Ridged Rib Knit Dishcloth Easy Knitting Pattern
The textured ridges of this stitch pattern are perfect for a dishcloth. It’s an easy knitting pattern that’s also reversible.
The simple combination of knits and purls in a 4 row repeat make this ridged rib stitch that’s great for scrubbing. And while you may not enjoy cleaning with it, you will enjoy knitting it!
The classic rib stitch is broken up with a couple rows of garter stitch. I’ve included 4 sizes and plus a border around the textured center in this free pattern.
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A smaller project like a dishcloth or washcloth pattern doesn’t take much yarn. It’s a great way to use up small amounts of leftover yarn.
However, it is important to use cotton yarn! I prefer the 100% cotton yarns but the cotton blend is a great yarn for dishcloths too.
Dishcloths are quick projects that are a great way to try new skills. New knitters will love these easy knitting patterns.
Materials
- 36 – 145 yds of #4 medium worsted weight cotton yarn, I use Dishie Yarn here.
- 5mm US Size 8 knitting needles or needle size to meet gauge.
- Yarn needle, scissors, measuring tape
Yarn By Size
6” = 37 yds
8” = 71 yds
10” = 100 yds
12” = 145 yds
Skill Level
Easy
Stitches / Abbreviations
US Terms
BO – bind off
CO – Cast On
K – knit stitch
P – purl stitch
rep – repeat
rnd – round
st (s) – stitch (es)
FREE KNITTING PATTERNS
These simple patterns feature this beautiful stitch. It’s a great rib stitch pattern for wearables. Find your next new project here!
- The Alba Scarflette is knit bottom up with simple increases in this rib stitch pattern.
- Everyone loves a chunky knit hat like the Alba also knit in this ribbing pattern.
- Learn more basic rib stitches like 1 x 1 or 2 x 2 ribbing here.
- My knit dishcloth patterns are some of my most popular patterns.
Video Tutorial
Knit this lovely textured dishcloth with me in the video tutorial!
How to Knit Ridged Dishcloth
Learn how to knit this easy dishcloth. The simple texture is knit in a 4 row repeat.
Materials
- #4 medium worsted weight cotton yarn, I use Dishie Yarn here.
Tools
- 5mm US Size 8 knitting needles or needle size to meet gauge.
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
Instructions
- Cast on
- 29 = 6”
37 = 8”
47 = 10”
57 = 12” - Or an odd number of stitches. You can use any cast on method.
Bordered
- Rows 1 - 2. K all.
- Rows 3 - 4. K all.
- Row 5. K3, P1, *{K1, P1} rep from* to the last 3 sts at the end of the row, K3.
- Row 6. K4, *{P1, K1} rep from * to the last 3 sts, K3, you'll have 4 knits together.
- Rep Rows 3 - 6 until half an inch before your desired length (5.5", 7.5", 9.5", 11.5").
- Then knit the last two rows.
- BO. To add a hanging loop you can use a knitted cast on here, check out the full tutorial for all the details.
- Cut yarn and weave in ends.
Borderless
- Row 1. K all.
Row 2. K all.
Row 3. P1, *{K1, P1} rep from* to the end of the row.
Row 4. K1, *{P1, K1} rep from * to the end. - Rep Rows 1 - 4 until you reach your desired length (6", 8", 10", 12")
- BO. To add a hanging loop you can use a knitted cast on here, check out the full tutorial for all the details.
- Cut yarn and weave in ends.
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