How to knit the Twisted Rib stitch (English and Continental style)
In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit the Twisted Rib stitch, an interesting version of the 2 x 2 Rib.
In my humble opinion, all these different versions of the classic rib stitches are so useful. They add a nice touch to your knitting work.
However, this one is not quite as stretchy as some other rib styles.
This is why I’d use it as a main stitch for a whole garment, such as a scarf or an infinite cowl, rather than cuffs in general.
In fact, its design creates small cables, a vertical pattern that will stand out in a large piece.
On the other hand, the Twisted Rib is a two-row repeat pattern, and it tends to curve at the bottom.
So, if you are knitting a rectangular piece, I’d recommend to add a nice edge on each side of the work, using a reversible no-curling stitch pattern.
For example, you could try the Seed stitch, or the Irish Moss stitch.
Finally, in the video tutorial, you’ll see how to do it in both, English and Continental style.
Ok, grab your yarn + needles, and let’s get busy!
Abbreviations
CO: Cast on
st: Stitch
K: Knit
yo: Yarn over
K1tbl: Knit one stitch through the back loop
wyif: With yarn in front
wyib: With yarn in back
sl1pw: Slip one stitch purlwise
sl1kw: Slip one stitch knitwise
LHN: Left-hand needle
BO: Bind off
WS: Wrong side of the work
This swatch was made out of 100% Merino wool yarn (super soft and beginners-friendly) #ad
Using a different set of bamboo needles (long and smooth) #ad
Twisted Rib knit stitch
CO multiples of 4 + 2; i.e.: 4 * 4 = 16 + 2 = 18 st
1º and every odd row (WS): Wyif sl1pw, P3, *yo, P2*. Repeat from * to *, to end
2º and every even row: Wyib sl1kw, K1, *drop the yo, Ktbl the second st on LHN, don’t take it off and K the first, then drop both st*. Repeat from * to *, to last 2 st, K2
This two rows create the pattern. Repeat them until the desired length is reached.
When finished BO knitwise if you are facing the RS; or purlwise, if you are facing the WS.
This is the other side of the work:
I hope you like it 🙂
Enjoy the video tutorial:
How to knit the Twisted Rib stitch
Thank you for watching!
Hugs, and happy knitting
xoxo
Carolina – So Woolly
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