🧶 Book Review: Easy Knit Dishcloths: Learn to Knit Stitch by Stitch with Modern Stashbuster Projects by Helle Benedikte Neigaard (Kindle Edition)
A delightful and practical guide for knitters of all levels—Helle Benedikte Neigaard offers a stylish, skill-building collection of dishcloth patterns that turn leftover yarn into everyday beauty.
🧵 Overview
Published by Creative Publishing International, Easy Knit Dishcloths is a 60-page instructional book that features 13 modern dishcloth designs, each crafted to teach a new stitch or technique. Whether you’re a beginner learning the basics or a seasoned knitter looking to refresh your skills, this book offers a hands-on way to practice while creating something useful.
The dishcloths are designed to be stashbusters—perfect for using up leftover yarn—and each project builds on the last, gradually introducing more complex stitches like cables, lace, and textured patterns.
🌟 Key Features & Highlights
- 🧶 13 unique patterns: Each dishcloth teaches a new stitch or technique
- 📚 Knitting School section: Step-by-step tutorials for casting on, binding off, and mastering essential stitches
- 🌈 Modern aesthetic: Clean, stylish designs that look great in any kitchen
- ♻️ Eco-friendly focus: Encourages reusable alternatives to disposable cleaning cloths
- 🧠 Skill progression: Projects range from beginner-friendly garter stitch to more advanced textures
“Make your kitchen more than a room for cooking—knit a cozy kitchen.” — Helle Benedikte Neigaard
💬 Reader Reception
- ⭐ Amazon rating: 4.6/5 from over 300 reviews
- 📖 Readers love the clear instructions, beautiful photography, and practical designs
- 🧾 Many appreciate the book’s balance of functionality and creativity, especially for beginners
- 💬 “Perfect for learning new stitches without committing to a huge project. Plus, they make great gifts!”
⚠️ Considerations
- 📄 Compact format: At 60 pages, it’s concise—ideal for quick reference but not exhaustive
- 🧵 Yarn-specific guidance: Some patterns suggest specific yarns and gauges, which may require adaptation
- 📚 Focus on dishcloths: While versatile, the book is niche—best suited for those interested in home-based projects
🏁 Final Verdict
Easy Knit Dishcloths is a charming and practical knitting guide that turns everyday items into opportunities for creativity and learning. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to use up your yarn stash in a meaningful way, this Kindle edition offers a cozy and colorful way to grow your skills—one stitch at a time.
Want help finding more stashbuster knitting books or beginner-friendly pattern collections? I’ve got some yarn-worthy suggestions ready to unravel.
