Rib stitches are commonly used in knitting to add stretch and to stop rolling edges, but also because they are aesthetically pleasing. The variation of ribbing knit stitch patterns is vast. The standard ribbings use alternating knit columns and purl stitches, creating vertical textured stripes. The width of the stripes can vary from one stitch …
Chinese waves is a super easy stitch pattern to knit. It’s also fun and has a nice wavy texture to it. If you have mastered knitting back and forth (garter stitch) and feel it’s time to try something new this is a good next step! Chinese waves is a variation on garter stitch and all …
Mock honeycomb stitch is an elegant-looking knitting stitch pattern. You can use it for garments like sweaters and cardigans as well as home decor items like blankets, pillows, and towels. k1 uls: an uncommon stitch k1 uls is not a stitch you see every day, so I think it deserves a little extra attention. k1 …
The mistake rib stitch is a perfect knitting stitch pattern to try out for new knitters. All you need to know to pull this off is literary how to do knit and purl stitches. It’s also a one-row repeat, which makes it super easy to memorize! We’re talking about the very basics here, and yet …
This textured stitch pattern turns out very squishy. It’s also easy and fun to knit but looks pretty advanced. And, did I mention it’s squishy?! I love everything squishy… When to use this stitch pattern This squishy stitch pattern is elegant enough to be added to almost everything. From clothing to home decor! It looks …
Broken seed stitch is a beautiful and fun stitch, particularly in two colors. It’s often used in sock patterns because it’s so easy to knit in the round. To knit the two-color broken seed stitch flat on the other hand can seem a little confusing as the colors change for all rows. Knitting one row …
How to: Bind off with a Latvian braid Latvian braid bind off is the last post about these pretty braids, at least until I get a new idea on the subject 🙂 This pretty bind off creates a braid on the right side and from above it looks like a chain of stitches. If you’re …
How to add a Latvian braid when knitting in the round Well, I admit that I’m a tiny bit obsessed with Latvian braids for the moment… And yes, here is yet another blog post about the beautiful braid! If you’re popping in on a regular basis (thank you!) I guess you already have seen the …
How to add a decorative two color braid to knitted items In Sweden, we have a saying that translates “A loved child has many names”. I think that saying suits the Latvian braid well, as it’s also referred to as Estonian braid, Vikkel braid, and lateral braid. No matter what you call it, this braid …
Learn how to knit the lovely heart rib in the round! I showed you how to knit the heart ribbing flat a while ago. That post (and the video in particular!) became quite popular, so I figured it would be a good idea to show how to knit the heart ribbing stitch in the round …
