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How to knit the Eyelet Ridge stitch (2 rows only!)
Today, you’ll learn how to knit the Eyelet Ridge stitch, step by step 🙂 It’s a two-row repeat pattern, easy to knit, and easy to memorize (it’s pretty intuitive). The Eyelet Ridge stitch creates a little bit of volume and has a great texture to it. Although is not identical on both sides, the so-called “wrong side” looks good too, so to me, it’s a reversible pattern. This is why it’s ideal for scarves, infinite cowls, the sleeves of a cardigan or sweater, and moreover, blankets. If this is your choice, please think of adding a Seed stitch or Irish Moss stitch edge, at least on the sides of the…
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How to knit the Lace Scarf stitch (2 rows only!)
Today, you’ll learn how to knit the Lace Scarf stitch, an elegant vertical design, full of texture. The good news is that it will also work for accessories, such as infinite cowls, hats, gloves, mittens, etc. Moreover, you can use it for larger garments: Tops, wraps, cardigans, sweaters, and many other projects. It’s a two-row repeat pattern, fun to knit, and easy to do (it doesn’t matter if you’re not an expert knitting lace). Actually, the only techniques required are knit, purl, and the most common increase, and a simple decrease. Although is not identical on both sides, they look pretty, so I’d say it’s a reversible stitch. Besides, it’s…
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How to knit one of the most gorgeous lace patterns I’ve ever seen!
In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit one of the most gorgeous lace stitches I’ve ever seen! It has an amazing texture to it, a little bit of volume, as well as small eyelets. In addition, it’s a two-row repeat pattern; the even rows, are plain purl rows. Furthermore, the odd rows, where “the real action” takes place, include a three steps repeat. Short and sweet! And in the video tutorial, I’m sharing how to do it in both, English and Continental styles, so all knitters can do it 🙂 Last but not least, this lace stitch is perfect for a wide range of projects, such as throws, wraps,…
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How to knit the Openwork Ladders stitch (just two rows)
In this post, I’m sharing how to knit the Openwork Ladders stitch, in both, English and Continental styles. A lacy stitch pattern, simple yet pretty, just like the doctor ordered! Honestly, it’s not complicated at all: Only two rows and the steps are well-known to us knitters. In fact, we’ll be doing the most used increases and the most popular decrease there is. Additionally, it’s one of those vertical, stylish designs; it reminds me of another Two-row repeat Lace pattern we practiced some months ago. And maybe you’re wondering: What kind of garments is it good for? Well, the Openwork Ladders stitch is great for seasonal garments. Knit a wrap,…
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How to knit an easy two-row repeat lace stitch
Today, I’m sharing how to knit a super easy two-row repeat lace stitch pattern (easier than the last one we practiced…guaranteed!). Honestly, if you haven’t started to knit lace yet, or you have but still don’t feel comfortable, try this one! My suggestion? Begin with a small swatch and gain confidence as you go. It has a nice texture to it, and its vertical design makes it perfect for Spring-Summer garments, such as shawls, throws, or a jacket made out of cotton yarn, bamboo, linen (or its blends). However, when knitted in wool yarn, Alpaca, Cashmere, etc., this two-row repeat lace stitch will work beautifully in an Autumn-Winter scarf or…
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How to knit a cute two-row repeat lace stitch + video
In today’s post, you’ll learn how to knit an easy two-row repeat lace pattern, one of those so-called “proper lace” stitches. As such, they are lace patterns because the increases and decreases are worked on in each row. Whereas Openwork stitch patterns are normally worked purling the even rows of the desired design. So the lace patterns require “more work” according to some, as the even rows or “resting” rows also need our attention, or… “it’s complicated” 😉 Complicated, no, not really… this two-row repeat lace stitch is actually easy to do! Actually, the steps that we have to repeat are the easiest ones when it comes to knitting lace.…
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How to knit an Easy Lace Ladder in only two rows
Today, you’ll learn how to knit an Easy Lace Ladder in just two rows; a great pattern for a sweater, cardigan, or vest, amongst other projects. In fact, I’m using it for the bottom of a cardigan I’m knitting at the moment. One of the things that I like the most about this pattern is that is really easy to knit… Actually, the real “work” will be made on every odd row, the even rows are “resting” rows (plain purl rows). In the end, you have to memorize a couple of steps made for the odd rows only. Besides, the decreases used to create this design are the easiest: Knit…
