This little dishcloth pattern is one of the exercises from our learn-to-knit-lace ebook LaceStar and is only available as part of the ebook. This mini project aims to teach nupps - a stitch technique used almost exclusively in lace knitting.

Nupps (pronounced like “loops” and not like “cups”) are an Estonian lace stitch. They are simply a kind of bobble. They create a flatter profile than a traditional bobble, reminding me of satin stitch in embroidery when worked in fine yarn. They can be a little fiddly to work, and you need to be careful not to drop yarn overs during the decreases, but are worth the effort for the beautiful, elegant texture that they create.

See more on LaceStar below.

Here’s more details on LaceStar:

Your step-by-step guide for knitting lace!

You get 4 major sections in the eBook:

Section 1: The theory and practice of lace knitting - how it works, how to make it easier and get better results
Section 2: Lace knitting excerises - from first yarnovers to advanced skills
Section 3: Finishing lace knits
Section 4: Fixing mistakes

Learn how to make different yarn overs as well as starting the row with a yarn over.

Progress to right-side patterning and then delve into both right- and wrong-side patterning.

Then, try your hand at making nupps.

And finally, finish off with several projects that are great practice as well as can be made into full size shawls.