Easy Knit Washcloth craft project

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November 13, 2009

Easy Knit Washcloth craft project

Easy enough for the beginner, these washcloths knit fast! Make several to give as a gift; package them in a pretty glass candle holder, like we did, then add a bar of gourmet soap to make things extra special!

For each washcloth you will need

1 ball 100% cotton yarn
straight knitting needles size 8 (US)

Gauge: 6 stitches=1 inch, gauge is not important for this project
Finished size: 10.5 inches wide x 10 inches high

Cast on 46 stitches

Rows 1-8 Knit across (border).
Row 9 Knit 6 (border), Knit 2, Purl 2, 8 times. Knit 8 (border).
Row 10 Knit 6 (border), Knit 2, Purl 2, 8 times. Purl 6 (border).
Repeat rows 9-10 15 times, ending on a row 10.
Rows 26-34 Knit across (border).

Bind off all stitches in knit.

Click here to print a copy of these instructions;Download Craft pdf Template-Easy Knit Washcloth

Sources: 100% cotton yarn (85g / 3oz); Sugar 'n Cream by Lily

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