This video knitting tutorial will help you learn how to knit the left slanted diagonal purl ridge stitch. Besides being a mouthful, this simple pattern creates a fabric with a diagonal purl ridge. It’s a great way to add some interesting texture to blankets, washcloths, and pillows.
Skill: Easy
Cast On: Multiples of 4 + 2
TECHNIQUES USED IN THIS STITCH:
Knit – k
Purl – p
Pattern Instructions:
Row 1 (RS): Edge st, *p1, k3; rep from * to last st, edge st
Row 2: Edge st, p2, *k1, p3; rep from * to last 3 sts, k1, p1, edge st
Row 3: Edge st, k2, *p1, k3; rep from * to last 3 sts, p1, k1, edge st
Row 4: Edge st, *k1, p3; rep from * to last st, edge st
Repeat these 4 rows until you have reached your desired length.
Example of the Left Slanted Diagonal Purl Ridge Stitch Right Side (click for larger)
Example of the Left Slanted Diagonal Purl Ridge Stitch Wrong Side (click for larger)
comocottage@optusnet.com.au
Love this stitch, and would like right slanting diagonal purl stitch also. Have in mind to knit a vest with the front sides slanting in to where the zipper will be. In other words slanting in each side to for a V at the center. Knitting bottom up. Can you help please.
Johnny Vasquez
If you reverse all the instructions you’ll get a right slanting diagonal.