Knitted Flag Dishcloth

The Knitted Flag Dishcloth is a delightful and practical addition to any kitchen. With its charming design and sturdy craftsmanship, this dishcloth not only adds a touch of patriotism but also helps with everyday cleaning tasks. Made with love and care, this knitted dishcloth is sure to bring a smile to your face every time you use it. It's a small but impactful way to show off your national pride while keeping your kitchen sparkling clean.

Materials

• One (2 oz) ball of Lily Sugar n'Cream cotton.
• One pair No. 7 needles.

Tension

20 sts x 26 rows to 4 inches measured over stocking stitch on No 7 (4½mm) needles.

Size matters

The pattern as written should make a dishcloth about 10 inches square. My original in the picture is slightly smaller.

Instructions

With No. 7 needles, cast on 49 stitches

Work in garter stitch (every row knit) for 6 rows.

Commence pattern as follows:

[Note that each row begins and ends with K5 making a garter stitch border].

Row 1: K5, (K9, P1) 3 times, knit to end.

Row 2: K6, (P8, K2) 3 times, P8, K5

Row 3: K5, (K7, P3), 3 times, K8, P2, K5

Row 4: K8, (P6, K4) 3 times, P6, K5

Row 5: K5, (K5, P5), 3 times, K5, P4, K5

Row 6: K10, (P4, K6) 3 times, P4, K5

Row 7: K5, (K3, P7), 3 times, K3, P6, K5

Row 8: K12, (P2, K8) 3 times, P2, K5

Row 9: K5, (K1, P9), 3 times, K1, P8, K5

Row 10: knit across all sts.

These rows form one pattern.

Repeat the 10-row pattern 5 times more (6 times in all).

[Note that this is one more pattern in each dimension than shown in the photograph;

these instructions have a centre panel with 6x4 flag patterns].

Work 6 rows in garter stitch, then cast off all 49 sts.

Finishing - sew in all ends, and press lightly with a damp cloth.