I've been knitting for a few years now. Here's my first ever pattern. Not very tricky, but maybe somebody else will think it's sweet and want to copy.
Basketweave Baby Washclothby Jana Greenhalgh
Knit on size 8 needles using worsted weight cotton
(The example in the picture was knit in "Peaches & Creme" 100% cotton, color: Ecru)
Cast on 28.
Knit 4 rows.
Row 5: *Knit 4, purl 4 (repeat from * until last 4 stitches), knit 4
Row 6: Knit 8, purl 4, knit 4, purl 4, knit 8
Row 7: repeat row 5
Row 8: repeat row 6
Row 9: repeat row 5
Repeat rows 5-9 six more times.
Knit 4 rows.
Bind off.