1042 Hydrangea - Face Cloth Knitting Pattern for Home in Valley Yarns Leverett

1042 Hydrangea Face Cloth Knitting Pattern by Julie Turjoman for Valley Yarns Leverett

The 1042 Hydrangea is a beautifully textured face cloth knitting pattern designed by Julie Turjoman, available as a downloadable PDF. Worked in a single size to finished measurements of 10 inches by 10¼ inches, this generously proportioned cloth is equally suited to morning skincare routines and evening make-up removal. An optional I-cord hanging loop worked into one corner adds a practical, polished finishing touch that keeps the cloth conveniently within reach.

Who This Pattern Is For

Rated Adventurous Beginner (also described in the pattern as a skill level suitable for less experienced knitters who want to reinforce basic skills and learn new ones), this project sits at the advanced beginner level. It is an excellent stepping stone for knitters who are comfortable with knit and purl stitches and are ready to explore lace and eyelet techniques in a small, low-stakes format. Because the finished cloth is compact, any mistakes are easy to spot and correct, making it a confidence-building project.

Construction and Techniques

The face cloth is worked flat (back and forth in rows) and constructed bottom-up in a single seamless piece, keeping finishing work minimal. The defining feature of the design is an allover Eyelet Stitch that covers the entire surface, giving the cloth its hydrangea-inspired, airy texture. The Eyelet Stitch is worked over a multiple of 10 stitches and 12 rows, creating a repeating motif that is rhythmic and satisfying to knit once established.

The optional I-cord loop is worked separately using double-pointed needles and attached at one corner, introducing knitters to a classic tubular cord technique that is widely useful across many knitting projects.

Stitches and Stitch Techniques Used

• Eyelet Stitch — the primary allover texture, combining yarn overs and decreases to form an open, lace-like fabric
• Yarnover (yo) — creates the open eyelets characteristic of lace knitting
• Central Double Decrease (CDD) — worked by slipping 2 stitches together knitwise, knitting 1, then passing the slipped stitches over; decreases 2 stitches at once and creates a neat, centered decrease that anchors each eyelet motif
• K1 through the back loop (k1 tbl) and P1 through the back loop (p1 tbl) — twisted stitches that add crisp definition and structure to the ribbed columns framing each eyelet repeat
• Knit and purl stitches — fundamental stitches used throughout, reinforcing core technique
• SSK (slip, slip, knit) — a standard left-leaning single decrease used in shaping
• I-cord — a small tubular cord knitted on double-pointed needles for the optional hanging loop
• Bind off and cast on — standard techniques for beginning and ending the piece

Yarn and Materials

The pattern calls for 1 ball of Valley Yarns Leverett, a DK to worsted weight yarn composed of 70% Pima Cotton and 30% Linen, sold in 50 g / 109-yard balls. The colorway shown is Waterfall/Silver. The cotton-linen blend is specifically well suited to face cloths: the Pima cotton provides softness against skin, while the linen content adds durability, breathability, and a crisp stitch definition that makes the eyelet texture pop. Linen fibers also become softer with repeated washing, meaning the cloth improves with use over time.

The recommended needle size is US size 4 (3.5 mm) straight or circular needles, plus US size 4 (3.5 mm) double-pointed needles for the optional I-cord loop. Additional materials include stitch markers and a tapestry needle for