Handmade cotton face cloths are a great project for any crafter to have on the go. Their repetitive pattern makes them perfect for beginners, providing a completed project rather than just test squares. These face cloths are not only compact and travel-friendly but also serve as exceptional gifts. Face cloths are an exceptional way to test out a new stitch in either knitting or crochet.
Morris & Sons presents a simple step-by-step pattern for knit and crochet face cloths, crafted in luxuriously soft Avalon 8ply. Pima cotton. From just two balls of yarn, create three beautifully finished cloths - an effortless project for crafters of every level, and a thoughtful handmade gift.
Knitted Cotton Face Cloth with Moss Stitch
Materials: 1 x 50g Morris and Sons Avalon 8 ply, 100% pima cotton
Needles: 4 mm knitting needles
Gauge: 4 Stitches and 6 rows to the inch.
Abbreviations: K – knit; P – Pearl;
Cast on 46 stitches
Row 1: Knit 1, *P2,K2* Repeat from * to * until last stitch. K last stitch.
Row 2: P1, *K2P2* Repeat from * to * until last stitch. P last stitch.
Row 3: K1, *K2P2* Repeat from *to* until last stitch. K last stitch.
Row 4: P1, *P2K2* Repeat from *to* until last stitch. P last stitch.
Repeat these 4 rows until your cloth reaches your desired length.
Bind off and weave in your ends.
Crochet Cotton Face Cloths
Materials: 1 x 50g Morris and Sons Avalon 8 ply, 100% pima cotton
Needles: 4.00mm crochet hook
Other: Tapestry Needle
Abbreviations: CH – chain; HTR – half treble;
BRITISH CROCHET TERMS USED THROUGHOUT.
2CH turning CH counts as 1HTR.
With 4.00mm crochet hook CH 40.
Row 1: 1HTR in 3rd CH from the hook, work 1HTR in each CH. (38 sts, includes turning ch)
Row 2: CH2, 1HTR in each stitch across.
Repeat row2 until you have worked a total of 25 rows. Do not fasten off.
LOOP
Make 20 CH.
Fasten off.
Fold down the crochet chain and fasten at the base of the chain to make a hanging loop.
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