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One row knitting stitch: Easy, reversible and it doesn’t roll (great for scarves)!
A lovely stitch pattern that doesn’t roll, and is identical on both sides of the work, great for knitting scarves and blankies. It has a nice texture and is really easy to knit, only 4 steps to remember, ideal for beginners. It has only one row that you repeat until you reach the length needed. That’s it! Abbreviations CO: Cast on K: Knit P: Purl Ktbl: Knit through the back loop BO: Bind off One Row stitch CO multiples of 4 + 2 stitches, i.e.: 4 * 5 = 20 + 2 = 22 stitches. 1º and only row: *K2, K1tbl, P1*. Repeat from * to * ending with K2.…
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How to knit the Slip Stitch Rib
An elegant variant of the well known Rib stitch, the Slip Stitch Rib is perfect for scarves, cowls, bags, blankets, and many other projects. There are many advantages: The Slip Stitch Rib doesn’t roll up, it’s reversible, and unisex! Ideal for knitting both men’s and women’s clothing and accessories. It’s also really easy to knit, there are only 2 rows and few steps to memorize. What I like the most are the embossed vertical stripes, which give a slim look to the silhouette…in case you are thinking about knitting a pullover, sweater or tank top… Ok… it’s knitting time! Abbreviations CO: Cast on st: Stitch K: Knit P: Purl …
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Learn How to Knit Quickly-Lesson 6: 1×1 Rib stitch
1×1 Rib stitch The 1×1 Rib is a very stretchy stitch, reversible, ideal for knitting hems, cuffs, necklines, hats, but also men’s scarves and anything that should be elastic: leg warmers, mittens, etc. It’s the easiest stitch of the ribbing family: To make the 1×1 Rib stitch you just need to alternate knits and purls. The difference between the Seed stitch (wait to learn the Seed stitch on the next lesson) and the 1×1 Rib stitch, is that you knit the knits, and purl the purls. The trick to knit the same row all the time, is to cast on an even number of stitches, so you don’t need to…
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Baby booties knitting pattern for absolute beginners
This is the easiest pattern you will ever find that shows you how anyone can knit baby booties! To make these booties, you only need to know how to cast on as well as the knit stitch (garter stitch)…no need to even know how to bind off, cross my heart! Materials Less than 20 grams of worsted weight wool (for US 8 knitting needles or 4,5 – 5 mm) 2 x 5 mm / US 8 knitting needles (I have this set and I love it!) 1 x Tapestry needle 1 x Scissors 1 x Measuring Tape Size 0-3 months: 3.2 in long x 3.3 in wide (8…
