Furballs' Simple Eyes 2

Furballs' Simple Eyes 2 Dishcloth

What is Being Made

Furballs' Simple Eyes 2 is a knitted dishcloth design created by Tomato68Evony. This intermediate-level project produces a finished dishcloth measuring 11 inches by 6 inches (28 cm by 15 cm) before blocking. The design features decorative eye motifs created through colorwork techniques, making it both functional and visually interesting for kitchen use.

Yarn and Materials

This pattern offers flexibility in yarn choice. Crafters can select either non-mercerized 100% cotton (requiring 1.1 oz. / 31.9 g, approximately 50.9 yards / 46.6 meters) or acrylic yarn (requiring 0.9 oz. / 25.3 g, approximately 42.2 yards / 38.6 meters). Both options are worked in worsted weight, making this an economical project that uses minimal yardage. Additional materials include circular or double-point knitting needles in size 3.50 mm / US 4, a 3.50 mm / US E crochet hook, scissors, and a yarn needle for finishing.

Knitting Techniques

The pattern employs several fundamental knitting techniques suitable for intermediate crafters. The construction begins with a magic ring cast on using the crochet hook, establishing six stitches that are then transferred to knitting needles for working in the round. The design incorporates colorwork elements, with instructions for adding a contrasting color yarn beginning at Round 21 to create the decorative eye border. Crafters follow either written knitting instructions or a provided knitting chart on page 4 of the pattern.

Stitches Used

The pattern utilizes essential knitting stitches and abbreviations including:

• Knit (k) – the fundamental knit stitch
• Purl (p) – creating textured surfaces
• Yarn over (yo) – generating decorative holes and lace elements
• Knit front and back (kfb) – an increase technique for shaping
• Broken rib stitch – the stitch pattern used for gauge measurement

Gauge and Sizing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 20 stitches by 32 rows over 4 inches by 4 inches (10 cm by 10 cm) in the broken rib stitch, measured before blocking. This gauge applies to both cotton and acrylic yarn options. Achieving proper gauge is essential for obtaining the intended finished dimensions of 11 inches by 6 inches.

Pattern Structure

The design is worked in rounds using circular or double-point needles, beginning from the magic ring foundation. The pattern progresses through at least 21 rounds, with colorwork elements introduced in the later rounds to create the distinctive eye design. The modular approach and straightforward construction make this an accessible intermediate project for knitters looking to practice colorwork and circular knitting techniques.