Description
About This Pattern
Seed stitch washcloths are a practical, beginner-friendly project that teaches texture with a simple knit-and-purl repeat. Knit flat in rows, this pattern produces a soft, bumpy fabric that works well for face washing, dishes, and everyday cleanup.
This PDF includes three sizes: a small face scrubby, a standard washcloth, and a full hand towel.
Clear, step-by-step instructions guide you through casting on, working seed stitch, binding off, and finishing so you can complete each size with confidence.
This pattern also works well for knitters who want a soothing, repeatable project that produces useful results.
What You’ll Learn
- How to work seed stitch (a simple knit-and-purl texture)
- How to maintain even tension while alternating stitches
- How to keep clean edges while knitting flat
- Basic finishing techniques
These skills transfer directly to textured scarves, blankets, and other stitch-pattern projects.
Skill Level
Beginner-friendly.
You should be comfortable with, or ready to learn:
- Casting on
- The knit stitch
- The purl stitch
- Turning your work
- Binding off in pattern
- Weaving in loose ends
Materials (Summary)
- Yarn weight: Worsted (Category 4)
- Fiber: 100% cotton recommended
- Needles: US No 7 (4.5 mm) (or size needed to obtain gauge)
- Notions: Tapestry needle, scissors
Size & Finish
This PDF includes instructions for three sizes:
- Face scrubby
- Washcloth
- Hand towel
Care Instructions
Finished washcloths made with recommended materials are machine washable. For best results, wash on a gentle cycle in cold water and lay flat to dry (or tumble dry on low heat).
Format & Download
This listing is for a digital PDF knitting pattern.
- Instant download after purchase
- Printable format (US Letter 8.5 x 11)
- No physical item will be mailed
Quick Summary
- Seed stitch washcloth pattern in three sizes
- Beginner-friendly knit-and-purl texture
- Worsted-weight cotton recommended
- Instant PDF download
Knit this pattern to practice knit-and-purl rhythm, build even tension in a textured stitch, and create useful handmade cloths you will reach for every day.
Prefer to read the instructions online first?
The complete seed stitch washcloth pattern is available here:
Free Seed Stitch Washcloth Pattern.
This PDF contains the same pattern in a clean, printable format for offline use and long-term reference. It also includes all three sizes in one place.
If you have any trouble with your order, please email purlsandpixels@gmail.com.
This pattern is for personal use, gifting, and charitable donation of completed items. You may also sell handmade items created using this pattern. Do not copy this pattern and distribute it. If you’d like to share the pattern, refer your friends to my website, purlsandpixels.com/shop/, so they may obtain a copy.
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