I ❤️ you Dishcloth Knitting Pattern
Sometimes, the most beautiful things we can make are the ones that say exactly what’s in our hearts.
Whether you are looking to create a thoughtful Valentine’s gift, a personalized baby blanket, or a simple ‘just because’ dishcloth, this I ❤️ You block is designed to spread a little warmth. Using a combination of simple texture and classic motifs, this pattern is a celebration of handmade love.
As part of the 52SP Standard, this block is perfectly sized to mix and match with our Alphabet and Woodland collections. It’s a quick, rewarding project that turns a bit of yarn into a lasting message. Ready to cast on and share some love?
| Project Detail | Requirement |
| Skill Level | Beginner (only knits and purls) |
| Yarn Weight | DK or Worsted |
| Needle Size | 4mm / US 6 (and 4.5mm / US 7 for casting on and binding off stitches) |
| Finished Size | 8.5” x 8.5” (22 cm x 22 cm) |
Materials & Tools
- Yarn: approx. 70 yds (64 m) of DK weight yarn. Cotton is recommended for dishcloths; wool or acrylic blends work beautifully for blankets.
- Needles: 4 mm (US 6) straight needles (I suggest using 4.5 mm / US 7 needles specifically for casting on and binding off to keep your edges flexible).
- Tools: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends, scissors.
- Gauge: 21 sts x 28 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in stocking stitch.
You can change the yarn weight and needle size to obtain different sized blocks.
I ❤️ you Dishcloth or Blanket Square
Abbreviations
- CO: cast on
- RS: right side
- WS: wrong side
- st: stitch
- k: knit
- p: purl
The Pattern: General Instructions
💡 Prefer to knit off-line or away from the screen? You can purchase the ad-free, high-resolution printable PDF version of this pattern in the Oh La Lana! shop, or in my Etsy and Ravelry stores. It includes a clear, enlarged chart and row-by-row instructions, perfect for your project bag!
- Cast on sts
CO 43 sts with US 7 (4.5 mm) needles.
I always cast on and bind off stitches with larger needles than I use for the main work. This prevents my cast on and bind off rows from being too tight. - Garter stitch bottom border
With US 6 (4 mm) needles, knit 4 rows.
Slip first stitch on every row as if you were to knit it, but without knitting it (except on the first row). It will form a neat and sturdy border. - Main pattern with garter stitch side borders
Continue working the next 55 rows as follows:
4 garter sts, I love you knitting pattern over 35 sts, 4 garter sts
You can follow either the row-by-row written instructions or the chart below for the I love you knitting pattern. - Garter stitch top border
Knit 4 rows.
- Bind off
Bind off all sts with a US 7 (4.5 mm) needle. Cut yarn and weave in ends.
- (Optional) Blocking
Block your square to its final measures.
I love you dishcloth knitting pattern: Written instructions
Row 1) and every following odd row (RS) k all sts
Row 2) p all sts
Row 4) p6, k4, p25
Row 6) p5, k2, p2, k2, p24
Row 8) p9, k2, p24
Row 10) p6, k5, p5, k3, p7, k3, p6
Row 12) p5, k6, p4, k5, p5, k5, p5
Row 14) p4, k3, p1, k3, p3, k3, p1, k3, p3, k3, p1, k3, p4
Row 16) to 20) p4, (k2, p3) 5 times, k2, p4
Row 22) p4, k2, p3, k2, p3, k3, p1, k3, p3, k2, p3, k2, p4
Row 24) p4, k2, p3, k2, p4, k5, p4, k2, p3, k2, p4
Row 26) p4, k2, p3, k2, p5, k3, p5, k2, p3, k2, p4
Row 28) Purl all stitches
Row 30) Purl all stitches
Row 32) p4, k7, p11, k2, p11
Row 34) p4, k7, p9, k6, p9
Row 36) p6, k3, p9, k10, p7
Row 38) p6, k3, p8, k12, p6
Row 40) p6, k3, p7, k14, p5
Row 42) to 46) p6, k3, p6, k16, p4
Row 48) p4, k7, p5, k6, p2, k6, p5
Row 50) p4, k7, p6, k3, p6, k3, p6
Row 52) p all sts
Row 54) p all sts
Row 55) k all sts
I love you block pattern: CHART
- Read all odd rows from right to left, and all even rows from left to right.
New to reading charts? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! You can find my step-by-step guide in the Oh La Lana! Academy: How to Read Knitting Charts for Beginners. It breaks down exactly how to follow the grid so you can knit your pattern with confidence!
Note: These charted instructions represent the 35-stitch design area. Remember to work your 4-stitch garter borders at the beginning and end of every row.
Looking for more Valentines?
Check out this ideas to add more love to your needles:
Valentines
LOVE
Heart
Don’t forget your loving, furry friends!
Heart and Paw
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