Lace Stitches
These quick step by step tutorials will show you just how easy it is to make unique garments in very delicate lace knitting patterns.
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How to Knit the Double Eyelet Rib Stitch
Today, you’ll learn how to knit a lovely pattern that combines columns of lace in a Reverse Stockinette fabric: The Double Eyelet rib stitch. It’s an easy four-row repeat pattern, similar to the Lace Columns stitch we practiced a while ago. If you haven’t tried to knit lace before, this one involves a basic increase and the two most used decreases, so it’s a nice opportunity to start 😉 Furthermore, there’s only one row where we’ll decrease and increase; the others, are plain knit and purl rows. Besides, its design works for both, clothing and accessories (i.e.: tops, sweaters, scarves, wraps, etc.). However, before starting, I’d like to share a…
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How to Knit Reversible Lace (easy 4 row-repeat pattern)
In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit an amazing lace stitch, full of advantages…YAY! First, it’s a four-row repeat pattern, easy to do and memorize. After some rows, you’ll know exactly what to do, because we will be repeating the same steps time and time again. Second, although both sides look totally different, to me it’s a reversible lace pattern. They are so pretty that both can be used as the right side indistinctly, you just have to choose your favorite 😉 Honestly, its texture is something that I hadn’t seen before: The pattern looks raised on both sides (it’s another 3D stitch pattern). Third, it doesn’t curl, so…
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How to Knit a Gorgeous Chevron Stitch (2 rows!)
In this tutorial, I’m sharing how to knit the easiest Chevron Lace stitch I’ve seen so far. So, I’m happy to say that it’s totally beginner-friendly! Many Chevron Lace patterns include double and more elaborate simple decreases, which makes the patterns more suitable for experienced knitters. On the contrary, this one is not only a gorgeous two-row repeat pattern, but the only stitches you need to know are knit, purl, yarn over, and knit two together. It’s pretty versatile and ideal for blankets (not only for baby blankets), throws, wraps, etc. In fact, you can knit a single-color piece, or combine several colors; make the stripes as thin or wide…
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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 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 knit a chunky scarf (14 stitches only!)
Today, I’m sharing how to knit a chunky scarf, so quick to knit, that you wouldn’t believe it 😉 It’s knitted in a gorgeous lace stitch, with 14 stitches only; the yarn is so thick, that one repeat is enough to get the total width. Moreover, it’s a six-row repeat pattern, two of which are the same… pretty fun to knit. However, you can use this pattern to knit different projects, such as a blanket, a hat, or even a sweater or a cardigan. So, let’s knit a swatch before you start your chunky scarf, so you get familiar with the pattern (or can calculate how many stitches to cast…
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How to knit the Eyelet Ridge stitch (2 rows only!)
Today, you’ll learn how to knit the Eyelet Ridge stitch, step by step 🙂 It’s a two-row repeat pattern, easy to knit, and easy to memorize (it’s pretty intuitive). The Eyelet Ridge stitch creates a little bit of volume and has a great texture to it. Although is not identical on both sides, the so-called “wrong side” looks good too, so to me, it’s a reversible pattern. This is why it’s ideal for scarves, infinite cowls, the sleeves of a cardigan or sweater, and moreover, blankets. If this is your choice, please think of adding a Seed stitch or Irish Moss stitch edge, at least on the sides of the…
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How to knit a Fancy Lace stitch (4 rows only!)
In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit a lovely Fancy Lace stitch. It has a romantic, vintage look, perfect for shawls, wraps, scarves, and even seasonal cardigans and sweaters. However, if your garment should stay flat, add a nice edge on each side of the piece, or block it once it’s finished. The Fancy Lace stitch is a four-row repeat pattern, and to me, a great opportunity to practice and improve several techniques. In fact, we’ll be doing the single and double yarn over, the simple decrease, knitting three stitches together, and knitting two stitches together. In addition, in the video tutorial, I’ll explain how to purl and knit…
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How to knit the Rose stitch pattern (4 rows only!)
Today, you’ll learn how to knit the Rose stitch (I’m not sure, but I think it’s one of the Shetland Lace patterns). It’s a four-row repeat pattern, it has a lovely texture to it, and it’s easier than it looks 😉 I decided to knit a swatch using a blend of cotton yarn and polyester, light and smooth, just to show you how versatile the Rose stitch is… #ad Actually, it will also work for A/W projects: Use Mohair, Cashmere, Alpaca, wool yarn, or its blends, and the result will be a cozy and warm garment. Moreover, this pattern will look great not only on a scarf, or a shawl,…
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How to knit the Chestnut stitch (4 rows only!)
In this post, I’m sharing how to knit the Chestnut stitch, similar to the Hazelnut stitch which we practiced a while ago. Although it doesn’t create too much volume, it has a pretty texture to it, featuring little eyelets. It’s a four-row repeat pattern, easy to do, and fun to knit. In fact, the only techniques required are knit, purl, yarn over, slip one stitch, and pass the stitch over. The Chestnut stitch pattern is a great option for a wide range of projects: From shawls and throws, to cardigans or sweaters. Nevertheless, if your choice is to knit a scarf, a wrap, or any other garment that should stay…
