Knitted Dandelion Dishcloth

The Knitted Dandelion Dishcloth is a charming addition to any kitchen, bringing a touch of whimsy and practicality to your daily routine. Crafted with care and attention to detail, this delightful dishcloth not only brightens up your dishes but also adds a lovely handmade touch to your home. Its soft texture makes it gentle on dishes, yet durable enough to withstand daily use. Whether you're drying a coffee mug or wiping down the countertops, this knitted dandelion dishcloth will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen. Its unique design adds a pop of color and personality, making even the most mundane tasks a bit more enjoyable. Say goodbye to boring dishcloths and hello to this enchanting knitted creation – your kitchen will thank you!

Material used

• Yarn: Lily Sugar 'n Cream. Natural, soft, absorbent 100% U.S.A. grown cotton
• Needle Size: 4.5mm.

Techniques used

- K, P: Knit, purl.

- P2tog: Purl 2 stitches together.

How to make Dandelion

Insert right-hand needle into the third stitch down from the second stitch on left needle (this space forms the centre of the flower) and draw through a loop, leave loop on right-hand needle and knit 2, make second loop into same stitch, knit 2, make third loop into same stitch.

Pattern:

Cast on 39 stitches (using crochet cast on if you would like it to match the bind off edge).

Knit 6 rows garter stitch.

Knit 2 rows stockinette stitch.

DANDELION PATTERN

Row 1 (RS): K39.

Row 2 (WS): K3, p33, k3.

Row 3: K39.

Row 4: K3, p33, k3.

Row 5: K6, dandelion, *k4, dandelion; rep from * to last 5 sts, k5.

Row 6: K3, p2, (p2tog, p1) twice, p2tog, *p3, (p2tog, p1) twice, p2tog; rep from * to last 5 sts, p2, k3.

Rows 7-10: Rep rows 1-4.

Row 11: K10, *dandelion, k4; rep from * to last 5 st, k5.

Row 12: K3, p6, *(p2tog, p1) twice, p2tog, p3; rep from * to last 6 sts, p3, k3.

Repeat rows 1-12 for pattern desired length.

Then knit 2 rows stockinette stitch, knit 6 rows garter stitch.

Bind off.