A Quick & Practical Knit for Your Sustainable Kitchen ✨

Free Knitting Pattern by Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels

Looking for an eco-friendly and beginner-friendly knitting project? This double-thick cotton washcloth pattern is perfect for creating durable, reusable kitchen essentials in no time. With simple stitches and two strands of cotton yarn, you can make a full-sized washcloth or a mini 3-inch scrubby for smaller cleaning tasks.

Whether you’re crafting for your home or gifting handmade items, this pattern is practical, sustainable, and oh-so-satisfying to knit.

Why Two Strands Are Better Than One

Using two strands of cotton yarn held together makes your washcloth thicker, sturdier, and perfect for heavy-duty tasks. Whether you’re wiping counters, scrubbing dishes, or tackling tough spots, this quick-knit washcloth is ready for action. And if you’re short on time, the mini 3-inch scrubby version offers the same durability in a smaller size that’s great for pots, pans, or even exfoliating!

Double-Thick Cotton Washcloth Pattern

This project is ideal for beginners and experienced knitters alike! For this easy project, you only need to know how to:

• Cast on
• Turn your work
• Knit stitch (garter stitch)
• Bind off
• Weave in loose ends
• Plus, hold two strands of yarn together as if they were one:

Materials

Knitting Needles

Long Circular Needles

• 36-inch (91 cm) long US No. 9 (5.5 mm) circular needle (or size needed to obtain gauge)

Or Straight Needles

• 9-inch (23 cm) long US No. 9 (5.5 mm) straight needles (or size needed to obtain gauge)

Yarn

Two 95-yard (2–ounce) skeins of cotton worsted weight yarn* (shown in Lily Sugar ‘n Cream 100% Cotton Yarn), in your choice of color).

• Mini Scrubby size uses about 47 yards (0.4 oz.)
• Washcloth size uses about 95 yards (2 oz.)

*Weights estimated with Lily Sugar ‘n Cream 100% Cotton Yarn; other yarn weights may vary.

Notions

• Darning needle
• Scissors
• Measuring tape

Gauge

10 stitches x 18 rows = 4 x 4 inches in stockinette stitch on No. 9 (5.5 mm) needles. (Learn how to check your gauge here.)

Abbreviations

k = knit

Instructions: Mini Scrubby Size Double-Thick Cotton Washcloth Pattern

(3 inches x 3 inches or desired length)

Instructions: Hold two strands of yarn together as if they were one. Use the long tail cast on. Knit flat, turning after each row.

Row 1: With two strands held together, cast on 10 stitches. (10 stitches) Turn.

Rows 2 – 19: K 10. (10 stitches) Turn. [Work should measure approximately 3 inches at this point.]

Row 20: Bind off loosely.

Cut yarn, leaving an 8-inch (20.32-cm) tail, and pull through. Weave in ends. Block if desired.

Instructions: Double-Thick Cotton Washcloth Pattern

(8 inches x 8 inches or desired length)

Instructions: Hold two strands of yarn together as if they were one. Use the long tail cast on. Knit flat, turning after each row.

Row 1: With two strands held together, cast on 28 stitches. (28 stitches) Turn.

Rows 2 – 53: K 28. (28 stitches) Turn. [Work should measure approximately 8 inches at this point.]

Row 54: Bind off loosely.

Cut yarn, leaving an 8-inch (20.32-cm) tail, and pull through. Weave in ends. Block if desired.

Tips for Success

• Knit with care: Take care to knit both strands of yarn together; it’s easy to accidentally grab only one strand.
• Create sets: Make multiples at once to create a matching set for your kitchen or as gifts.
• Get creative: Try different cotton yarn colors for a personalized touch.
• Use leftovers: Use leftover yarn to make the mini 3-inch scrubby version!

Print the Free Beginner Face Scrubby Knitting Pattern

Printable Beginner Face Scrubby pattern PDF by Liz @PurlsAndPixels

Why This Project Works

• Quick Knit: Finish the full-size washcloth in just one sitting. I made mine while watching a movie!
• Versatile: Whether for cleaning, gifting, or adding a touch of luxury to your skincare routine, this washcloth does it all.
• Eco-Friendly: Reusable and perfect for reducing waste. No more reaching for paper towels!
• Beginner-Friendly: Simple, approachable techniques ensure success while delivering a professional-looking result.

©2025, Liz Chandler of PurlsAndPixels.

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 so they may obtain a copy.

If you find any errors or have any questions, email purlsandpixels@gmail.com and I will do my best to help.

I’d love to see your finished work! Tag your photos with @PurlsAndPixels on Twitter or Instagram.

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by Liz Chandler @PurlsandPixels

Use this Ribbed Chunky Hat Free Knitting Pattern to make warm hats for everyone! Whip up this cozy, one-size-fits most hat in no time flat! Made with super bulky weight yarn, and large knitting needles, this is the quickest ribbed-hat pattern. A knit, purl rib pattern gives texture without having to work complex stitches. Round out the top of the hat with a subtle swirled star made by knitting two stitches together. Though pictured here in Hometown by Lion Brand Yarn, you can make this hat with nearly any super bulky weight yarn; Malabrigo Rasta Works well, also.

Adults and teens will wear this hat as a beanie. Most babies and children will need to fold the brim up, but they will all look adorable in their cozy new hats.

How this Ribbed Chunky Hat Free Knitting Pattern is Made

This hat is knit seamlessly in the round.

You will need to know how to:

• cast on,
• knit in the round,
• make a knit stitch,
• make a purl stitch,
• draw yarn tightly through remaining stitches,
• weave in loose ends on hat tops, and
• weave in the cast on tail for a round project.

Materials

Yarn

One 81-yard (5 ounce) skein of worsted super bulky weight yarn* in your choice of color (shown in Hometown by Lion Brand Yarn “Madison Mustard”).

• One hat uses approximately 48.6 yards (3 oz.)

*Weights estimated with Hometown by Lion Brand yarn; other yarn weights may vary. Weight does not include gauge swatch.

Needles

Short Circular Needles
• 16-inch (41cm) long US No. 13 (9.0 mm) circular needle (or size needed to obtain gauge)

And Double Point Needles (DPNs)
• 7-inch (18 cm) long US No. 13 (9.0 mm) DPNs (or size needed to obtain gauge)
Or Long Circular Needles
• 36-inch (91 cm) long US No. 13 (9.0 mm) circular needle (or size needed to obtain gauge)

Notions

Darning needle (for weaving in loose ends)

Ribbed Chunky Hat Free Knitting Pattern

(One Size Fits Most)

Use the Long-Tail Cast On method. Knit in the round. For Double Point Needles, follow DPN instructions written in italics. For circular needles, follow instructions written in bold. On long circular needles, follow the Magic Loop instructions. Or, for this size, you can substitute short (16-inch) circular needles to knit in the round without the Magic Loop; you will need to switch to DPNs or the Magic Loop to complete the decreases at the top of the hat. If desired, use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning/ends of your rows/rounds by placing it between the last and first stitch of each row/round.

[Using No. 13 DPNs or long circular needles or short circular needles] Row 1: Cast on 40 stitches. Divide onto 3 DPNs (14 on 1^st, 12 on 2^nd, and 14 on 3^rd DPN). Or separate stitches on long circular needles for Magic Loop (20 on each side). Or place all cast on stitches onto short circular needles. (40 stitches)

Row 2: Join the round (taking care not to twist stitches) and *k, p* x 20. (40 stitches)

Rows 3 – 21: *k, p* x 20. (40 stitches) {Work should measure 6.5 inches (14 cm) at this point.}

{Begin decreases.} [Begin decreases] Row 22: *(*k, p* x 3), k2tog* x 5 (35 stitches).

[Switch to No. 13 DPNs or long circular needles] Row 23: *(*k, p* x 2), k 1, k2tog* x 5 (30 stitches).

Row 24: *(*k, p* x 2), k2tog* x 5 (25 stitches).

Row 25: *k, p, k, k2tog* x 5 (20 stitches).

Row 26: *k, p, k2tog* x 5 (15 stitches).

Row 27: *k, k2tog* x 5 (10 stitches).

Cut yarn, leaving an 8-inch (20.32-cm) tail. With a darning needle, draw yarn tightly through remaining 10 stitches. Weave in ends. Block if desired.

Printable Ribbed Chunky Hat Knitting Pattern PDF by Liz @PurlsAndPixels

Size Notes

This Ribbed Chunky Hat Knitting Pattern will create a one-size fits most beanie hat. If it is too big, fold the brim up and it should fit nicely.

Care

If you use the materials called for in the Ribbed Chunky Hat Free Knitting Pattern, your final product will be machine washable. To keep your hat looking its best, hand wash or machine wash separately on delicate cycle in cold water. You may tumble dry on low heat or lay flat to dry.

©2024, Liz Chandler of PurlsAndPixels.

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 so they may obtain a copy.

If you find any errors or have any questions, email purlsandpixels@gmail.com and I will do my best to help.

I’d love to see your finished work! Tag your photos with @PurlsAndPixels on Twitter or Instagram.

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Hello, friends! Halloween is right around the corner (this week!), and my son has just decided on his costume: he’s going as Harry Potter! Since we’re short on time, I won’t be able to knit the traditional Hogwarts house scarf without adding a bit of creative flair. Instead of the typical scarf, I’ll be making one inspired by my old college colors, maroon and gold. Fun fact: I had a similar school colors scarf back in the day!

This version will still fit his costume perfectly, and the pattern works great with any color combination. If you’d like, choose your favorite house colors and knit along with me as I race to finish this fluffy, chunky scarf before the Halloween deadline. (Better photos to come once it’s done!)

Post-Halloween Update

I did it! It came right down to the wire, as far as time goes. I was tying up loose ends at 5 o’clock on Halloween evening, but I got it done! My son’s scarf turned out amazing. He got lots of compliments and everyone knew who he was trying to parody. Here is a little video of the trick-or-treat fun:

How this Chunky Striped School Colors Scarf is Made

This scarf is knit flat, turning after each row.

You will need to know how to:

• cast on,
• turn your work,
• make a knit stitch,
• bind off, and
• weave in loose ends on flat knits.

Materials

Two 129-yard (8 ounce) skeins of super bulky weight (No. 6) yarn* for your main color and (shown in “Tampa Spice” Hometown Super Bulky Yarn by Lion Brand)

One 129-yard (8 ounce) skein of super bulky weight (No. 6) yarn* for your secondary color (shown in “Madison Mustard” Hometown Super Bulky Yarn by Lion Brand)

• A 6-foot scarf uses about 258 yards (16 oz.) of Color 1 and 129 yards (8 oz.) of Color 2

Needles

US No. 13/9.0 mm straight knitting needles or 16-inch circular needles

Notions

Darning needle (for weaving in loose ends)

Gauge

12 stitches x 15 rows = 4 x 4 inches in Stockinette Stitch on No. 13 (9.0 mm) needles

School Colors Scarf Free Knitting Pattern

Instructions: Use the long tail cast on. Knit flat, turning after each row.

[With Color 1] Row 1: Cast on 22 stitches. (22 stitches) Turn.

Rows 2 – 24: k 22. (22 stitches). Turn.

[With Color 2] Rows 25 – 28: k 22. (22 stitches). Turn.

[With Color 1] Rows 29 – 34: k 22. (22 stitches). Turn.

[With Color 2] Rows 35 – 38: k 22. (22 stitches). Turn.

[With Color 1] Rows 39 – 58: k 22. (22 stitches). Turn.

Rows 59 – 264: Repeat Rows 25 – 58 x 8 or until scarf measures approximately 5 inches shorter than your desired length.

[With Color 1] 265 – 287: k 22. (22 stitches). Turn.

Row 289: Bind off loosely.

Cut yarn, leaving an 8-inch (20.32-cm) tail, and pull through. Weave in ends. Block if desired.

Printable School Colors Scarf knitting pattern PDF by Liz @PurlsAndPixels

Size Notes

This School Colors Scarf will be a 9-inch by 72-inch rectangle. You can make it shorter or longer if you wish; just add or remove repeats in rows 59-264.

Care

If you use the materials called for in the School Colors Scarf Free Knitting Pattern, your final product will be machine washable. To keep your scarf looking its best, hand wash or machine wash separately on delicate cycle in cold water. You may tumble dry on low heat or lay flat to dry.

©2024, Liz Chandler of PurlsAndPixels.

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 so they may obtain a copy.

If you find any errors or have any questions, email purlsandpixels@gmail.com and I will do my best to help.

I’d love to see your finished work! Tag your photos with @PurlsAndPixels on Twitter or Instagram.