Nr. 19 Roses 65 stitches

Nr. 19 Roses 65 Stitches Dishcloth by Lotte Vilstrup Nielsen

What is Being Made

Nr. 19 Roses 65 stitches is a beginner-friendly knitted dishcloth designed by Lotte Vilstrup Nielsen. This downloadable PDF pattern creates a practical kitchen textile measuring 25 by 23 centimeters, featuring a decorative rose motif created through strategic knit and purl stitching. The finished dishcloth is made from 100% cotton yarn, making it absorbent and durable for everyday kitchen use.

Techniques Used

This pattern employs fundamental knitting techniques suitable for beginners. The primary techniques include:

• Cast on – The foundation method for creating the initial 65 stitches on the needles
• Knit stitch – The basic right knitting stitch used throughout the pattern
• Purl stitch – The reverse knit stitch that creates texture and visual contrast
• Slip stitch – Applied purl wise at the beginning of every row with yarn positioned at the back of work to create neat, finished edges

The pattern uses a combination of knit and purl stitches in alternating rows to build the decorative rose design. The rose motif emerges from the contrast between knitted and purled sections, with the pattern repeating specific stitch sequences to form the floral detail.

Stitches Used

The Nr. 19 Roses pattern uses only two fundamental stitches:

• Knit (k) – Creates the raised, smooth texture
• Purl (p) – Creates the recessed, textured surface that contrasts with knit stitches

The pattern begins with a ribbed border created by alternating knit and purl stitches in the sequence (k1, p1, k1, p1) across each row. This ribbed edging provides structure and prevents curling. The rose design is then worked using strategic placement of knit and purl stitches in the central area of the cloth, with the border pattern maintained throughout for consistency and durability.

Materials

Yarn: The pattern requires 100% cotton yarn in a 4-ply weight. One ball of 50 grams provides 186 yards (170 meters), which is sufficient to complete the entire dishcloth. Cotton yarn is ideal for dishcloths due to its absorbency, durability, and ability to withstand frequent washing and use in kitchen environments. The pattern accommodates any color choice, allowing for personalization and coordination with kitchen décor.

Needles: A 30-centimeter (12-inch) straight knitting needle in size 3.25 millimeters (U.S. size 3) is required. This needle size is appropriate for 4-ply yarn and creates a fabric with good structure suitable for kitchen use.