Just Knit and Relax: Simple Stitch Pattern + Video
For those occasions when you need a simple stitch to knit and relax…
Sometimes, as an experienced knitter, I just want to sit down, don’t think about anything else, (not even counting or paying too much attention to what I have on my needles).
I’m sure you have those moments too!
This is a simple yet lovely stitch , also ideal for beginners; the only techniques required are knitting and purling, and there are another couple of things that I love from this pattern.
Key Features
- First of all, it’s identical on both sides, so it’s a nice option for dishcloths, scarves, and infinite cowls, for example.
- Second of all, it lays flat no matter what. It doesn’t curl nor bend, so if you’re thinking of knitting a piece that should stay flat, this pattern is for you.
Where to Use this Simple Stitch?
Besides scarves and cowls, I’d see it easily on a blanket, or a pillow cover.
It’d work great on sweaters or cardigans because it will mix perfectly with sections in Stockinette stitch, so you can add some texture to your garment, and it still will be easy to knit!
Yarn and Needles
For this swatch I used 100% Superwash Merino Wool (worsted weight, medium, or number 4). This yarn is soft and structured, perfect for knit and purl and cable patterns #ad
And US 8 (5 mm) knitting needles #ad (I personally prefer wooden or bamboo needles, because they’re smooth, they don’t get warm nor cold, and I LOVE the sound when I’m knitting).
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Abbreviations
CO: Cast on
St: Stitch
Sts: Stitches
RS: Right side of the work
K: Knit
P: Purl
BO: Bind off
WS: Wrong side of the work
How to Knit a Simple Stitch Pattern
CO an even number of sts. This number will include the edge/selvedge sts.
Rows 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 (RS): K across
Rows 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12: *K1 (edge), *K1, P1*. Repeat to last st, K1 (edge).
These 12 rows create the pattern. Repeat them until the desired length is reached.
When finished, BO knitwise after row 5 (WS).
This is the other side of the work:
Simple Stitch Pattern Step By Step
I hope you like it!
Hugs, and happy knitting:)
Carolina – So Woolly
PS: Want to see more simple stitch patterns? Take a look:
Easy Knit and Purl Stitch Pattern for Scarves
