Stitch Description
This knitting tutorial will help you learn how to knit the bee stitch. This pattern uses the knit one below stitch to create an interesting textured fabric that is great when used in pillows and blankets. It has similarities to honeycomb brioche.
Video Tutorial
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Stitch Details
Stitch Characteristics
Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Multiples of 2
- Row 1: Knit all stitches.
- Row 2: *K1, k1b; rep from * to end.
- Row 3: Knit all stitches.
- Row 4: K2, *k1b, k1; rep from * to last 2 stitches, k2.
Repeat rows 1 – 4 until you have reached your desired length.
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The bee stitch actually is in multiples of 2+1, not of 2.
It can be worked either way.