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How to knit a beautiful ribbing (2 rows only!)
Today, you’ll learn how to knit a beautiful ribbing in just two rows. Honestly, this one is a very special Rib stitch, easier than the Double Braided Rib we practiced a while ago, and it doesn’t curl. Actually, the only techniques required are knit and purl, so if you already mastered the classic 2 x 2 Rib stitch, you can do it 😉 What makes it unique, is the combination of knitting/purling some stitches through the back loop. It creates this braided texture, without crossing stitches… YAY! Although it’s not identical on both sides, they look pretty, so to me, it’s a reversible stitch. In addition, this beauty can be…
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How to knit the Morning Glory stitch (2 rows!)
In today’s tutorial, I’m sharing how to knit a variant of the classic Stockinette (Stocking) stitch. It’s a two-row repeat pattern, another combination of plain knit and purl rows, but, with a little bit of texture. It reminds me of the famous Heart stitch pattern… Nevertheless, this one is easier and faster to knit, because you don’t need to keep interchanging knit and purl stitches in the same row. If you have following me for some time, you know that I like to share how to knit variants of worldwide known patterns, adding special touches. In summary, you can use this version as a substitute for the normal one: It’s…
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How to knit the Double Garter stitch (reversible)
Today, I’m sharing how to knit a lovely pattern: The Double Garter stitch. It’s a four-row repeat pattern, full of texture, perfect for baby stuff, blankets, and accessories, such as scarves, shawls, hats, and infinite cowls. In fact, it reminds me of the Chain stitch we practiced a while ago (another cute pattern). However, if you’re looking to knit a sweater (or a cardigan), the Double Garter stitch is also a nice option. In addition, it’s a reversible pattern! Although both sides are different, they look pretty 😉 Finally, and before I forget, I’d suggest using a larger needle size (just one size up than what you’d normally use with…
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How to knit the famous Cat’s Paw Eyelets stitch
Today, I’m sharing how to knit a lovely lace pattern, the famous Cat’s Paw Eyelets stitch. Why? Honestly, I’m convinced that it’s a good introduction to larger motifs, like the leaf patterns, which I’d like to share in the near future. Although the Cat’s Paw Eyelets stitch is a twelve-row repeat design, it’s easy to do (the even rows are plain purl rows, and some odd rows are repeated across the pattern. We’ll be using two common decreases: The typical right-leaning decrease (knitting two stitches together), and a simple left-leaning decrease, different than the ssk (slip, slip, knit). Apart form that, there are no complicated steps, just yarn over, and…
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How to knit the Spike stitch: One gorgeous pattern!
In today’s tutorial, I’m sharing how to knit the Spike stitch, a wonderful pattern full of volume and texture! Although there are four setup rows to begin with (working a classic 2 x 3 Rib stitch), it’s a four-row repeat pattern. As a matter of fact, the Spike stitch looks similar to the Seagull pattern we practiced years ago, yet it’s much more eye-catching 😉 However, it’s stretchy, so if you’re looking for something special to substitute the Rib stitch, this one is for you. Furthermore, it can be used as a main stitch to knit accessories, such as hats, scarves, and cowls, but also blankets, sweaters, and cardigans. Last…
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How to knit the Feather & Fan versus the Old Shale
Is it the Old Shale or the Feather & Fan knit stitch? There’s an ancient discussion and confusion between these two patterns. Since I was a little girl, I thought that the Old Shale was the Feather & Fan stitch (I didn’t know that there was a stitch called the Old Shale). However, some years later, I learned that the only difference between them was the number of stitches to cast on (multiples of 17 for the Old Shale; and multiples of 14 for the Feather & Fan). And just days ago, I found out that the Old Shale is what I knew as Feather & Fan, and that the…
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How to add texture to the Stockinette stitch
Today, you’ll learn how to add some texture to the Stockinette stitch pattern. Honestly, sometimes I like to share variations of classic knitting stitch patterns, such as the Stockinette with a cross-seam effect we practiced a while ago. Why? Because variety is the spice of life 😉 This is a four-row repeat pattern, three of which are plain knit or purl rows, easy-peasy! Actually, the real “action” takes place in row 3; the texture is created by a couple of steps, so if you are a beginner, no worries. You can do it! And the good news is that you can add more rows to form larger sections of Stockinette,…
