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A Knit-and-Purl Stitch That Looks Like Expert Work + Video
If you love stitch patterns that look advanced but only use the basics (knit and purl), today’s tutorial is for you. You can explore more designs like this in the Textured Stitch Patterns collection. This gorgeous texture is created with nothing more than knit and purl, yet the result looks like something straight out of an expert knitter’s repertoire. Chunky, dimensional, and super cozy — it’s perfect for blankets, scarves, cowls, sweaters, or anytime you want that “faux cable” look without the hassle of actual cables. Don’t let the texture fool you — this stitch is much easier than it looks. The repeat is 12 rows, but you only “think”…
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Knit the Ridged Hearts Stitch & Create an Amazing Texture + Video
How to Knit the Ridged Hearts Stitch Pattern If you’ve been looking for a texture that stands out, the Ridged Hearts stitch is for you! It’s a classic four-row repeat pattern, not too open, which creates little columns shaped like hearts. Although you might think it’s made like most of the cable patterns (using a cable needle to cross stitches), the good news is that there’s no need to. We can make this crisscross effect by knitting and purling some stitches through the back loop. Yarn & Needles “As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.” Abbreviations Written Instructions for the Ridged Hearts Stitch CO multiples of 4 +…
