Stone Square

Spa Stone Square Dishcloth by Petra Christel Breakstone

What is Being Made

The Spa Stone is a versatile knitted square pattern designed by Petra Christel Breakstone. This 8" x 8.5" blocked square can be used in multiple ways: as a spa or washcloth for skincare, as a kitchen dishcloth for sparkling dishes, or collected in multiples to create a comfortable blanket for your home. The pattern is part of a larger series of square designs, allowing crafters to mix and match different stitch patterns across projects.

Techniques and Stitches Used

The Spa Stone employs a thoughtful combination of stitch patterns to create visual interest and texture. Varying stitch patterns are surrounded by garter stitches, which frame the design and provide structure. Garter stitch—created by knitting every row—forms the foundation and borders of this square, making it an ideal technique for beginners to practice while still achieving an attractive finished product.

The pattern is provided in both written and charted formats, giving knitters flexibility in how they prefer to follow instructions. This dual presentation method is particularly helpful for visual learners or those who enjoy working from charts.

Materials Required

Yarn: DK weight cotton yarn is used for this project. The pattern calls for Organic Cotton by Yarnz2go, which comes in 50g skeins containing 125 yards. Since only 62 yards are needed per square, one skein can create two Spa Stone squares, making this an economical project.

Needles and Notions: US size 4 (3.25 mm) knitting needles are required—these can be straight needles or short circular needles, depending on your preference. The pattern also calls for 4 stitch markers to help track pattern repeats and construction points.

Gauge and Specifications

The recommended gauge is 10 stitches and 16 rows in 2" of garter stitch. Crafters should count 8 ridges when measuring their gauge. The pattern begins with casting on 45 stitches and knitting 10 rows to establish the garter stitch base before moving into the varying stitch patterns.

Skill Level

This pattern is rated as Advanced Beginner difficulty, making it accessible to knitters who have mastered basic stitches and are ready to explore simple stitch combinations. The straightforward construction and use of garter stitch as the primary framing element make it an excellent stepping stone for developing knitting skills.