A perfect spring/summer knit project to sink your needles into.
Skill Level | Intermediate
Finished Size | 25″ long; 15″ wide
introduction
About this Pattern
If you’re looking for an easy project to learn a new stitch, this is a great project to start! Our cotton hand knit towel uses the single color brioche stitch for a soft and squishy texture that’s easy on the hands.
With this project you’ll get lots of practice with the brioche stitch worked in a single color. This unique stitch pattern creates a thick yet super stretchy fabric that’s great for all sorts of projects. We’ll use a soft cotton that’s both easy to work with and easy to care for.
Before you begin, review this page entirely so you understand the full scope of the project. We have a list of recommended supplies and abbreviations here on this page as well as written instructions and a tutorial to walk you through our cotton knit hand towel step-by-step.
getting started
Recommended Supplies
- Approx 392 yds; Lion Brand Comfy Cotton Blend
- US 7 Knitting Needles
- Yarn Needle
- Scissors
FAQ: Can I use a different yarn?
Sure, as long as it’s in the same weight category. Check your gauge and adjust as needed so the sizing comes out right. The recommended yarn amount will likely be different too.
Yarn Substitution Resources:
The Ultimate Guide to Substitute Yarn
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pattern details
Abbreviations
- BRK Brioche Knit**
- K Knit
- Prev Previous
- Rep Repeat
- Sl1p Slip One Purlwise
- St(s) Stitch(es)
- YO Yarn Over
pattern notes
Additional Notes
Finished Size
25″ long;
15″ wide
Gauge
19 sts x 22 rows = 4″
worked in stitch pattern
Additional Notes: The brioche stitch is different than other stitches so if you find yourself struggling with it, make a swatch to practice first. It’ll get easier with practice!
** BRK: Knit designated stitch together with its corresponding yarn over from prev row.
printable pattern
Need to print this pattern?
You’ll find the full pattern for free here on this page. However, if you’d like to have a PDF version to print or save for offline use, you can purchase it from our shop.
the pattern
Written Instructions
CO 71 sts.
Row 1: K. *YO, Sl1p, k. Rep from * to end of row.
Row 2: K. *BRK, YO, Sl1p. Rep from * to last st. K last st.
Row 3: K. *YO, Sl1p, BRK. Rep from * to last st. K last st.Repeat: Rep last 2 rows until work measures approximately 24” from starting edge OR until you have about 2 yds of yarn remaining, ending on a 2nd row.
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see how it’s done
Step-by-Step Tutorial
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Left-Handed Tutorial on YouTube