This pattern is designed for 100% cotton knitting worsted weight yarn. I used 43 g of a 50 g ball.

Finished size is 9 3/4 inches W by 8 3/4 inches H.

The green teapot is knit with Wendy Cotton yarn, which knits to Aran. I used the same size needles. This dishcloth used 38 g of yarn. The finished size is 9 1/4 inches W by 8 1/2 inches H.

It is not necessary to knit a contrasting border, but if you are interested, this website may be helpful:

http://www.dummies.com/how-to/content/how-to-knit-stripes...