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How to knit the Horizontal stitch: A reversible two-row repeat pattern
The Horizontal stitch is an adorable two-row repeat pattern, not complicated at all, great for beginners (no purling needed!). Although its sides aren’t identical, both look pretty, and as such this is why its reversible imho. Why? Well, one of the sides features a wavy texture; the other, a bumpy pattern with vertical lines that prevent the fabric from curling 🙂 It’s also easy and fun to knit: One row is a plain knitting row; the other, involves knit stitches and slip stitches, which makes us to progress rapidly… something that we knitters love, don’t we? Bellow are two swatches, both made of 100% cotton yarn for US 6 needles…
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Acorn knitting stitch pattern: Reversible and unisex
In today’s tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit the Acorn stitch pattern, step by step. Another classic of the knitting world which I wanted to share a long time ago, but as with the Honeycomb stitch we learned last week, I never had the time, these days we all have a little extra. It’s a unisex, reversible pattern (although not identical on both sides), it doesn’t curl, so it’s a great choice when knitting women’s and men’s scarves, cowls and sweaters. The Acorn knitting stitch creates a fabric that mixes density and subtlety and even includes lacey bits. It’s easy to knit, because it’s very intuitive: You can see clearly…
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How to knit the Pearled stitch pattern: Reversible, and it doesn’t curl
Today, you’ll learn to knit the Pearled stitch, a very simple knitting pattern, that features many advantages, which makes it ideal for beginners, such as: It’s reversible: Choose the side of your preference, they aren’t identical, but both are lovely (like the Edelweiss stitch). It doesn’t curl: It has a rich texture to it, so it lays flat; it’s perfect for knitting scarves, infinite cowls, hats, blankets, sweaters, cardigans…you name it! It’s unisex: The Pearled stitch works for both women’s and men’s knitted garments, and furthermore, it’s so cute that it’ll make your baby accessories and clothing look charming. This is a four-repeat knit-purl pattern, so if you’re just starting…
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Reversible Shadow Chevron knitting stitch pattern
In today’s tutorial, you’ll learn a gorgeous knitting stitch: The Reversible Shadow Chevron; an elegant pattern, full of advantages: Identical on both sides, it doesn’t curl, it has a lovely texture to it, and unisex; the perfect shadow knitting option for scarves, infinite cowls, blankets, or even a table runner. The Reversible Shadow Chevron is so easy to knit; if you can knit and purl, you can do it! There are no extra techniques needed (no increases, decreases, slipped stitches, etc.). Let’s get started! Abbreviations CO: Cast on st: Stitch K: Knit P: Purl BO: Bind off This swatch was knitted using this beautiful 100% cotton yarn (really soft, not…
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Lace Rib knitting stitch pattern: Reversible and it doesn’t curl
In today’s tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit a great substitute for the classic ribbing: The Lace Rib stitch. Easy to knit, reversible, pretty stretchy, and it doesn’t curl… plus, it’s a two-row repeat pattern. The Lace Rib stitch has a great texture to it, perfect for knitting the hems and cuffs of a stylish jumper or cardigan, or for knitting a romantic scarf or rectangular shawl. It features embossed columns, that give it an elegant vertical look (similar to the Feather Rib stitch). This swatch (and the swatch on the video) was knitted using a beautiful set of bamboo needles Let’s get started! Abbreviations CO: Cast on WS: Wrong…
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Ribbed Garter stitch: A one-row reversible knitting pattern (it doesn’t curl)
In today’s tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit the Ribbed Garter stitch. It’s one of those stitches all knitters enjoy: Easy to knit, reversible (and identical on both sides), unisex, it’s a one-row repeat pattern, and it doesn’t curl. The Ribbed Garter stitch is really versatile; there is a wide range of projects where it can be used: Cowls, scarves, blankets, placemats, hats, bags, cushions… and many more! Furthermore, it’s a figure-refining pattern: It forms delicate vertical lines, for a sleeker look (which some of us love ;D). This is also a perfect stitch for beginners, or for knitting while watching your favorite TV show: It has just a couple…
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The Fuchsia Flower stitch: Cable stitch lesson 1
In today’s tutorial, you’ll learn a new knitting technique using this special pattern: The Fuchsia Flower stitch. Easy to knit, reversible (identical on both sides), it has a great texture to it, and a perfect stitch to knit the sleeves of a chunky cardigan! One of the advantages that I really enjoy of this stitch is that from the 10 rows that form the pattern, most of them include the same steps (the even rows are equal, and the odds rows are almost always equal). And the cable technique is required only in row 9… this makes this stitch easy to memorize, light and fun to knit. There is something…
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Easy Scarf knitting stitch pattern: Identical on both sides
Today, you’ll learn how to knit an adorable scarf knitting stitch pattern, ideal for beginners. Its advantages are many: It doesn’t curl, it’s reversible and identical on both sides, and it’s a two-row repeat pattern. This scarf knitting stitch pattern is created only by a combination of knits and purls (no increases, decreases, nor slip stitches are required). Easy to knit, it’s a great stitch for knitting women’s and men’s scarves, cowls, and even a blanket, as well as the last version of the Broken Rib we learned some days ago. Abbreviations CO: Cast on st: Stitch k: Knit p: Purl BO: Bind off Easy Scarf knitting stitch pattern CO…
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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. 1Âş and only row: *K2, K1tbl, P1*. Repeat from * to * ending with K2.…
