How to Knit the Half Heart Stitch Pattern + Video Tutorial

In today’s tutorial, I’m sharing how to knit the Half Heart Stitch; it’s also known as the Reverse Stag Horn Stitch.

Why?

Well, we practiced the Stag Horn Knit Stitch a while ago, and I think this one can be a good complement.

It’s a six-row repeat pattern, perfect for blankets, sweaters, hats, scarves, cowls…you name it!

However, if you don’t want to make the whole sweater in this pattern, you can use it for a central panel on the sleeves, or the front only.

Although you may think it’s complicated, the Half Heart Stitch is easy to make.

Don’t worry! You shouldn’t be scared of cable knitting, especially those that I share with you 😉

Please take into account that we’ll use a third needle of the same size, a cable needle, a stitch holder, or even a Bobby Pin (a hairpin) #ad

It’s up to you (the hairpin works better for me, or a short stitch holder).

Last but not least, before starting your swatch, take a look at my favorite tips when knitting cables.

Ok, it’s knitting time!

Grab your needles and some yarn, and let’s get started 🙂

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Abbreviations

CO: Cast on

st: Stitch

RS: Right side of the work

P: Purl

K: Knit

C4B – Cable 4 Back. Slip 2 stitches onto a cable needle (hold it at the back of the work). Knit the next 2 stitches from the left-hand needle, and knit the 2 stitches from the cable needle.

C4F – Cable 4 Front. Slip 2 stitches onto a cable needle (hold it at the front of the work). Knit the next 2 stitches from the left-hand needle, and knit the 2 stitches from the cable needle.

BO: Bind Off

WS: Wrong side of the work