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How to Knit The Little Diamonds Lace Stitch + Video
Today, you’ll learn how to knit the super cute Little Diamonds lace stitch. You can explore more designs like this in the Easy Lace Knitting Patterns collection. Although you’ll see six rows, it’s a four-row repeat pattern; the first two are setup rows. After that, we’ll repeat only rows 1 to 4. Besides, it’s perfect for a wide range of projects such as Summer tops, blouses, scarves, wraps, shawls, you name it. Furthermore, I’d say that even a seasonal cardigan or sweater, will look great on it 😉 In fact, if you want to knit a simple and easy sweater, tailored to your measurements, using your favorite yarn, just follow…
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Lace Knitting Stitch for Tops (a simple 4-row-repeat + video)
Today, I’m sharing a simple lace knitting stitch, so much easier to knit than it looks 😉 It’s a four-row repeat pattern, perfect for Summer tops and blouses. In fact, sometime ago, I knitted a tank top using this pattern as a central panel, in a Stockinette stitch background. Honestly, I’m delighted with the result. What I like the most of this pattern is that it has an elegant vertical texture to it, which helps a more slender figure. Nevertheless, this lace knitting stitch will also work for shawls, wraps, and even scarves, and you can use wool yarn, when thinking of a Fall-Winter project! Besides, it’s pretty intuitive; and…
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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 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…
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How to knit the Lace Columns stitch: For scarves and tops
In this post, you’ll learn how to knit the Lace Columns stitch, easy and fun to do. It’s a four-row repeat pattern, and its vertical design, is perfect for scarves, wraps or throws, seasonal tops, cardigans, or even sweaters. In fact, it’s similar to the Zig-Zag Lace nº 2 we practiced a while ago, yet easier 😉 The only techniques required are knit, purl, the most common decrease, and a simple increase, so there’s no reason to panic! Additionally, it’s a versatile stitch: Work with cotton yarn, bamboo, linen (or their blends), and you’ll create a light S/S garment. #ad However, if you want a warmer piece, substitute the yarns…
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How to knit the easiest Lattice stitch I’ve ever seen… ever
Today, I’m sharing how to knit the easiest Lattice (or Mesh) stitch I’ve seen to date. It’s a four-row repeat pattern, two of which are plain purl rows, and the other two include just 2 steps (a pretty short repeat). This is why this Lattice stitch is suitable for beginners. Therefore, in the video tutorial, I’m showing how to do it in both, English and Continental styles, you lucky little woollies! In addition, this pattern is great for a seasonal scarf, wrap, or top, and before you start, I have some tips for you: Firstly, I’d add a nice edge on each side of the garment, if I’m knitting something…
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How to Knit an Easy Lace Stitch (4-row-repeat) + Video
In today’s tutorial, you’ll learn a four-row repeat easy lace stitch: Quick to memorize > only 3 steps that will be repeated all the time! This stitch is part of the Easy Lace Knitting Patterns collection, where you’ll find more one-row, two-row, and 4-row repeat designs. It’s a great pattern for knitting a wide range of projects, including: Summer tops, cardigans, sweaters, scarves, wraps… and maybe a vest? And I’d love you to give it a try, since we’ll need it for our next project 😉 Ok, grab your needles, and let’s get started! Abbreviations CO: Cast on RS: Right side of the work K: Knit P: Purl yo: Yarn…
