Every year, I always wait too long to start knitting my holiday gifts, so every year I resort to this old standby washcloth pattern as a quick and easy gift that I can still tailor to the recipient.. When I started making it in this gorgeous organic cotton from Peru, all my friends and family loved it. The organic, natural (undyed) colors of the cotton become warmer and richer with age and use, while the cloth itself becomes softer and more lush. This year, I decided to add a little soap bag to my usual gift set and I think it will be a hit with all who receive it.