
will be using a different color yarn for the edge, then tie off your yarn.
• While this is a reversible knit pattern, chose the side you want to be the right side. With the
right side facing you, go down about 1/2” from the corner on the side of the dishcloth to begin
adding the crochet edge using SC, working 4 stitches into each corner.
• If you are unfamiliar with adding crochet to knit projects, check out this post on adding a crochet edge to your knitted piece.
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If You Want to Gift Your Waffle Stitch Knit Washcloths
Pair your washcloths with bath salts, a lovely bar of soap, a tin of handmade hand balm, or a tube of handmade heel balm.
Looking for more knitted dishcloth patterns? I’ve got you covered!
- Hand Knit Washcloth
- Chinese Wave Washcloth
- Daisy Stitch Dishcloth
- Diagonal Basketweave Dishcloth
- Bridget Dishcloth
- Easy Garter Stitch
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Could you please explain the stitch repeats on Rows 1 and 2? There is no asterisk in the printed pattern above indicating what the repeats should be across the rows. Thank you.
Oh geez! I have fixed it, but it should be:
Row 1 *K1, P2, repeat from *, K1
Row 2 P1 *K2, P1, repeat from *
I’m sorry for the frustration, but thanks for catching and letting me know.
Real beginner here, how would I reduce the size to, say 8×8 or 9×9?
Thanks!
Good Morning, Laurie
Casting on 43 stitches should get you to a size between 8″ and 9″. Let me know if you have further questions!
Happy Knitting,
Lynn
Can this pattern be used with a softer yarn for washcloths or even a baby blanket? If I wanted to gift these as washcloths and not dishcloths can I use a softer yarn? Sugar n Cream yarn is a little stiffer. What yarn would you recommend for baby blanket?
Good MOrning Martha,
Of course you could! I have always loved Berroco Modern Cotton for my baby blankets. I prefer a cotton, which may be a a little stiffer than some of the blends. But I think when washed, the cottons do soften.