Reversible Stitch Patterns Reversible Stitch PatternsPatterns Box Stitch Multiple of 4 + 2Row 1: k2, *p2, k2*; rep from *Row 2: p2, *k2, p2*; rep from *Row 3: Rep Row 2Row 4: Rep Row 1See Abbreviations Checks & Ridges Multiple of 4 + 2Row 1: KnitRow 2: KnitRow 3: p2, *k2, p2; rep from *Row 4: k2, *p2, k2; rep from * See Abbreviations Close Checks Multiple of 6Rows 1-4: *p3, k3; rep from *Rows 5-8: *k3, p3; rep from * See Abbreviations Condo Stitch Any number of sts for garter or stocking stitch Use any weight yarn and two sizes of needles. Diagonals Multiple of 8 + 6Rows 1 (RS): p3, *k5, p3; rep from *, end k3Row 2: p4, *k3, p5; rep from * end k2Row 3: p1, k5, *p3, k5; rep from *Row 4: k1, p5, *k3, p5; rep from *Rows 5: k4, *p3, k5; rep from *, end p2Row 6: k3, *p5, k3; rep from *, end p3Row 7: k2, p3, *k5, p3; rep from *, end k1Row 8: p2, k3, *p5, k3; rep from *, end p1 Rep Rows 1-8. Diagonal Rib Double Seed Stitch Multiple of 4Rows 1 and 2: *k2, p2; rep from *Rows 3 and 4: *p2, k2; rep from * See Abbreviations Garter Rib
Decreases revisited: Techniques with Theresa, Fall 2009 by Theresa Vinson Stenersen Decreases Revisited I talked a bit about decreases waaaaaaay back in the spring of 2003. Thankfully, I've learned a bit since then and would like to use this opportunity to be a bit more thorough. You deserve as much! ...where a combination of increases (usually yarn overs) and decreases make beautiful and interesting shapes. K2tog is as simple as it sounds: simply knit two stitches at the same time, precisely the same way you would normally knit one. To line up a decrease so that it makes a tidy sloping line, you'll need to learn to identify the stitch that is the result of the previous decrease. The above illustration shows the following: Row 2: k2, k2tog Row 4: k1, k2tog Learning to "see" the stitches that should be worked together will liberate you from dependence on stitch markers and save you from having to constantly count stitches to know when it's time to decrease. Passing the slipped stitch over... ...is somewhat tidier.
Crossing stitches: one way to avoid a hole on a vertical opening in knitwear On the community knitting board Ravelry, the subject has twicelately come up of crossing stitches to avoid a hole where a vertical opening (pocket slit, buttonhole, sleeve opening, division for the heeltab of a sock) is being made. Although it is not the only method for avoiding holes in this area, crossing stitches is a decent utility method for solving the problem and deserves a post of its own. Illustration 1 shows the nature of the problem. Specifically, when two columns of stitches are to be separated, the only thing holding the fabric together under the separation is a single stand of yarn (illustrated in green). That single strand tends to stretch out, and will eventually leave a hole in this area. Illustration 2 shows that by crossing the stitches in the row just under the separation, there will now be five strands of yarn to take the strain (green) rather than the single strand in illustration 1. Illustration 3 shows an application of this principle at the heel tab of a sock.
Free Stitch Patterns Knitting Patterns Stitch patterns are not really knitting patterns in and of themselves. Rather they are combinations of stitches that can lend visual appeal to nearly any knitted object, from scarves to sweaters. Stitch patterns can be influence by the type of yarn used and the number of plys. Some yarns will make a texture stitch pattern pop, while another yarn might make for a more subtle appearance. There's 30 Stitch Patterns patterns. Use the links below to view more: ← Previous12Next → The free knitting patterns linked to in directory are the property of the original pattern designer and are listed at KnittingHelp.com as a courtesy.
Free knitting stitch library Knitting Fool Double Stockinette Stitch Knitting Pattern - Studio Knit Facebook Share The Double Stockinette Stitch Knitting Pattern is reversible with a beautiful, smooth finish. The classic stockinette stitch always curls up, right? But this double knitting technique allows your work to naturally lie flat with a 2-Row Repeat Knit Stitch Pattern. It’s also much thicker so it’s nice and squishy. Please continue reading to get all your materials, techniques, video tutorial, and written pattern instructions to knit this pattern today. 💡 Knitting Techniques 📙 Double Stockinette Stitch Knitting Instructions The knitting instructions are the same for both the right and wrong sides of your flat piece knitted with straight needles. Cast On Stitches in Multiples of 2: Cast on your stitches in multiples of two stitches for the desired width of your knitted work. On the first row, knit the first stitch, then bring the yarn in front and slip one stitch off your needle purlwise. Row 1: * K1, Sl1P WYIF *Row 2: * K1, Sl1 WYIF * Row 1: * K1, Sl1 WYIF *Row 2: * Sl1 WYIB, P1 * or
My knitted wool top hat I was asked how I made my hat and I figured I should do a write up. It started when I found this site and a pattern for a tricorn hat: I recommend thoroughly reading that article site and getting comfortable with the process. So this may not be the best way, but it's how I did it. Start: Cast on 108 placing stitch markers after 10, 10, 14, 10, 10, 10, 10, 14, 10, 10. I number my markers 1-10 so that I know when I've made a complete round. I then knit 14 rounds. I'll use (M#) to indicate where my markers are Round 15: k8, k2tog, (M1) k8, k2tog, (M2) k14, (M3) k2tog, k8, (M4) k2tog, k8, (M5) k8, k2tog, (M6) k8, k2tog, (M7) k14, (M8) k2tog, k8, (M9) k2tog, k8 (M10) Round 16: knit Hatband: Round 17: Purl Round 18: Knit Crown: Round 2: Purl Round 3-25: Knit (this is the pictured hat, I'm doing another where I'm doing about 60 rounds here to make it a taller hat) Top decreases: Repeat this 2 round pattern 4 times: Round 1: k2tog, knit to marker, repeat
Edge stitches (selvedges) Soooo… you want to be a better knitter? Probably one of the single biggest wholesale improvements you can make to your knitting is: use edge stitches . Unfortunately, this is one of those knitting things that sometimes I hear complaints about: that no one explicitly spells out this for you in a knitting pattern — you’re supposed to somehow just "know" about them, and how to do them. Well, if you really want to be a better knitter, you’ll educate yourself! Why use edge stitches? Edge stitches, or selvedges, have so many advantages I will probably miss at least one or two — but you are welcome to add anything I miss in the comments. New knitters ask me if one is supposed to "always" use edge sts. Mostly, the advantages of edge stitches far outweigh any potential disadvantages. Advantage #1: Neater edges Edge st techniques are, for the most part, formulated to minimize that "loopy last st" problem — which everyone has, to some degree. Advantage #2: Better finishing Selvedges on garments