This pattern was originally published in 2020. It has been fully updated for 2026 with a new high-resolution chart, revised instructions and project summary.

Bring the lush, tropical vibes of the rainforest into your home with the Monstera Leaf block. Known as the ‘Swiss Cheese Plant’ for its iconic split leaves, this design is a must-have for any botanical-themed project.

As part of the 52SP Standard, this square is perfectly sized to mix and match with our other floral and geometric patterns. Whether you’re building a leafy sampler blanket or knitting a single, stylish cotton cloth for your favorite plant-lover, this pattern brings a touch of modern nature to your needles.

💡 Pro Tip: Knit it in a soft organic cotton to create a gentle dusting cloth—plant parents know that those big, beautiful leaves love a little extra pampering to stay shiny and happy!

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Hand knitted green square featuring the monstera leaf knitting pattern for blankets and dishcloths with a garter stitch edge

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.

Monstera Leaf Dishcloth or Blanket Square

green cotton knitted square of the monstera knitting pattern for dishcloths and blanket blocks, relief texture of a monstera deliciosa leaf created with knit and purl stitches in a knitted background and garter stitch edges. From Oh La Lana! Botanical Garden Dishcloth Collection

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? 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, MONSTERA LEAF knitting pattern over 35 sts, 4 garter sts
You can follow either the row-by-row written instructions or the chart below for the Monstera Leaf 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.

Monstera Leaf dishcloth knitting pattern: Written instructions

Row 1) and every following odd row (RS) Knit all stitches

Row 2) Purl all stitches

Row 4) Purl all stitches

Row 6) p17, k2, p16

Row 8) p15, k6, p14

Row 10) p12, k11, p12

Row 12) p10, k16, p9

Row 14) p9, k19, p7

Row 16) p7, k1, p2, k19, p6

Row 18) p6, k3, p2, k18, p6

Row 20) p5, k4, p3, k16, p7

Row 22) p4, k7, p3, k13, p2, k2, p4

Row 24) p5, k7, p3, k10, p2, k5, p3

Row 26) p3, k1, p2, k7, p3, k7, p2, k7, p3

Row 28) p2, k3, p3, k13, p2, k9, p3

Row 30) p2, k4, p3, k22, p4

Row 32) p2, k6, p4, k16, p3, k2, p2

Row 34) p2, k9, p3, k12, p2, k5, p2

Row 36) p2, k21, p2, k8, p2

Row 38) p3, k29, p3

Row 40) p3, k6, p4, k15, p2, k2, p3

Row 42) p4, k8, p2, k10, p4, k3, p4

Row 44) p4, k14, p1, k10, p6

Row 46) p5, k2, p5, k5, p3, k7, p8

Row 48) p6, k10, p6, k2, p11

Row 50) p9, k5, p21

Row 52) Purl all stitches

Row 54) Purl all stitches

Row 55) Knit all stitches

Monstera Leaf 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.

high-contrast chart for the monstera leaf knitting pattern from Oh La Lana! Botanical Garden dishcloth collection

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Check out Oh La Lana! Animal collection to find more inspiration. Here are some ideas to keep your needles busy:

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Ready to put your blocks together?

See my Finishing & Assembly guide for the neatest way to join your squares.

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pinterest image for the monstera leaf knitting pattern for dishcloths and blanket blocks, showcasing a monstera deliciosa leaf silhouette using knit and purl stitches

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MONSTERA LEAF knitting pattern

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