This one and one more knit angel dishcloth to go. Then a series of butterfly dishcloths and then a little variety again. I’m trying to get these posts knocked out back to back to back so that we can get onto some projects that I haven’t done before. LOL At least when I get into the series of posts where I make like a bajillion flower newsboy hats they are different color combinations. This current series of dishcloths I made all identical so that everyone received the same exact gift sets.
I wish I had started this stitching journal years ago so that I could post as I went. Thankfully I at least kept track on Ravelry a little bit, but that site only tracks knit and crochet projects. Like I have shared on here before, I also love to cross-stitch so I wanted to journal all my stitching creations in one location. Consequently, starting this website seemed like the best way to do that. However, it did require that I go back quite a few years to get everything all together, which is the journey you are with me on right now. 🙂
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Knit Angel Dishcloth Pattern Info:
The pattern that I used to base this project off of was:
Angel of Welcome by Susan Mrenna
Once again, as I’ve said the first few times I posted about this project…this is a great pattern to tackle for any new knitter to gain a little extra practice with those knits and purls. Even more, the added bonus to honing those skills is that the knit and purl combinations create a great texture. Of course this naturally results in a great dishcloth!
Additionally, I also have two dishcloth patterns that are available for free on this website: Simple Seed Stitch Dishcloth Pattern and my Moss Stitch Dishcloth pattern. If you scroll to the end of either of those links you will see an option to download the PDF file.
Small projects are the best kind to tackle when wanting to learn a new stitch and/or new technique. People will just be using it to clean things up. Even more, perfect stitches and gauge aren’t really essential to a wonderful finished project.
Fun Tools:
Next check out some great tools to aid in working this pattern. A chart keeper, which you can find at We Crochet and/or Knit Picks, is so handy. The chart keeper helps you follow along these patterns that use charts to keep your place more easily. Additonally, I’ll also include a link for a knit graph paper notebook. You can purchase this item if you choose to try and tackle designing and creating your own charts for projects. It’s a lot easier than you think. 😉
Yarn Used for this Knit Angel Dishcloth:
Without a doubt, I love cotton yarns to work dishcloths. I generally choose 100% cotton and size 4/worsted weight to stitch them. Substitute to your own preferences, though. Indeed, you need to love your finished work.
Knit Picks has 4 variations of their Dishie yarn (pictured below). Click on the link in the picture to check each one out. This is one of my favorite brands to use.
Another kind of cotton yarn that would be good to try is the 24/7 Cotton yarn by the very reputable Lion Brand company. You know them for all the other wonderful yarns they sell. They are worth checking out for their cotton yarn as well.
And last, but certainly not least, the age old Lily’s Sugar N’ Cream yarn. In fact, this is what I used to originally design this pattern. Check out the link below for Create For Less for one buying option. However, it’s not a direct link to the Sugar N’ Cream yarn. That site is GINORMOUS, but it’s very easy to find. Just type in Sugar N Cream or even just cotton yarn into the search bar and it will bring it right up. Check that link out below:
Needles and Tools:
This would also be where I would purchase my favorite needles. I started knitting in 2012 and researched extensively at the time which were the best needles to buy. Knit Picks topped the chart in so many categories that I decided to give them a try. Honestly, I haven’t regretted it yet. In fact I would buy them again today if given the choice. If you are unsure of what you should purchase, I definitely recommend you do your own research. And read the reviews!! You will be making an investment in your craft so you want to be sure you’ll be happy with them for a long time to come.
Check out the link below to see what the Knit Picks needles are all about. I highly recommend them being included in your research. I’m also including a few links on Amazon for some interchangeable sets that come with excellent reviews. Interchangeable is the one of the most economical ways to get started in knitting. They are versatile and can be used for just about any knitting project. In fact, you can even knit in the round if you learn the magic loop!!
Need More Help?
That should be about all you need if you want to try this one out. If you feel like you might need a little extra assistance, check out the links below for Annie’s and Craftsy. Honestly, both are great options for taking online classes. I take online classes often to improve and advance my skills. You can always learn something new!
If you have any questions about the information in this post please just leave me a comment.
Happy Stitching!
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~Mindy~
