Comments on: lk2g-046 Dishcloth Face-off

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By: Betsey Johnson Watch

Betsey Johnson Watch — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 16:09:36 +0000

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By: ang

ang — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 02:27:22 +0000

I took time to watch your comparison of cotton dishcloths. I have crocheted/knitted with peaches n cream cotton yarn for over 30 yrs.. I won’t use anything else for items that will be used as wearable articles or cleaning items.

By: Kelly

Kelly — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 04:13:38 +0000

Thanks for testing out the yarn! It was interesting. I would have been interested, however, if you had thrown all of them into the washer/drier a couple times to see how they held up that way.

By: Tara

Tara — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 20:58:31 +0000

I love this episode! Thank you so much for taking the time to test out the different yarns!

By: CAT

CAT — Fri, 15 May 2009 03:55:48 +0000

Thanks everyone for your great comments!

The winner of the yarn is:
Christina/eyes4books!

By: Laura

Laura — Fri, 15 May 2009 02:12:39 +0000

I enjoyed this episode. Loved the bubble fight. Most of my stash is Sugar n Cream. I like the fact that I can find it anywhere and it comes in so many different colors, something for everyone. Thanks for the “face off”, makes me want to try some other cotton yarn.

By: WILMA

WILMA — Thu, 14 May 2009 22:10:52 +0000

I too love to knit and crochet cloths of many uses. Sugar and cream is what I usually use. Now I just got some organic cotton from KnitPick and that seems to be a new favorite.
Oh, saw you are on the Sock Wars IV madness once again. I did it last year and so it was an east do again this year. Your clipd covering your adventure brought back all the fun–noon tomorrow!! Get ready set —knit till the neddles fall out of your hands. What a way to fall asleep!!!

By: ShariS

ShariS — Thu, 14 May 2009 20:52:24 +0000

I love Peaches n cream and am in love with dish cloths right now. Luckily my sister really likes the hand knit ones. I was glad to see your review of dish cloth yarns it is nice to know what the other options are out there.

By: Toni in Florida

Toni in Florida — Thu, 14 May 2009 15:42:19 +0000

So far, I’m a Lily girl. I even made a version of the log-cabin baby blanket from the Mason-Dixon knitting book out of the Sugar ‘n Cream. I’m willing to try other brands, but haven’t yet. Maybe it’s time to venture out?

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Wed, 13 May 2009 14:05:33 +0000

I loved this eposode. My husband even watched it with me and got a kick out of it! I’ve always used Lily to knit with. Never even considered using any others plus I can get it easy at most big chain stores. I think I will search out Peaches and Cream and give this a try. Thanks for the fun!

By: Gerry HARTSOE

Gerry HARTSOE — Wed, 13 May 2009 13:03:42 +0000

I like to knit dishcloths with Peaches & Cream. I like organic cottom chenile
for face cloths.

By: Carolyn

Carolyn — Wed, 13 May 2009 04:00:33 +0000

What a fun show! I really love the Video aspect of your show. Your pleasant voice and smile are just…pleasing! I probably use Peaches and Creme the most, mainly because of price and availability. It is good to get reviews of the other yarns, so I won’t waste my time. Keep up the good work and more face-offs would be a blast!

Carolyn aka crazy8mom

By: Shiloh

Shiloh — Wed, 13 May 2009 03:13:49 +0000

Hello Cat. I just wanted to say that I loved this episode. I simply love knitting dishcloths. I find that when I need an instant gratification project, I can turn to the HUNDREDS of patterns I have for the dishcloth. I have used all types of cottons for my cloths. But by far my most fave yarn is the Peaches N Cream. I like lily sugar n cream. But Peaches takes the cake. Keep up the great work on all your doing. Now that I have watched this episode, I’m itching to start a cloth. xD Have a blessed day! ! ! ^_^

By: Sarah

Sarah — Wed, 13 May 2009 00:48:27 +0000

Hi! My name is Sarah and I used to discriminate against knitting dish cloths. There I said it! I used to look at dish cloths and watch people make them and thought the projects were rather boring. I didn’t think anyone could make me excited at all. Then I saw this episode. Cat: I’ve seen them all and I have to say this one is my favorite. You guys looked like you were having a ball! Can’t wait to get some peaches-n-creme yarn and try it out!

By: Wanda in Ar

Wanda in Ar — Tue, 12 May 2009 20:42:40 +0000

I used Sugar and Cream. It is what Walmart has so that is the main reason. I normally knit 1 dishcloth a week and then give them a way for Christmas presents.

By: Ginger

Ginger — Tue, 12 May 2009 02:53:44 +0000

hey Cat — this was a great episode. The cotton markety seems to have exploded over the last couple of years, and it was great that you did the comparing for us - thank you! You did however miss a very old standby, Bernat handicrafter … it is one of the worst cottons out there, I hate to say, it starts out okay but soon will loose its color and composure - I have had some last as few as 5 washes before it was too thin to use as a washcloth and it got bumped down to a Boo-Boo Bunny. To me the “standard” 7-inch cloth is too large - I like to use my gauge swatches … 4×4 with a border around it is a great size for my family.

By: TinyT

TinyT — Mon, 11 May 2009 18:43:53 +0000

I like Peaches and creme…and so do my aunts who receive the dishcloths as Christmas presents.

By: Dianne

Dianne — Mon, 11 May 2009 01:33:42 +0000

I use Sugar and Cream. Once accidently used a cotton wool blend - what a mess!

By: Michelle

Michelle — Sun, 10 May 2009 17:38:43 +0000

My favorite dishcloth/facecloth yarn is KnitPicks CotLin. I made faceclothes for gifts last year and it has held up wonderfully.

By: Heather

Heather — Sun, 10 May 2009 13:51:39 +0000

I knitted and crocheted a few wash clothes and I like the peaches and cream yarn the best. They hold up very well and have made many great gifts. I love the the face off. Keep up the great work. I get so excited when the next show comes out, that I stop whatever I am doing and watch it right then and there.

By: Maureen Lefebvre

Maureen Lefebvre — Sun, 10 May 2009 05:26:34 +0000

I love the way Lionbrand Cotton-Ease performs. It’s easier to squeeze out the water and dries faster. I wish it had the great variegated colours that the others have, though

By: Angela Schwenn

Angela Schwenn — Sun, 10 May 2009 03:14:03 +0000

This was a great episode! I have only made dishcloths with lily sugar & cream. It seems great, but I’m happy to hear that peaches & cream is so great, I’ll definitely try it next time I made washcloths.

By: Paula

Paula — Sat, 09 May 2009 21:11:32 +0000

beautiful dishclothes! I never thought of that! it’s really a great idea and brightens a dull kitchen like my own.. I’ll make one with cute bear patterns when i am taking the subway..

By: Stacy

Stacy — Sat, 09 May 2009 17:20:51 +0000

My fav by far has always been Peaches & Cream. I am constantly ordering from their website so that I can get ALL the colors they offer.

By: TripletMom

TripletMom — Fri, 08 May 2009 23:13:04 +0000

Yours is my favorite podcast. I enjoyed this episode also. Lily sugar n cream is my usual go to cotton for cloths.

By: Debbie Palmer

Debbie Palmer — Fri, 08 May 2009 22:58:53 +0000

After watching this episode, I rushed out to buy some yarn for dishcloths. I picked out some Lily Sugar’n Cream and can’t wait to get started. Thanks for the inspiration.

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Fri, 08 May 2009 17:53:31 +0000

MD Knitting turned me on to Peaches & Cream, which I ordered by the cone for bibs and washcloths. Still have lots. My daughter has learned how to knit–maybe I’ll get her to try a dishcloth.

By: Rachel R.

Rachel R. — Fri, 08 May 2009 15:29:41 +0000

I like using the Peaches and Cream yarn for my dish clothes because it is sturdy and inexpensive and I can find it at my local craft stores.

By: katherine/cooan

katherine/cooan — Fri, 08 May 2009 13:25:08 +0000

My favourite dishcloth yarn is Bernat Handicrafter. I tried some random fancy expensive organic cottons and they just fell apart… can’t remember what they were called now.

By: Angel Philipp

Angel Philipp — Thu, 07 May 2009 22:59:35 +0000

Hi Cat, Love your podcast. My favorite dishcloth yarn is I Love this Cotton from Hobby Lobby,
it is very soft. I knit dishcloths all the time, most new stitches I try I make in to a dishcloth. I knit them on a knitting loom, I can only knit on needles for about 5 minutes at a time. A couple of weeks ago I had a dish cloth that had been on my table being blocked for a couple of days and then I needed a clean cloth and moved it to by the sink. My hubby went to wash dishes and didn’t want to use it, he said it was to pretty.
Angel

By: Molly Welsh

Molly Welsh — Thu, 07 May 2009 22:06:07 +0000

I enjoy your podcasts - short & to the point. i make my own dishcloths, usually using Sugar & Creme, but I think I will switch to Peaches & Creme. Thanks.

By: Dneise Koster

Dneise Koster — Thu, 07 May 2009 19:00:20 +0000

This is the first time I’ve seen your podcast. I really enjoyed it. I usually use Peaches & Creme as I can find it more readily.

By: Diane

Diane — Thu, 07 May 2009 18:38:20 +0000

I love Peaches & Creme. I’ve visited Flo in Old Fort, NC where they make this yarn and always come away with lots of yarn. Love all the colors available and the fact that it is an american based and manufactured product.

By: LaNelle

LaNelle — Thu, 07 May 2009 18:35:25 +0000

I’ve just began to knit dish/wash cloths and I chose allhemp 6 knitting yarn for my first project. Though the yarn is a bit stiff to knit up, but it makes a very sturdy dish/wash cloth. I’ve used it as a wash cloth mainly, but I plan on also making dishcloths out of this yarn as well. The yarn makes a GREAT exfoliator for my skin!

By: kerrie

kerrie — Thu, 07 May 2009 08:36:20 +0000

Great podcast episode! In our home, I use Peaches and Cream and SWTC Twize for washcloths. For dishcloths, I find that cotton doesn’t always do the job. Instead, I use good ‘ol acrylic for dishcloths. In addition to being slightly abrasive, they also seem to be more resistant to odor and bacteria than the cotton, IMO.

By: Sally

Sally — Thu, 07 May 2009 02:57:57 +0000

Dishcloths are the perfect way to try out new techniques, or just when you need to complete something because the project you are working on is just taking too long.

The first ones I made my kids refused to use! They said, “We can’t use those, you made them! They’re too nice.” Quite an endorsement of the humble dishcloth.

I have used Sugar ‘n’ Cream, but will try out the Peaches’n’ Cream after this episode.

By: Lisa

Lisa — Thu, 07 May 2009 02:51:34 +0000

I’m new to your site and love it. I also love knitting dishcloths and using them too. They make great pot scrubbers and there are so many different patterns out there you can never get bored.

By: M. Wesley

M. Wesley — Thu, 07 May 2009 00:58:08 +0000

My favorite dishcloth yarn is Peaches ‘n Cream cotton. I have even found it in big cones so I can find a color that I like and I won’t have to get more cotton for a while. I actually like it more than Sugar ‘n Cream (which I also use) because I find it softer while knitting it.

I have been experimenting with different patterns but I found a cute sheep dishcloth pattern on Ravelry that I want to try after I finish my boyfriend’s big blue socks. Love the show. I can’t wait for the next episode.

By: Rosie

Rosie — Wed, 06 May 2009 18:13:40 +0000

I usually use Sugar ‘n Cream for dishcloths. I also like to use Tahki Cotton Classic for shower washcloths. I love the ballband pattern from Mason Dixon Knitting. Keep up the work on the great show!

By: Marg in Mirror, AB

Marg in Mirror, AB — Wed, 06 May 2009 17:42:04 +0000

Hello CAT and eric! This is my first visit to your site — referred here by snowbird_62869 from the Monthly Dishcloths Yahoo/Ravelry sites. Your videocast #46 was a perfect complement to our online “dish-cussion” about the cottons we like to use for these cloths. I don’t know if this yarn is particular to Canada, where I live, but I really like Bernat’s “Handicrafter Cotton Ultrasoft” for my cloths. I’ve used Lily’s “Peaches and Cream” too, but find the Bernat knits up just as nicely and produces a softer, more absorbant cloth. It comes in both solid and variegated colour-ways, which I like too. (I’m a sucker for the variegateds!)

The ball band tells me the Bernat is a 4 ply, 100% cotton, with a gauge of 20 sts to 4 inches, using 4.5 mm needles. I usually use 4.5 or 5 mm — whichever is available. I like the metal Aero brand (made in England) straight needles that I’ve had in my stash for years. I see too, that the Bernat mailing address is in Ontario, Canada, and that the yarn is made there, so perhaps you can’t get it in the US. I’d rank it right up there with the Lion Brand and the P&C, for sure!

I’ve bookmarked your site now, so I won’t miss future videocasts, and will be checking out your group on RAvelry. Thanks again, CAT and eric — good stuff!!

By: Tommy Smith

Tommy Smith — Wed, 06 May 2009 17:22:02 +0000

Peaches & Cream made in my neck of the woods (NC). It’s so good to see the comparisons. I have used Peaches & Cream for wash cloths and have not been disappointed. I have not tried other cotton yarns so the show was awesome. Love seeing your husband in the show. He’s fun!!!

By: Nancy Bekedam

Nancy Bekedam — Wed, 06 May 2009 16:03:43 +0000

I use Peaches & Cream mainly because it’s available at our WalMart here in town. Otherwise I have to drive 1 1/2 hours into the city to find any other brand. So, I’m glad to see that my favorite is your favorite!

By: Dawn

Dawn — Wed, 06 May 2009 15:38:23 +0000

I love this episode (I commented on Ravlery too). Keep up the great work!!

By: Sarah K

Sarah K — Wed, 06 May 2009 15:31:30 +0000

This is the response I received from my inquiry to Lily about the manufacture location of their yarn and the source of their raw material:

Hi
Our cotton yarns are all manufactured in Canada and the cotton is grown
in the USA. Hope this answers your questions.

By: Sarah K

Sarah K — Wed, 06 May 2009 14:53:48 +0000

I have only used Lily Sugar n’ Cream for dish cloths. Howoever, within the last month I ordered a tremendous amount of Peaches and Creme directly from the manufacturer in North Carolina. I’m planning on using some of it very soon. The reason I ordered it was because of the Mason Dixon books. I like the idea that it’s made in North Carolina. Because I’m an East Tennessean, I find it pleasant to patronize my neighbor’s establishment (as it were). I also like the fact that Peaches and Creme is made of American-grown cotton. That’s important to me because that means there are stricter enforcements on pesticide applications for a crop on which 25% of the world’s pesticides are used. I sometimes feel bad enough that all my cotton isn’t organic. But I at least don’t want to contribute toward the use of pesticides on cotton crops in places where the growers/farmers/laborers don’t have the ability to protect themselves or their families from the incorrect use of dangerous petrochemicals. By making this claim for Peaches ‘n Creme, I am not “throwing off” on any other manufacturer. I don’t know where their raw materials come from. I have no idea. I emailed Lily to ask them where their cotton is grown. I just haven’t heard from them, yet. I’ll let you know when I do.

By: Stacie

Stacie — Wed, 06 May 2009 00:41:20 +0000

My favorite yarn to knit up with is Lily Sugar n’ Cream. Mostly because it’s readily available where I live, and have numereous colors where I purchase it at. The faceoff was very creative and interesting. I now know which yarns I can experiment with, to make my dishcloths. Thanks

By: Ronda

Ronda — Tue, 05 May 2009 23:55:54 +0000

I live in a small town and my only source for yarn here is Wal-mart, so I usually end up knitting dishcloths in The Sugar n’ creme. My closest LYS is 2 1/2 hours away and I don’t get there very often.

By: Ellen

Ellen — Tue, 05 May 2009 21:05:14 +0000

My favorite is the Peaches & Cream also. It is easier to knit the dishcloth, Sugar & Cream is thicker & spreads out more in the water. I don’t even know how many dishcloths I have made over the years because they are such great gifts. I am a regular supplier for a couple family members who are non-knitters, poor dears. Both yarns wear like iron though, so if someone has stronger hands than I, they might like the thicker yarn. Both of these make wonderful slippers though if anyone is interested. There is a pattern on Ravelry for “Pocket book slippers”. I adapted the pattern for use with cotton by adding a button and loop closure, and the cotton worked wonderfully.

By: Linda Hall

Linda Hall — Tue, 05 May 2009 19:25:57 +0000

My favorite is Peaches and Cream. I’ve made quite a few dishcloths and washcloths with it and have been very happy with the results. I also made the bath rug from the Mason Dixon Knitting book.
Loved your show.

By: Angela

Angela — Tue, 05 May 2009 18:46:20 +0000

I like the Bernat cotton, its what I can get, its inexpensive, and they stand up well. we use them for dishes and cleaning off the glass stove top, and we use them until the start to fall apart! dishcloths make wonderful between-big-project projects, when you want to do knitting that takes no thinking.
thanks Cat, this was a funny face-off.

By: Carla aka 1to1

Carla aka 1to1 — Tue, 05 May 2009 17:55:35 +0000

I really enjoyed your Dishcloth Face-off. I’m on a dishcloth kick this year and my goal is to make 100 dishcloths…up to 80 already. I generally only use Sugar ‘n Cream, Peaches & Creme and I Love This Cotton!.

Someone mentioned that they were knitting up a few different dishcloths with the year on them to see how long they last. There’s a free pattern I Heart to Knit in 2009 that would work.

I’d like to invite everyone to join the Ravelry Dishcloth R Us Group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/dishcloths-r-us . We have a Monthly K/CAL and everyone is so friendly and helpful.

Anyway, thanks Cat you always seem to know what we are interested in learning about.

By: mary scherer

mary scherer — Tue, 05 May 2009 14:02:25 +0000

hey cat i am 11 and i love to knit my dad showed me this podcast and i have bin whaching ever sence i pay for my yarn so i like to use sugar n cream

By: Betsey Fowler

Betsey Fowler — Tue, 05 May 2009 13:02:36 +0000

I have knitted dishclothes in the past and belonged to a monthly knitalong. My favorite cotton yarn is sugar n cream, esp. if it is on sale. I also have knit baby bibs and baby clothing since it is washable.

By: Patti Schmidt

Patti Schmidt — Tue, 05 May 2009 12:01:16 +0000

I love knitting dishcloths and I also have found through trial and error which yarns to continue knitting dishcloths with and which ones are better left for baby items. Although I hear raves about Bernat Cottontots, I’d rather use that yarn for baby items. It is soft and had a good hand but I don’t think it is rugged enough for dishcloth quality. My favorite yarn for dishcloths is a tossup between Lion Cotton and Lily Sugar and Cream. Always durable, oodles of colors, and a great hand. Thank you for providing this video.

By: Betty Ann

Betty Ann — Tue, 05 May 2009 11:34:34 +0000

I love Lion Brand Cotton. I’ve used it for as long as I’ve been knitting, about 10 years. I haven’t ever used the Peaches and Cream but the Sugar and Cream works well too. My first “pattern” was a dish cloth from the ball band of the Lion Brand Kitchen Cotton. That alone tells you how long it’s been since they changed the name several years ago. This was a nice side by side comparison but I think probably between the top three, there’s little difference. Without a LYS, the Lion Brand and Lily S&C are easily available with no shipping costs. This was fun!
Betty Ann

By: Willie Robinson

Willie Robinson — Tue, 05 May 2009 07:29:57 +0000

Hey Kat,
I love your last web cast. I love to knir dish cloths. And I love using Red Hart it works really well for lite cleaning or polishing. BTW I’ve been watching your show for a while and I love your new hair cut. I have a question to ask you, are you going to show use something to Knit for men. Being a guy theres not alot of thing for knitting. Thank You

Always in Style

Willie Robinson

By: samuel

samuel — Tue, 05 May 2009 04:42:14 +0000

i like using many diff types and brands of yarn depending on my mood/ who its for/ and the purpose. use really soft cotton yarn for baby washcloths, i use a really rough acrylic yarn…etc

By: Cathleen Jackson

Cathleen Jackson — Tue, 05 May 2009 02:58:27 +0000

Sugar n cream is the only brand I’ve ever used. I am definitely going to try the top two brands from this episode and go exploring for some new patterns.

By: Jo

Jo — Tue, 05 May 2009 02:41:36 +0000

After knitting thousands of cloths, my favorite is Lily’s Sugar N Cream. Peaches N Cream is a little thinner but runs a close second in my stash. Lion Brand Kitchen Cotton is too stiff for my hands and much more expensive. I’m currently living in Japan and brought a large stash of cotton with me and am sharing with other knitters the joy of making cloths. You can’t beat them for gifts and almost instant gratification when you’re knitting another project that takes so much time. I’m also collecting japanese stitch dictionaries and cloths are a great way to test out these patterns.

By: Kate

Kate — Tue, 05 May 2009 02:41:20 +0000

I like lilly’s sugar n cream since its the easiest to find. Sometimes I knit with barnet cotton, but it doesn’t have as many pretty colors. I’m also a sucker for crimminy jicket’s garlac cloth.

By: Mary

Mary — Tue, 05 May 2009 02:20:31 +0000

I love Sugar ‘n Cream and have made gobs of dish cloths and wash cloths with it. I’ve also tried some others, but always return to the Sugar ‘n Cream. Love that you tested six different kinds–confirmed my experience and confirmed that I’m not crazy–there really is a difference. Thanks! LOVE your blog.

By: Trisha in GA

Trisha in GA — Tue, 05 May 2009 01:22:44 +0000

I am a Peaches and Cream girl. I really like the double worsted for hand towels.

By: Jadielady

Jadielady — Tue, 05 May 2009 00:54:01 +0000

I loved this episode! As I think I mentioned on another live chat, I’m knitting washcloths for my wedding favors (up to 45). I’m mostly using the Lily & Creme and Sugar & Creme because its so easy to get tons of different colors.
My very favorite cotton though, is one I can’t find anymore. I got it from a local yarn shop which was a mill outlet, but they closed down about a year ago Here’s a picture.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/jadielady/3502167927/

By: Melissa

Melissa — Tue, 05 May 2009 00:47:13 +0000

Thanks for testing out different cotton for dish cloths. Now I know which ones are best to use, without having to find out the hard way!

By: Sue Goodin

Sue Goodin — Tue, 05 May 2009 00:22:21 +0000

I just love knitting dishrags and found the video very imformative. I have stayed between Peaches and Cream & Sugar and Cream, using mostly Peaches and Cream. I’m glad I saw your video before investing in some of the other yarns I was considering.

By: Becka

Becka — Mon, 04 May 2009 23:42:52 +0000

Ahhh….washcloths, dishcloths!! I’m with you, love to knit them! And, ya know, family members request that I knit washcloths and dishcloths about as often as they do socks!!
Since I’ve been on and off of crutches for so many years that my hands have a hard time knitting with most cotton yarns. Dishcloths Sugar N Cream and/or Peaches N Cream and for face cloths I love, love Blue Sky Cotton because it’s quite soft.
If you have recommendations for cotton yarn that is durable, great in the kitchen and bath AND isn’t brutal on the hands, I’d love to know about it!
FYI, there are a few cloth designs on my site, stop by :0)
As usual - LOVE, LOVE the show :=)

By: Heather K

Heather K — Mon, 04 May 2009 21:10:55 +0000

Hey Cat,

Great, great episode! I love knitting dishcloths and have always wondered if I should branch out and try other yarns than what I usually use, Lion Brand Cotton or Peaches & Cream. Now, thanks to you, I didn’t have to spend all the time and money to find out that I’m already knitting with the best yarn. Thanks!

By: Audreayoda

Audreayoda — Mon, 04 May 2009 20:45:50 +0000

I really loved the show I just started knitting dishcloths I found tons of great ones on Ralvary. I joined a group on Ralvary to knit dishcloths so they can be made into blankets for patients at St. Jude’s childrens hospital. I really enjoy your show and I love those casin needles I am so going to buy some of those. I’d love to know where you got your electric spinner I looked on e-bay and didn’t find one. I just started knitting and a video podcast where I can see how to do something is really helpful. Thank You.

By: suzanne

suzanne — Mon, 04 May 2009 19:52:35 +0000

I have used Sugar and Cream, Peaches and Creme, and Lion Kitchen Cotton for my kitchen knits. I have also made literally hundreds of dishcloths, many potholders, and probably 20 or 30 towels. My favorite yarns to work with are Peaches and Creme and Lion Kitchen Cotton. It was interesting to me that they ended up being the winners, as they are my winners, as well. I use Sugar and Cream, too, but still prefer the other two in the end. The reason I use all three brands is because I make so many different color combinations, and match my cloths to lots of different themes (seasons, holidays, decor, etc.). So I like to have lots of choices when it comes to color.

Thanks for a nice show. I’d never watched before! I’ll be sure to watch all the time, now!

Suzanne in rural Ohio

By: Barbara Fessler

Barbara Fessler — Mon, 04 May 2009 19:41:20 +0000

My favorite is Peaches and Cream but I have also knit a wash cloth to match my handwoven linen towels with cotlin.
Eric’s great in the kitchen!

By: angela

angela — Mon, 04 May 2009 16:37:29 +0000

What a fun comparison! I mainly use SnC, simply because it’s most available and I stock up when it’s on sale. . . I have been experimenting with other yarns over the last year or so, but I give most of my cloths away! I keep the “seconds” cloths for myself lol, and most of those are just SnC. . . I also quite like Bernat Handicrafter Cotton (which, I think I heard somewhere is made by the same mill as the PnC)

By: Dianne

Dianne — Mon, 04 May 2009 16:11:24 +0000

My favorite dishcloth yarn is Peaches and Cream, with Fantasy Naturale running a close second.

By: madonnaearth

madonnaearth — Mon, 04 May 2009 15:27:37 +0000

I don’t mind using crochet cotton for crochet doilies and stuff, but I have had problems using Sugar n Cream and Peaches and Creme to knit dishcloths. I feel like I’m fighting with both the yarn and the needles when it comes to patterns, so I gave up following patterns and started making seed stitch cloths instead.

I will either switch to casein needles or try one of the other yarns you guys were okay with. I knit dishcloths to use up stash and give myself a break from bigger projects.

By: vickyd

vickyd — Mon, 04 May 2009 15:27:08 +0000

I have a fairly good sized stash of both Peaches N Creme and Sugar & Cream - they both have a huge selection of colorways which I love. I find both of the fairly hard on the hands as far as knitting goes, but for durability I like the Peaches N Creme better.