The Basketweave Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #61
Stitch Description
The Basketweave Stitch pattern uses simple knits and purls to create a textured fabric that emulates a woven basket. It is a great pattern for blankets and washcloths as well as bags, pillows, or scarves.
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Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Multiples of 8 + 5
- Row 1: Knit all stitches.
- Row 2: K5, *p3, k5; rep from * to end
- Row 3: P5, *k3, p5; rep from * to end
- Row 4: Rep row 2
- Row 5: Knit all sts
- Row 6: K1, *p3, k5; rep from * to last stitch, k1
- Row 7: P1, *k3, P5; rep from * to last stitch, p1
- Row 8: Rep row 6
Repeat rows 1 – 8 until you have reached your desired length.
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Johnny Vasquez
Johnny is the founder of New Stitch a Day and Head Honcho at Knitiversity.
Since 2011 he's helped millions of people become Fearless Knitters though his tutorials, patterns, classes, and books. When he's not knitting he likes to play his baritone ukulele, hangout at speakeasy bars, and discuss movies with friends. He currently lives in Estonia with his wife and 3 kids.
8+5. You mean that you cast on multiples of 8 and then add 5 at the end? If not, what?
Yes that is what it means.
I am very confused with this one
There is an issue with this pattern. It needs to be corrected.