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Grid Lace Stitch: 1-Row Repeat Easy Knitting Pattern + Video
In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit the Grid lace stitch; a one-row repeat pattern, reversible (identical on both sides), moreover, it doesn’t curl. What more could we ask? 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. Furthermore, the Grid lace stitch isn’t complicated at all: Only 3 simple steps to memorize, and all rows are the same! So, it’s a nice option if you are a beginner and aren’t yet too comfortable when it comes to knitting lace 😉 It shares the same DNA of the “Lace stitch in two easy steps”, also ideal for…
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How to knit an easy lace stitch pattern in four rows
Today you’ll learn how to knit an easy lace stitch pattern in four rows and a couple of steps that will be repeated time and time again. This lace stitch is great for knitting many kinds of Spring-Summer projects, such as tops, scarves, rectangular shawls, cardigans or sweaters. Similar to the Spring lace stitch that we learned sometime ago, but much quicker to memorize. Grab your needles and let’s get started! Abbreviations CO: Cast on RS: Right side of the work K: Knit P: Purl yo: Yarn over (bring the yarn forward) sl2: Slip two stitches, one by one, as if to knit (pass two stitches knitwise onto the right-hand…
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Lace Net knitting stitch pattern: Super easy and full of texture!
Today we are going to learn an adorable lace stitch pattern, ideal for knitting baby blankets, market bags, a Spring top or a Summer jumper/cardigan. The Lace Net stitch pattern is similar to the “Most charming Lace Mesh pattern” we learned sometime ago, but somehow it looks more complex. Calm down ;)! It’s super easy to knit: only four rows to repeat (the odd rows are plain purl rows), and the lace work isn’t complicated at all (the same steps are repeated time after time). This swatch was knitted using 100% cotton yarn and a pair of gorgeous (and sharp tip) US 6 (4 mm) needles: For best results, I…
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RICKRACK LACE (Two-row knitting stitch pattern)
The Rick Rack lace is a zig-zag vertical design, to create an elongated look, that flatters every figure! If you are thinking about knitting a sweater or a cardigan for next Fall or Spring, this stitch would be perfect. It’s a two-row repeat stitch, so there are just a couple steps to memorize (just like this one, beautiful, and pretty easy to knit). Although it’s not reversible, the Rickrack Lace looks good on the wrong side, and it doesn’t roll up, so it’s a good option to consider when knitting a scarf or a cowl. Abbreviations CO: Cast on st: Stitch RS: Right side of the work K: Knit P:…
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Double Lace Rib knitting stitch: Two rows and three steps
In today’s tutorial, you’ll learn a beautiful new stitch: A two-row and three steps knitting pattern, perfect for knitting light Summer garments (because all knitters LOVE the one-row and two-row stitches 😉 The Double Lace Rib is not reversible, but it looks amazing, so don’t let this stop you from knitting an elegant scarf, a shawl or a wrap for the warmest months of the year. Let’s get started! Abbreviations CO: Cast on st: Stitch RS: Right side of the work K: Knit P: Purl k2tog: Knit two stitches together ssk: slip one stitch as if to knit, slip the next (same way), put both stitches back onto the left-hand…
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Hail stitch knitting pattern: Easy textured lace
The Hail stitch is a lovely lace pattern: Pretty easy to knit (perfect for beginners), full of texture, great for knitting lots of garments, such as baby clothing, sweaters, scarves, bags, cushions, shawls, blankies, tops…it works with everything! The only techniques required are: Knit, purl and knit two stitches together, that’s it! So, it doesn’t matter if you are just starting to knit 😉 Abbreviations CO: Cast on st: Stitch RS: Right side of the work K: Knit P: Purl k2tog: Knit two stitches together BO: Bind off Hail stitch knitting pattern: Easy textured lace CO multiples of 2; i.e.: 2 * 6 = 12 stitches. 1º row (RS): Knit…
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How to knit the most charming Lace Mesh stitch pattern
Spring is coming, and it’s been a while since the last lace stitch we learned (the Lace Squares stitch). Luckily, I found this beautiful pattern, one of the most charming Lace Mesh stitches I’ve ever seen! It’s similar to the Netting stitch: Easy to knit, it has a lovely texture, not reversible, but it lays flat and the wrong side looks great too. The Lace Mesh is a left-leaning stitch, but no cable needle is required. Abbreviations CO: Cast on st: Stitch RS: Right side of the work K: Knit P: Purl Yfwd: Yarn forward Sl1: Slip one stitch as if to purl Psso: Pass the slipped stitch over BO:…
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How to knit the Spring Lace stitch: for your next seasonal scarf
The Spring Lace stitch is a romantic pattern, ideal for knitting your next Autumn or Spring wrap/scarf. It looks complicated, however, it’s a great opportunity to practice if you are just starting out knitting lace. All the techniques involved are easy and explained step by step in the video tutorial. My suggestion: Start with a small swatch, using thick needles and bulky yarn, to learn how it works. To knit your scarf, use smaller needles and a finer yarn, to get a better look. On my swatch, I used fine yarn (number 2) and 3.5 mm / 4 US knitting needles. Remember: It’s always easier to knit lace with sharp…
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Peacock Lace knitting stitch pattern
Peacocks are very elegant birds, and they have inspired a lot of designs. This Peacock Lace knitting stitch pattern is an amazing textured stitch, great to knit shawls, Spring and Summer pullovers and vests, even a rectangular shawl. It’s not reversible, and it looks more complex than it really is. So don’t be afraid to try it! If you don’t know all the techniques involved, no worries, I’m here to help you out, so don’t miss the video tutorial, explaining step by step how to knit this beautiful lace stitch. It’s knitting time! Abbreviations CO: Cast on K: Knit P: Purl St: Stitch RS: Right side WS: Wrong side…
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Netting Stitch: Learn to knit textured lace
One of the most beautiful net stitches I’ve seen: A lace knitting pattern that creates a textured mesh fabric, ideal to knit bags, wraps, shawls or Summer tops. Easy to knit (4 rows only) and just a few techniques to implement. The texture is so special, that although the Netting stitch is not reversible, it looks like the Trinity stitch on the wrong side. Let’s get started! Abbreviations CO: Cast on K: Knit P: Purl YO: Yarn over K2tog: Knit two stitches together BO: Bind off How to knit the Netting stitch pattern CO multiples of 4 + 5 + 2 edge stitches (i.e. 4*3 =…
