Knitted Topper for a Tea Towel
A cozy knitted cover for a tea towel is the perfect way to add a touch of warmth and style to your kitchen. This handmade topper not only protects your tea towel from getting dirty or worn out quickly but also adds a decorative element to your kitchen decor. The knitted texture provides a soft and inviting look, making it a lovely addition to your home. With a knitted topper for your tea towel, you can easily change up the look of your kitchen by simply switching out the cover. Whether you prefer a classic cable knit design or a more modern geometric pattern, there are endless possibilities to customize your tea towel topper to suit your personal style. Additionally, a knitted topper makes a thoughtful and unique gift for friends and family who appreciate handmade items and enjoy adding a cozy touch to their kitchen space.
What you need:
- Scrap yarn (I probably ended up well under a yard of my leftovers)
- Double pointed needles, size US6
- 1 medium sized button and thread
The pattern:
- Cast on 9 stitches
- Row 1: Knit all stitches
- Row 2: k4, bind off 1, k4 (this creates your button hole)
- Row 3: k3, kbf, k4
- From here, continue knitting all stitches (garter stitch) until your piece measures 3 to 4 inches*
- Next row: bind off 6, k3
- With your 3 remaining live stitches, knit an i-cord 3 inches long
- Bind off the i-cord
Now your knitting is done. All you have to do is sew the loose end of the i-cord up to make a loop where your tea towel will sit, add a button right above your i-cord loop, weave in your ends, and then button up your knit topper on your stove handle. * You can modify how long you make your topper depending on the size of your oven handle. With the weight of the tea towel, it will stretch a bit so no need to go crazy on the length. Here’s what my basic garter stitch version looks like:
