Garter Heart Square by JaNae Yagi

Garter Heart Square

Knitting
January 2026
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
Gauge will be determined by needle size and yarn
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 11 - 8.0 mm
106 - 190 yards (97 - 174 m)
Knit square on any size needle - sizes will vary
English
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NEEDLE Knitting Pattern ♥ The Garter Heart Square is worked flat from the bottom up. It features a garter border and center heart motif. Perfect for dishcloths and washcloths, or knit squares to make afghans and pillow covers!

A chart and written instructions are included.

Choose any needle size with coordinating yarn weight to make squares for dishcloths, washcloths, blanket squares, pillow covers, bags and more!

♥ Needles
Any size; long circulars or straight needles
* 4 mm & 8 mm used for samples

♥ Gauge & Finished Size
Gauge and finished size will be determined by your needle size, yarn weight and personal knitting tension; please swatch to determine finished size.

  • I recommend knitting this square with 4mm or 4.5mm needles for a dishcloth or washcloth.
  • Samples: 4mm needles; 17” x 27” = 4”; 8.7” x 8.8”; 8mm needles; 2.5” x 4” = 1”; 14.8” x 15”

♥ Yarn
Choose yarn appropriate for your needle size. Yardage will vary.

  • Cotton yarn is recommended for dishcloths and washcloths
  • Sample: Lily Sugar N Cream in Soft Ecru; Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick N Quick Recycled in Red