Three More Reversible Cloths

Three More Reversible Cloths by Louisa Noble

Overview: This downloadable knitting pattern collection features three practical and beautiful reversible cloths designed by Louisa Noble. Each cloth is fully reversible, meaning the pattern appears on both sides with no wrong side to your work. These versatile pieces can be used as dishcloths, table mats, potholders, washcloths for bathrooms, or guest room linens. The finished cloths measure approximately 20cm or 8 inches square.

Materials and Yarn Requirements

Each cloth requires 30 grams of 100% cotton DK weight yarn for best results. Cotton yarn is recommended because it produces soft, absorbent, and long-lasting cloths ideal for kitchen and bathroom use. The pattern calls for three different needle sizes to accommodate the various stitch patterns across the three designs:

• UK size 8 / US size 6 / 4mm needles
• UK size 9 / US size 5 / 3.75mm needles
• UK size 6 / US size 8 / 5mm needles

Craft and Difficulty Level

This is an intermediate-level knitting project suitable for knitters with some experience beyond basic techniques. The reversible construction requires understanding of pattern integration and stitch manipulation to ensure both sides of the cloth display the design equally.

Tumbling Blocks Cloth

The first design in the collection is the Tumbling Blocks Cloth. This cloth is worked using UK size 8 / US size 6 / 4mm needles and begins with casting on 54 stitches. The construction starts with 2 rows of garter stitch (knitting every row) to create a stable edge. The main pattern then commences with a combination of knit and purl stitches arranged to create the tumbling blocks visual effect. The pattern repeat includes sequences such as alternating purl and knit stitches with varying stitch counts per row, creating the three-dimensional appearance characteristic of tumbling block designs. This reversible technique ensures the pattern is visible and balanced on both sides of the finished cloth.

Stitches used in this design include:

• Garter stitch (gst) – knitting every row for edges and texture
• Knit stitch (K)
• Purl stitch (P)
• Pattern repeats combining knit and purl sequences

General Reversible Cloth Techniques

The reversible cloth technique used throughout this pattern collection relies on strategic placement of knit and purl stitches to create patterns that read the same from both sides of the fabric. This approach eliminates the need to work separate sides or manage yarn floats, making the cloths practical for everyday use without hidden or less-finished areas. The DK weight yarn combined with appropriate needle sizing creates a fabric with good structure and drape suitable for both decorative display and functional kitchen and bathroom use.